Sr. M365 Architect

Location :- Remote

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

Job responsibilities :-

NOTE: This job profile is exclusively for people with skills on architecting solutions on Microsoft Messaging Services, hence administrators / support resources, please do not apply.

The successful applicant will work as part of a global solutions team to DESIGN, Build Effort Estimation & DEPLOY "Messaging Services" for existing and prospective clients through RFP / RFI.

The key responsibilities of the role include:
Owning the design of specific technology solutions from high-level and detailed-level designs to deployment and handover to delivery with minimum of 12+ years' experience in relevant field

Design efficient solutions that are operationally cost effective to maintain
Design solutions to availability and resilience targets in line with requirements
Exploit and develop shared design blueprint and documentation for on-going reuse
Determine server specifications and infrastructure requirements (such as storage, networks and security etc.)
Both verbally and in written form articulate solutions and benefits accurately and persuasively reflecting the client's interests or concerns.

The applicant will have a solid understanding of:
Design & Implementation of Exchange 2010/2013/2016 Messaging Services (including hybrid) for at least 10000 mailboxes.
Migration from legacy versions of Exchange / non-exchange systems such as Domino, Groupwise to Exchange 2010/2013/Office 365 Exchange Online
Strong Expertise on Microsoft Office365 - Exchange Online, Lync Online
Working experience on third party migration tools such as Quest/Binary Tree Tools
Playing multiple roles by being a technical lead/SME in the project and mentoring the team members, participating in knowledge transfer and technical workshop
Create detailed design, migration/transition documentation based on the messaging project requirements
Key technical skills required
The following are the mandatory requirements of infrastructure based solutions experience for this role:

Experience in the design, implementation of large scale solutions and platforms with the following technologies:
Experience and understanding of mail transport fundamentals (POP/IMAP/SMTP), including knowledge of DNS, Message Trace Tools, MX and SPF Records, Block Lists, SPAM, Email Filtering and Virus Protection.
Strong working knowledge of Internet Protocols, networking, mail delivery systems, SMTP, mail applications required.
Knowledge and detailed understanding of:
Windows DNS
MS Clustering
IIS
Networking (TCP/IP - Load Balancing - Firewall Rules)
Storage (NAS/SAN)
Virtualization Experience (VMware / Microsoft)
Implementation and Upgrade of Blackberry Enterprise Server
Knowledge of authentication mechanisms, network, and Security would be an advantage.
Experience in scripting using PowerShell for Exchange 2010/2013/ Office365
Implement Exchange Federation, Directory Synchronization and Identity federation between Exchange servers at on-premises and Office 365

The Salary for this position will be yearly 130,000 to 155,000 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.

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.