Infrastructure Architect - Cloud Services

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp

Waukegan, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$99,000–$116,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Architectural Services, Automation, Business Support, Capacity Management, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Cookies, Cross-Functional, Cryptography, Customer Support/Service, Disaster Recovery, English Language, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), High Availability, Identify Issues, Incentive Programs, Information Technology & Information Systems, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Latin Language, Leadership, Life Insurance, Load Balancing, Microsoft Windows Azure, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Operations Center, Network Protocols, Operations Security (OPSEC), Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Professional Services, Radio Frequency, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Infrastructure, Stock Purchase Plans, System Architecture, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Usage Analysis, Virtualization, Vision Plan, Wireless Communications, Wireless Protocols/Standards
LOCATION
Waukegan, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago

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Infrastructure Architect - Cloud Services

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  • Date published Apr 09 2026
  • Location Waukegan / United States
  • Job category IT Infrastructure
  • Work model Hybrid

Infrastructure Architect - Cloud Services

IL Waukegan - 100% onsite

  • Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Architect with 6 to 9 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Azure technologies including Encryption Load Balancer Pipelines and more. This role involves designing and implementing robust infrastructure solutions to support our business objectives. The position is hybrid with no travel required focusing on day shifts.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Design & Manage Infrastructure Systems: Architect cloud and data center environments ensuring performance reliability network load balancing and security across platforms.
  • Disaster Recovery & Resiliency: Build DR strategies recovery architectures and high availability designs for critical workloads.
  • Optimize Infrastructure & Networks: Drive continuous improvement tuning capacity planning and advanced troubleshooting for complex environments (e.g. wireless enterprise networks).
  • Implement Automation & IaC: Leverage scripting and Infrastructure as Code to streamline provisioning configuration and operations.
  • Cross Functional Leadership: Collaborate with engineering operations and security teams to ensure robust systems and successful modernization initiatives.

Required Skills

Deep knowledge of cloud services (AWS/Azure/GCP) data center infrastructure networking and virtualization.

Expertise in network protocols SDN WiFi/RF principles (for infra-heavy roles) and large scale network architecture.

Proficiency in automation IaC (Terraform scripting) monitoring and observability.

Strong analytical troubleshooting and problem solving capabilities.

Experience with Linux/UNIX/Windows environments and security/compliance standards

Cloud services( AWS, Azure)

Networking/network architecture

SDN, WiFi/RF principles

IaC (Terraform, scripting)

Linux/UNIX/Windows environments

Salary and Other Compensation:

The Salary for this position will be 99,000 to 116 ,000 early depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and 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 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.

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

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, 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp

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, is ranked 230 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

We're driven by a passion to help our clients build stronger, more agile and more innovative businesses.

Cognizant enables global enterprises to address a dual mandate: to make their current operations as efficient and cost-effective as possible and to invest in innovation to unleash new potential across their organizations.

What makes Cognizant unique is our ability to help clients meet both challenges. We help them enhance productivity by ensuring that vital business functions work faster, cheaper and better. And, our ability to conceptualize, architect and implement new and expanded capabilities allows clients to transform legacy models to take their business to the next level.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
https://www.cognizant.com