Active Directory Specialist
Job Description
At Cognizant, our global community sets us apart—an upbeat, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive And with projects at the forefront of innovation, you can build a varied, rewarding career and draw encouragement from dedicated colleagues and leaders. Cognizant is right where you belong!
Role overview-
We are seeking an Active Directory Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Active Directory Administration and will work in a hybrid model with day shifts. The incumbent will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing our cloud infrastructure ensuring seamless integration and operation.
What you’ll do:
Expert in configuring & managing Active Directory DS 2019, Client (DFSR and DFSN), AD FS & AD CS
Sound knowledge and troubleshooting experience in handling large multi-forest Active Directory infrastructure
Ability to design, maintain and resolve issues specific to SPNs, Conditional access policies, DNS and Group Policies
Strong AD Migration Experience
Advanced level knowledge on connectors, metaverse and synchronization service
Solid understanding on AD FSMO roles and functional levels
Configure and run AD DS Sites and Replication
Hands-on knowledge in various recovery scenarios of AD, DNS, performance and/or network trace analysis and should be able to perform Root Cause Analysis for the incidents
Solid understanding in PowerShell scripting and automation
Hands on knowledge in Capacity Planning and provide L2/L3 technical support
Solid understanding on Windows Operating systems
Collaborate with Local & Global Teams
What you bring to the role
Possess a Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field
Have a minimum of 10 years of experience in cloud engineering
Demonstrate extensive experience in Active Directory Administration
Show proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS Azure or Google Cloud
Working arrangements:
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 an Onsite position requiring 4 days a week in a client office in Brampton, ON. Canada. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a balanced 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.
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. 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 protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.
Disclaimer:
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.
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