Azure/Windows/VMWare Server Administrator – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Azure/Windows/VMWare Server Administrator

As an Azure/Windows/VM Ware Administrator, you will be a valuable member of the team and work collaboratively with the Project Manager, internal teams and other stakeholders.

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Responsibilities:

  • Providing Windows OS Server Support.
  • Performing Windows OS Upgrade and Migration.
  • SCCM OS Deployment.
  • Azure Cloud Migration.

Qualifications:

  • Strong experience with Windows Server OS, including Domain Controller, DNS, Certificate Authority, and DHCP, etc,providing Level X support.
  • Perform Windows OS upgrades and migrations, and provide solutions for issues that arise during these processes.
  • Experience with SCCM for OS deployment, regular patching, hardware and software inventory, and Windows Client OS upgrades, providing Level X support.
  • Experience in managing, customizing, and supporting various implementations in Microsoft Azure Cloud, providing comprehensive support.
  • Experience in migrating on-premises servers to Azure Cloud and managing hybrid infrastructure environments.
  • Knowledge of Veeam Backup tool for backing up On Premises VM.
  • Experience with Azure WVD, providing unconditional support for daily issues.
  • Strong knowledge and experience with VMware vSphere (vCenter and ESXi), providing end-to-end support, including design, hardware, and license recommendations.
  • Experience with server hardware, including regular firmware upgrades and troubleshooting

Applications will be accepted till November 11th 2025.

What we offer

  • The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
  • Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
  • The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
  • Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
  • True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

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 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.

Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. 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 characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

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.