**IT Systems Management Analyst**

Experience: 10+ years

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Systems Management Analyst to join our team. This role is critical in supporting and maintaining both physical and virtual environments, contributing to data center migrations, and participating in various IT initiatives including M&A integrations, App Tracking, and Secure Shield deployments.

**Key Responsibilities:**

Administer and maintain Windows Server environments (2012, 2016, 2019)

Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP

Support and optimize VMware infrastructure

Perform rack and stack operations and install server/storage equipment at remote sites

Maintain and troubleshoot physical and virtual infrastructure

Collaborate on data center migration projects

Administer Delinea Secret Server and Ivanti Imaging/Patching

Manage Veeam Backup Infrastructure

Implement and support Office 365 and Windows Defender

Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation and system management

Understand and support Storage Area Networks (SAN)

**Required Qualifications:**

**T** otal Experience 10+ years

5+ years of experience with Windows Server (2012, 2016, 2019)

5+ years of experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP

5+ years of experience with VMware

Experience with PowerShell scripting

Hands-on experience with Office 365, Windows Defender, and Veeam

Advanced knowledge of Ivanti and Delinea Secret Server

Experience with data center migrations

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Willingness to travel to remote sites as needed

**Salary and Other Compensation:**

Applications will be accepted until 07/16/2025

The annual salary for this position is between $73,350– $115,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and is 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 salary, other 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.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.