Join a team of passionate thought leaders in a dynamic and collaborative environment! The Cognizant Microsoft Business Group's Intelligent Cloud team is growing fast and we're looking for our next Azure Infrastructure Consultant to join us.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
What impact will you have in this role?
In this role, you'll work on everything from short design and education projects to large scale digital transformation projects involving multiple the Cognizant Microsoft Business Group practices. You'll have the opportunity to lead projects but also be part of larger teams. And you'll be constantly challenged to broaden and deepen your skillset across cloud technologies.
What will you be doing day-to-day?
• Work directly with the Cognizant Microsoft Business Group clients to plan and design migrations to Azure
• Conduct workshop and whiteboarding sessions to identify requirements and explore design options
• Develop cloud governance plans using Microsoft's Cloud Adoption Framework and the Cognizant Microsoft Business Group's: GO Digital Operating Model
• Use ARM, Azure Policy, Blueprints and other technologies as part of integrated deployment pipelines for new solutions in Azure.
• Contribute to internal R&D projects and participate in the broader community through speaking and/or blogging
What experience do you need to be successful in this role?
• Experience with at least one of the following cloud infrastructure automation and infrastructure as code technologies such as:
• ARM templates
• Azure Blueprint
• PowerShell
• Azure DevOps
• Terraform
• Experience with the following Azure technologies:
• Azure AD
• Azure Security Center
• Azure Backup
• Azure Monitor
• AKS
• Experience with on-premises infrastructure technologies
• Experience with SQL and PaaS a plus
• Any networking, security or competitive product experience such as Cisco and Amazon is a plus.
What personality traits and other capabilities are important for this role?
• Time management and time accounting is a must as this is a billable role for client delivery
What education and certification credentials are needed for this role?
• Has passed or is close to passing at least one of the Azure technical certification exams (AZ103, AZ300 & AZ301 or AZ400)
Does the role require travel?
• Travel up to 30% of the time might be required.
Security Responsibility: All employees must act in accordance with the Cognizant Microsoft Business Group's corporate security standards.
ABOUT THE COGNIZANT MICROSOFT BUSINESS GROUP (MBG)
The Cognizant Microsoft Business Group (MBG) has a singular purpose-advancing your cloud modernization journey with focus, simplicity and scale. The Microsoft Business Group is an end-to-end Microsoft-centric cloud solutions and managed services provider that leverages extensive experience and IP to deliver constant innovation and business value, powered by the Microsoft Cloud platform. We are designed to reflect how you think about cloud transformation from a platform native perspective. Our dedicated experts and trusted blueprint deliver your digital difference through the Microsoft Cloud: Azure, Microsoft 365 and Dynamics 365. We turn digital potential into real business performance at speed.
Who We Are
We are the destination employer for Microsoft-committed professionals, providing depth of specialization and differentiated career paths. We have authentic conversations, build connections and grow careers while centering ourselves around our employees. We are a global team of certified consultants across all relevant technologies, coupled with cloud focused advisory consultants. With our supercharged talent, we are the world's best Microsoft partner. We prioritize investing and expanding.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
As a Global Cloud Transformation Consultancy business, the Cognizant Microsoft Business Group (MBG) understands diversity and inclusion in the workplace brings benefits to our customers, our business and most importantly, our people. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
The Cognizant Microsoft Business Group (MBG) prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other factors protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including all aspects of the recruiting and employment life-cycle at Cognizant Microsoft Business Group (MBG).