Network Administrator/engineer

Infra. Technology Specialist

The Infra. Technology Specialist will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing network infrastructure for our organization. With a focus on load balancing switching and routing the specialist will ensure seamless connectivity and performance across our hybrid work model. This role requires expertise in Arista and Cisco technologies as well as wireless and WAN optimization to support our day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Ability to write automation scripts and tools in languages like Python Bash PowerShell Ansible
• Experience with Global Monitoring and Network Management Systems
• Experience with TCP/IP stack and application protocols including DHCP DNS HTTP SNMP NTP and FTP
• Experience with networking protocols and concepts including BGP OSPF VRF NAT Clustering High Availability Load Balancing and QoS
• Experience with global enterprise LAN and WAN technologies including SD-WAN
• Experience with network security concepts including firewalls web proxy VPN NAC IPS/IDS
• Experience with enterprise wireless concepts including Aruba
• Experience with public cloud concepts including AWS and Azure
• Certifications will be a plus

Qualifications

• Possess strong expertise in load balancing switching and routing technologies.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Arista and Cisco networking solutions.
• Have experience with wireless network implementation and management.
• Show capability in WAN optimization techniques and tools.
• Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Display strong communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Hold a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in network infrastructure management.

Certifications Required

CCNP Arista Certified Engineering Associate

What We Offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents —from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

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.

Other Employment-Related Information

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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.