Sr. M365 Architect

Sr. M365 Architect

Location:

Remote

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

This job profile is exclusively for people with skills on architecting solutions on Microsoft Messaging Services, hence administrators / support resources, please do not apply

The successful applicant will work as part of a global solutions team to DESIGN, BUILD EFFORT ESTIMATION & DEPLOY "Messaging Services" for existing and prospective clients through RFP / RFI

The key responsibilities of the role include:
Owning the design of specific technology solutions from high-level and detailed-level designs to deployment and handover to delivery with minimum of 12+ years' experience in relevant field

Design efficient solutions that are operationally cost effective to maintain Design solutions to availability and resilience targets in line with requirements Exploit and develop shared design blueprint and documentation for on-going reuse Determine server specifications and infrastructure requirements (such as storage, networks and security etc.) Both verbally and in written form articulate solutions and benefits accurately and persuasively reflecting the client's interests or concerns

The following are the mandatory requirements of infrastructure based solutions experience for this role:

• Experience in the design, implementation of large scale solutions and platforms with the following technologies
• Experience and understanding of mail transport fundamentals (POP/IMAP/SMTP), including knowledge of DNS, Message Trace Tools, MX and SPF Records, Block Lists, SPAM, Email Filtering and Virus Protection
• Strong working knowledge of Internet Protocols, networking, mail delivery systems, SMTP, mail applications required
• Knowledge and detailed understanding of:
  Windows DNS MS Clustering IIS Networking (TCP/IP
  - Load Balancing
  - Firewall Rules) Storage (NAS/SAN) Virtualization Experience (VMware / Microsoft) Implementation and Upgrade of Blackberry Enterprise Server Knowledge of authentication mechanisms, network, and Security would be an advantage
• Experience in scripting using Power Shell for Exchange 2010/2013/ Office
  365 Implement Exchange Federation, Directory Synchronization and Identity federation between Exchange servers at on-premises and Office 365

The Salary for this position will be yearly 130,000 to 155,000 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

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

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