Practice - CIS - Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services About Cloud Infrastructure & Security Services: Cognizant's Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about embracing digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the digital era. Our holistic approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to run the business in a secure environment.
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future Job Tittle: Senior Cloud Engineer (Hybrid)
Work Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Summary Cloud Engineer - Experience crafting large-scale terraform templates in Microsoft Azure for a wide range of components in an enterprise-environment. We are seeking a Senior Cloud Engineer with 7 to 11 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Azure IAC-Terraform PowerShell Terraform Azure Resource Manager and Microsoft Azure.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement cloud solutions using Azure and Terraform to meet business requirements.
- Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IAC) using Terraform and Azure Resource Manager.
- Automate deployment processes using PowerShell to ensure efficient and reliable cloud operations.
- Supervise and optimize cloud infrastructure to ensure high availability and performance.
- Collaborate with multi-functional teams to define and implement cloud strategies.
- Provide technical mentorship and support to development teams regarding standard methodologies in cloud computing.
- Ensure security and compliance of cloud infrastructure by implementing appropriate controls.
- Tackle and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and services.
- Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements to existing cloud infrastructure.
- Capture cloud architecture and processes to facilitate smooth operations.
- Stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and trends to drive innovation.
- Supply to the development of cloud governance policies and procedures.
- Support the migration of on-premises applications to the cloud.
Qualifications
- Possess strong expertise in Azure IAC-Terraform PowerShell Terraform Azure Resource Manager and Microsoft Azure.
- Demonstrate experience in crafting and implementing cloud solutions.
- Show proficiency in automating deployment processes using PowerShell.
- Have a solid understanding of cloud security and compliance best practices.
- Exhibit excellent fixing and problem-solving skills.
- Display strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
- Experience in the Payments or Cards & Payments domain is a plus.
- Knowledge of cloud governance policies and procedures is desirable.
- Ability to stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and trends.
- Consistent record of optimizing cloud infrastructure for performance and cost.
- Experience in supporting the migration of on-premises applications to the cloud.
- Strong documentation skills for maintaining efficiency.
- Ability to work in a hybrid work model with day shifts and no travel requirements.
Certifications Required
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Terraform Associate Certification
Salary and Other Compensation Applications will be accepted until April 15, 2025.
The annual salary for this position is between $49,000 to $107,000 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, 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.
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