Cloud Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID Specialist with deep expertise in designing, managing, and troubleshooting complex multi-forest Active Directory environments. The ideal candidate will have advanced skills in Active Directory DS 2019, AD FS, AD CS, and Microsoft Entra ID, including configuration, migration, and performance optimization.

In this role, you will

• Expert in Troubleshooting, configuring & managing Active Directory DS 2019, Client (DFSR and DFSN), AD FS & AD CS
• Sound knowledge and troubleshooting experience in managing large multi-forest Active Directory infrastructure
• Ability to collaborate and troubleshoot major incidents
• Expert level knowledge on Microsoft Entra ID
• Ability to design, maintain and troubleshoot issues specific to SPNs, Conditional access policies
• Configure and Manage AD FS
• Strong AD Migration Experience
• Entra ID connect upgrades, Expert level knowledge on connecters, metaverse and synchronization service
• Strong knowledge on AD FSMO roles and functional levels
• Plan, design, troubleshoot DNS and Group Policies
• Configure and Manage AD DS Sites and Replication
• Hands-on knowledge in various recovery scenarios of AD, DNS
• Performance and / or network trace analysis - Troubleshooting
• Working knowledge in PowerShell scripting and automation
• Problem determination and resolution within SLA's
• Should be able to perform Root Cause Analysis for the incidents
• Knowledge in Capacity Planning
• Handle L2+ / L3 technical escalations
• Ability to acquire new skills & remain updated
• Ability to quickly analyse & diagnose technical problems
• Working knowledge on Windows Operating systems
• L3 level experience on Windows Operating systems
• Work with Local & Global Teams
• Ability to contribute to Problem & change management

At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways. We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you a unique applicant and help us see how you'd be beneficial to this role.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Working arrangements

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client office at Brampton, ON.

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.

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