Windows Administrator

00070884521

Date published Oct 19 2026
Location Budapest,BU-Soroksari ut44 / Hungary
Job category Technology & Engineering
Work model Hybrid

Role overview

Operate and maintain enterprise Windows Server environments across physical, virtual, and hybrid infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

· Install, configure, patch, and maintain supported Windows Server platforms.

· Administer Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, IIS, certificates, and core Windows services.

· Manage SCCM/WSUS patching, vulnerability remediation, configuration compliance, and exception reporting.

· Support VMware ESXi and Hyper-V hosted Windows workloads, including capacity and availability checks.

· Automate recurring administration tasks through PowerShell and approved orchestration tools.

· Execute backup, recovery, disaster recovery, incident, problem, and change activities through ITSM processes.

· Troubleshoot complex L2/L3 issues, contribute to root cause analysis, and maintain SOPs and runbooks.

· Participate in agreed on-call or 24x7 production support coverage.

Core skills and platforms

· Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPO, IIS

· SCCM, WSUS, PowerShell

· VMware ESXi / vSphere, Hyper-V

· Backup and disaster recovery

· ITSM, security and patch compliance

Preferred certifications

· Microsoft Windows Server or Azure Administrator

· VMware certification

· ITIL Foundation

Delivery expectations

· Strong ownership, analytical troubleshooting, stakeholder communication, and documentation discipline.

· Ability to work within enterprise change, incident, problem, security, audit, and service management controls.

· Participation in agreed support coverage, transition, knowledge transfer, and continuous improvement activities.

About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our benefits program is built with you in mind—so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.

Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more.

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