Job description

Senior Windows Systems Administrator Location : Remote *Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future* Exchange administration. Supporting multiple environments. Perform backup restorations for users. Troubleshoot issues escalated from 1st and 2nd level user support helpdesks. Proposing and implementing system and procedural enhancements. Monitoring system usage and performance and troubleshooting issues. Document implementations for knowledge transfer. Perform hardware and software upgrades. Project manage and lead solo projects and/or with a team. Mentor more junior system administrators in the team. What you will need: Experience in administration, management, upgrade implementations of Exchange. Knowledge of multiple operating systems and related utilities and hardware. Build server system and install applications. Experience with storage management, TCP/IP, system monitoring and tools. Experience with SCCM patching tools. Hypervisor experience. A bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or the equivalent experience. Added bonus if you have: Specific knowledge/expertise in administering the following: Exchange Administration OS: MS Windows Server, Linux Hardware: NetApp, Nutanix, HP Servers, HP StoreOnce Hypervisors: Hyper-V, AOS SQL Server Administration Domino Notes Server Administration Backup Systems: HYCU, Veeam The Salary for this position will be 79,000 to 110,000 yearly 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 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. About Cognizant: Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant. Additional employment information 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. Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. 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 characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India.

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Senior Windows Systems Administrator
Location : Remote
Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Exchange administration.
Supporting multiple environments.
Perform backup restorations for users.
Troubleshoot issues escalated from 1st and 2nd level user support helpdesks.
Proposing and implementing system and procedural enhancements.
Monitoring system usage and performance and troubleshooting issues.
Document implementations for knowledge transfer.
Perform hardware and software upgrades.
Project manage and lead solo projects and/or with a team.
Mentor more junior system administrators in the team.
Experience in administration, management, upgrade implementations of Exchange.
Knowledge of multiple operating systems and related utilities and hardware.
Build server system and install applications.
Experience with storage management, TCP/IP, system monitoring and tools.
Experience with SCCM patching tools.
Hypervisor experience.
A bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or the equivalent experience.
Specific knowledge/expertise in administering the following:
Exchange Administration
OS: MS Windows Server, Linux
Hardware: NetApp, Nutanix, HP Servers, HP StoreOnce

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Platform: cognizant
Effort: medium

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401(K)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave