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COGNIZANT

Cloud Specialist

Hybrid

Brampton, Canada

Full Time

29-12-2025

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Skills

PowerShell Scripting and Automation Change Management Operating Systems Windows Active Directory

Job Specifications

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.

About the Company

Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant. Know more