Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking Network Architect who could join our team of professionals in a permanent role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and troubleshoot network issues.
• Install, configure, and support network equipment, such as firewalls, switches, and Wi-Fi access points.
• Plan and perform network maintenance and system upgrades.
• Respond to network incidents and service outages.
• Develop project plans to improve network performance, stability, and security.
• Collaborate with team members and business stakeholders to identify and address network concerns.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation.
• Stay up to date with networking and security best practices.
• Manage and configure Fortinet and Aruba equipment.
• Work with Azure Cloud networking, including vWAN, Hub, Firewall, NSG, and vNets.
• Provide technical support to users experiencing connectivity issues.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior network engineers.
• Understand and assess both technical and non-technical risks when making changes or developing new solutions to ensure robust and secure implementations.
• Monitor network performance and stability to ensure network availability.
• Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval and success of changes made to the network infrastructure.
• Experience with implementation and development of FortiAnalyzer and FortiManager - Important

Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of IT experience with a focus on networking and network architecture.
• Familiarity with Fortinet Firewalls and Azure Cloud networking.
• Demonstrate strong listening skills to fully understand and address users’ needs and concerns effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Patience and ability to thrive when working under pressure in the event of an outage.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

·       Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Work model :

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though 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.

Work Authorization:
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until Jan 23 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $ 63,450K -$ 127,500K 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.