LINUX ADMINISTRATOR

We’re hiring! At Cognizant we have an ideal opportunity for you to be part of one of the largest companies in the digital sector worldwide.
A Great Place To Work where we look for people who contribute new ideas, experiencing a dynamic and growing environment.
At Cognizant we promote an inclusive culture, where we value different perspectives providing career growth and development opportunities.
#WelcomeToCognizant! We have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional individual to work.
Linux Administrator Experience in designing, developing and deploying cloud native applications on Hyper scale platforms.
This role is an ultimate team player, self-starter who takes initiative and who can juggle different tickets, alerts and security risks.
Primary Responsibility – Support agile innovative infrastructure solutions/Infrastructure management solutions that take advantage of cloud technology to allow cost optimization, standardization Collaborate with team to build Cloud IaC (Infrastructure as Code) standards and implementation.
Work Closely with geographically distributed teams on technical challenges and process improvements Manage the OS, Load balancers, Web server related issues and configuration Manage the repave or patching activity seamlessly with help of IaC automation On-call support Take ownership of the deliverables and lead the entire team Technical Skill – Windows Based • AWS or GCP Cloud experience • Source Code Control Management like Git • Terraform • Ansible • Jenkins CICD Expert in PowerShell, and/or Python scripting • Strong Windows Administration and tuning o Performance Tuning o OS Patching • IIS Webserver support • Active Directory Management o Users and Group Management o DNS/NS Management • SSL Certificate Management • Knowledge of protocols such as DNS, LDAP, SMTP.
• Knowledge in observability tools such as Elastic Linux Based • AWS or GCP Cloud experience (Preferably AWS) • Mail Server or SMTP Relay experience • Source Code Control Management like Git • Terraform • Ansible • Jenkins CICD • Strong Linux administration o IN depth knowledge of Linux.
RedHat, CentOS, Debian, etc.
o Kernel Tuning o Performance tuning o Patching • SSL Certificate Management • Knowledge of protocols such as DNS, LDAP, SMTP.
• Expert in Shell, and/or Python scripting • Knowledge in observability tools such as Elastic Why Cognizant? Improve your career in one of the largest and fastest growing IT services providers worldwide.
Receive ongoing support and funding with training and development plans.
Have a highly competitive benefits and salary package.
Get the opportunity to work for leading global companies.
We are committed to respecting human rights and build a better future by helping your minds and the environment.
We invest in people and their wellbeing.
We create conditions for everyone to thrive.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or for any other reason covered.
At Cognizant we believe than our culture makes us stronger! Join us now! #BeCognizant #IntuitionEngineered 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 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.
., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers ) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.
Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.
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om 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.
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 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.
., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers ) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.
Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.
ognizant.
om 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.