As a Linux Infrastructure Architect, you will make an impact by defining and owning the Linux infrastructure solution blueprint for the OS work package, ensuring robust, scalable, and future-proof platform foundations for our clients. You will be a valued member of the IT Infrastructure team and work collaboratively with solution architects, platform engineers, and client stakeholders to translate business requirements into solid OS-level designs.
In this role, you will:
Define and maintain the Linux infrastructure solution blueprint for the OS work package, aligning architecture decisions with enterprise standards and client needs.
Own and govern OS standards across the environment, ensuring consistency, security, and compliance throughout the Linux estate.
Develop and drive build automation strategies, leveraging tooling such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef to accelerate delivery and reduce manual effort.
Design and implement a comprehensive patching strategy to maintain system integrity, minimize vulnerability exposure, and meet SLA commitments.
Lead RHEL lifecycle planning, including version roadmap management, migration planning, and EOL (End of Life) transition strategies.
Work model
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
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 you need to have to be considered
7+ years of experience in Linux infrastructure architecture and/or design, with demonstrable ownership of large-scale environments.
Deep expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and/or CentOS, including advanced system administration, hardening, and configuration management.
Proven hands-on experience with build automation tooling (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef, Terraform, or equivalent), with a strong DevOps or Infrastructure-as-Code mindset.
Solid understanding of patching strategies, vulnerability management frameworks, and OS compliance practices in enterprise settings.
Experience developing and maintaining RHEL lifecycle plans, including upgrade paths, EOL migration roadmaps, and risk mitigation strategies.
These will help you stand out
Familiarity with container platforms (e.g., OpenShift, Kubernetes) and their integration with Linux OS standards.
Experience working in large, complex, multi-client or managed services environments.
Relevant certifications such as RHCA, RHCE, or equivalent Red Hat certification.
Knowledge of security frameworks such as CIS Benchmarks or STIG applied to Linux environments.
Strong stakeholder management and documentation skills, with a track record of producing architecture blueprints and solution design documents.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
What we offer
At Cognizant, we invest in our people. When you join us in the Netherlands, you can look forward to:
Competitive salary aligned with your experience and the market
Access to Udemy and Cognizant Academy for continuous learning and professional development
NS Business Card for seamless public transport commuting
25 paid holidays per year
Laptop and smartphone provided
Solid pension scheme
Work within a technology-driven organization at the forefront of digital innovation
An open team spirit with a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing
An international work environment connecting you to colleagues and clients across the globe
Contact the Recruiter
Interested in this role? Reach out to our recruiter directly:
Nikoletta Katona [email protected]
Sobre a Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) é uma construtora de IA e fornecedora de serviços de tecnologia, criando a ponte entre o investimento em IA e o valor para as empresas por meio do desenvolvimento de soluções de IA completas para nossos clientes. Nossa profunda experiência em setores, processos e engenharia nos permite incorporar o contexto único de cada organização em sistemas tecnológicos que potencializam a capacidade humana, geram resultados tangíveis e mantêm empresas globais à frente em um mundo em rápida transformação. Saiba mais em cognizant.ai ou @cognizant.
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A Cognizant é uma empregadora que investe em equidade. Sua candidatura não será pautada em raça, cor, gênero, sexualidade, credo, origem, deficiência, gravidez ou qualquer outra característica protegida pelas leis brasileiras.
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