This is a hybrid position open to any qualified applicant in the United States.
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.
Job Title: Active Directory SME
Location: Sleepy Hollow, NY (Hybrid)
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Active Directory Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in M365 Identity management, M365, IdaaS, ADFS Core Infra - Active Directory Identity Creation - AD Microsoft Certificate Management and Microsoft ADFS. This role involves designing and implementing Active Directory solutions and managing Microsoft Active Directory administration. The work model is hybrid with no travel required.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of Active Directory solutions to ensure robust identity management.
- Oversee the administration and maintenance of Microsoft Active Directory to ensure optimal performance.
- Guide in M365 Identity management and M365 IdaaS to support secure and efficient operations.
- Manage ADFS configurations to enable seamless authentication and authorization processes.
- Implement and manage Core Infra
- Active Directory to support organizational needs.
- Ensure accurate identity creation and management within Active Directory.
- Administer Microsoft Certificate Management to maintain secure communications.
- Collaborate with multi-functional teams to integrate identity management solutions.
- Develop and enforce policies and procedures for identity and access management.
- Monitor and fix Active Directory issues to ensure minimal downtime.
- Offer technical mentorship and support to team members and collaborators.
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance identity management capabilities.
- Ensure alignment with industry standards for identity management.
Qualifications
- Possess extensive experience in M365 Identity management and M365 IdaaS.
- Demonstrate proficiency in ADFS and Core Infra
- Active Directory.
- Have a good background in Identity Creation
- AD and Microsoft Certificate Management.
- Show expertise in designing and implementing Active Directory solutions.
- Demonstrate outstanding problem-solving and fixing abilities.
- Have good communication and collaboration abilities.
- Have a proven track record of managing Microsoft Active Directory administration.
- Understand industry standards and current trends for identity management.
- Demonstrate the ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.
- Have a minimum of 10 years and a maximum of 14 years of relevant experience.
Certifications Desired
Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until May 18, 2025.
The annual salary for this position is between $ 79,240 - $ 154,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
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.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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.
Cognizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. Cognizant is committed to ensuring that all current and prospective associates are afforded equal opportunities and treatment and a work environment free of harassment.
Cognizant is recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and is a coalition member of the Veteran Jobs Mission. Our Cognizant Veterans Network Assists Veterans in building and growing a career at Cognizant that allows them to demonstrate the leadership, loyalty, integrity, and commitment to excellence instilled in them through participation in military service.
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