Job summary

Strong hands-on experience with Cisco ASA & FTD required. Palo Alto Checkpoint or any other next-gen firewall experience will be an added advantage. Hands-on experience with Site-site VPN & DMVPN is required.

Responsibilities

Basic understanding of routing & switching technologies.

Responsible for the standardization and compliance of Firewall and VPN routers.

Should have strong knowledge in Venafi certificate management & Global scape SFTP product.

Knowledge in different IT infra technologies like Server Virtualization Routing and Switching Datacenter mgmt. and cloud platforms.

Should have good technical knowledge to participate effectively in troubleshooting and to derive the RCA.

Ability to manage and liaise with multiple stake holders in executing wide scale projects/programs.

Actively represent and manage internal and external audits.

Should have vision on the upcoming technologies and to inherit them quickly

Manage IT staff by recruiting training employees communicating job expectations and appraising their performance

Design develop implement and coordinate systems policies and procedures

Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time

Handle annual budget and ensure cost effectiveness

Coordinate with OEM for products enhancements and implementation

Capable in problem solving conflict resolution and handling escalations effectively.

Certifications Required

Basic understanding of application flows Cloud connectivity packet capture & packet tracing etc.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world. We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen. We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right. We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

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. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 
Compensation 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.

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