Job Summary
The Active Directory & Azure Active Directory (AAD or Entra ID) Engineer will be responsible for designing administering and maintaining enterprise identity and access management services across onpremises Active Directory and cloud based Azure AD environments. The role ensures secure reliable and scalable authentication authorization and identity lifecycle management in hybrid and cloud only setups. The engineer will collaborate closely with infrastructure cloud and security teams to m
Responsibilities
12 to 16 years of experience in Active Directory and Azure AD or Entra ID administration -Hands on experience with Windows Server 2016 or 2019 or 2022 Active Directory -Experience managing hybrid identity using Azure AD Connect or Entra ID Connect -Exposure to MFA Conditional Access SSO and RBAC -Experience supporting enterprise scale identity platforms with ITIL processes -Installation configuration and hardening of Active Directory Domain Controllers -Management of AD domains forests OUs users groups and Group Policy Objects (GPOs) -AD replication FSMO roles schema updates and trust relationships -DNS and DHCP administration integrated with Active Directory -Azure AD (Entra ID) user group role and application management -Configuration of Conditional Access MFA SSO App Registrations and Enterprise Applications -Identity security auditing and compliance controls -PowerShell scripting for AD and Azure AD automation and reporting -Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills -Ability to work independently in production environments -Clear communication with infrastructure cloud and security teams -Strong documentation and adherence to change and access governance processes -Proactive mindset focused on security stability and continuous improvement
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge 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, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
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.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.