Remote Opportunity based anywhere in Canada. Must be eligible to work in the country
Cognizant is looking for an Azure Engineer. This role is responsible for managing and optimizing a wide range of Azure cloud services across IaaS PaaS and SaaS. It includes deploying and maintaining Azure VMs networking components Landing Zones security services firewalls VPN gateways storage and domain controllers. The position oversees backup policies high availability solutions Azure policy governance and performance optimization.
About Cognizant’s CIS Practice:
Cognizant’s CIS (Cognizant Infrastructure Services) Practice is a global leader in providing IT infrastructure services. We deliver innovative solutions to optimize and transform IT infrastructure, ensuring business agility and operational efficiency. Our services include cloud computing, data center management, network services, and cybersecurity. We focus on understanding client needs and delivering customized solutions to drive business success.
In this role, you will:
• Implement, configure, and maintain various Azure IaaS, PaaS and SaaS Cloud Services.
• Deploy and maintain Azure IaaS Virtual Machines and Azure Application and Networking Services to support growth into the cloud.
• Optimize Azure buildouts for cost/performance (VM optimization, reserved instances, etc.)
• Possess in-depth knowledge of at least one programming or scripting language like PowerShell, Python, .Net
• Possess knowledge of IaC and CI/CD tooling to deploy Azure resources.
• Deploy and Maintain Azure Landing Zone and Azure IaaS components (Listeners, Routing rules, Http settings, Back end pools, Health probes)
• Deploy and Maintain VPN gateways, Azure Firewalls, Log Analytics, Azure Storage, VMs, Bastion Host, Load Balancers.
• Create, verify and Manage Backup Policy
• Build HA solutions based on business necessity considering regional rules and regulations.
• Create and Manage Azure policy assignments
• Deploy and Maintain Azure domain controllers
• Own the business relationship with Microsoft account team to ensure we are taking advantage of all of Microsoft's training, sales support and other offerings.
• Recommend, develop, plan, manage, implement, and fully document IT projects
• Identify improvements to IT documentation, network maps, processes/procedures, and tickets and research products and new technologies to increase efficiency of business and operations
• Manage and respond to escalated client inquiries
• Be the escalation point for other IT Systems Engineers and Service Desk Engineers
• Keep all tickets and projects updated and track time in a detailed format
What you’ll need to succeed (required skills):
- 7–9 years of hands-on experience in Azure IaaS, PaaS and SaaS
- Strong knowledge of Terraform and Azure cloud platform
- Experience with Python and PowerShell scripting knowledge
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Compensation: we are offering an annual salary between $100,000-$120,000
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways! We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you an outstanding applicant and help us see how you'd be helpful to this role.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote role.. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
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.