About the group:
Cognizant’s Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about accepting digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the constantly evolving needs of the digital era. Our broad approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to own the business in a secure environment.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Role: MSSQL Admin
Location: New York, NY
1) Optimize MS SQL Server configurations to enhance performance reliability and capacity while aligning infrastructure capabilities with business objectives and regulatory expectations
2) Implement robust backup restore and disaster recovery strategies for MS SQL Server instances to ensure business continuity and minimize risk of data loss across production and nonproduction landscapes
3) Monitor database health capacity and performance using appropriate tools and processes while tuning queries indexes and resource allocation to maintain stable and efficient operations
4) Collaborate with application and operations teams to plan and execute database changes including deployments upgrades and patching activities while minimizing downtime and production impact
5) Coordinate incident and problem management activities related to MS SQL Server and associated infrastructure by performing root cause analysis and implementing durable corrective actions
Compensation: We are offering between $90,000 – $115,000. Applications will be accepted until Sep 25, 2026.Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in US without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
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*
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, state or local laws.











