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ADMS Network Architect - ADMS Hardware Upgrade Project
Role Summary
The Network Architect provides design leadership and technical documentation for the ADMS Hardware Upgrade Project. This role focuses on creating network architecture diagrams, defining secure communication paths, drafting firewall rules, documenting all IP addressing and hostnames, and performing network failure-mode analysis to ensure reliability and real-time performance.
Core Responsibilities
1. Network & System Architecture Diagramming
Develop detailed, accurate network and system architecture diagrams for ADMS components and integrations (OMS, SCADA, DMS, DERMS, GIS).
Document system processes, network flows, and interface points aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
Support design and optimization of ADMS capabilities within the broader enterprise architecture.
2. Firewall Rule Definition & Security Design
Draft and verify firewall rules and communication paths required for ADMS, ensuring cybersecurity and real-time performance.
Define architecture standards and secured interfaces for ADMS components including OMS, SCADA, DMS, DERMS, and supporting systems.
3. IP Addressing, Hostnames & Network Segmentation Documentation
Document IP schemes, hostnames, LAN/VLAN segments, and routing requirements for all ADMS hardware and integrated platforms.
Maintain comprehensive documentation supporting ADMS hardware upgrades, data integrity, and cloud/enterprise integration.
4. Network Failure-Mode Analysis & Testing
Identify technical risks, potential failure modes, and mitigation strategies across the ADMS network architecture.
Support or lead testing of failover scenarios, redundancy models, segmentation behaviors, and real-time performance validation.
Ensure network design supports reliability, outage management, switching operations, and real-time situational awareness.
Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with Grid Operations, OT teams, SCADA engineers, cybersecurity, and vendors to ensure alignment of network designs with ADMS operational needs.
Communicate complex technical subjects clearly to technical and business stakeholders.
Required Qualifications (Network Focus)
Proven experience in enterprise network architecture, including LAN/WAN, routing, switching, firewall design, segmentation, redundancy, and security zoning.
Experience designing networks for real-time systems or mission-critical operational technologies.
Ability to document architecture clearly and proactively identify technical risks.
Highly Desirable Experience (ADMS / SCADA / OMS)
Familiarity with ADMS systems, including SCADA, OMS, DMS, DERMS, and GIS integration.
Experience supporting large-scale ADMS modernization, hardware upgrade, or OT network transformation programs.
Knowledge of secure OT/IT boundary architectures and real-time operational technology requirements.
Understanding of telemetry flows, control center operations, and connectivity requirements for grid modernization initiatives.
Compensation: - Base Pay + COLA and 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. Application will be accepted by 8/9/2026
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
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Additional employment information
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.
