Senior Azure DevOps Infrastructure Specialist

At Cognizant, our global community sets us apart—an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive! And with projects at the forefront of innovation, you can build a varied, rewarding career and draw inspiration from dedicated colleagues and leaders. Cognizant is right where you belong.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines with Azure Pipelines and automate infrastructure deployment through Infrastructure as Code tools (ARM, Terraform, Bicep).
• Manage Azure DevOps environments, including Repositories, Artifacts, Key Vault, and Test Plans, while optimizing cloud performance with Azure Monitor and Security Center is essential.
• Implement and manage containerized applications with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Secure cloud environments using Azure Security tools such as Key Vault, Security Center, and Defender, and address Azure DevOps pipeline and infrastructure issues.
• Implement Azure Front Door for load balancing and DDoS protection and manage networking with Azure Virtual Network, Load Balancer, and VPN Gateway.
• Collaborate with development teams to improve application deployment.
  
  

What You Bring To The Role

• 8-12 years of demonstrable experience in Azure DevOps, CI/CD, and using tools like ARM, Terraform, and Bicep. Previous experience in the Airlines industry is advantageous
• Proficient in cloud computing, containerization (Docker, AKS), and scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Solid grasp of Azure services: Repos, Key Vault, Monitor, Security Center, AAD.
• Familiarity with network security, including NSG, DDoS Protection, and Front Door, as well as microservices architecture using Service Fabric.
• Preferred certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, DevOps Engineer Expert
  
  

Working arrangements

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Ontario and/or Nova Scotia, where our hubs are located. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

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.