This onsite position is open to any qualified applicant in the United States.
This position is onsite in Worcester, MA. A qualified applicant must be local to this area or be open to relocation.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
Practice - CIS - Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services
About Cloud Infrastructure & Security Services: Cognizant’s Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about embracing digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the digital era. Our holistic approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to run the business in a secure environment.
Job Title – Linux System Administrator III (onsite)
Summary
Under general supervision, is responsible for the implementation and technical configuration of the
systems Infrastructure using defined standards, policies, and procedures necessary to ensure the
viability and integrity of the entire Infrastructure. Provides customer service, service configuration,
incident management, problem management, systems administration and ongoing support. Has
increased autonomy over lower-level system administrators and may deviate from design elements
and/or processes.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- · (Describe all of the responsibilities of the job here, including the essential functions of the job, without which the job
- · can’t be performed.)
- · Is accountable for a set of infrastructure components.
- · Performs system administration duties within the infrastructure department within broadly
- · defined specifications of moderate complexity.
- · Works with more complex sets of infrastructure components. Provides input on design
- · elements and implementation. May work with higher level staff to modify/provide input to
- · process. Substantial resources would be required to correct errors. Impact of decisions can
- · reach multiple departments or across the business units. Functions with limited oversight.
- · Participates in project implementation.
- · Accountable for maintaining and updating operational documentation.
- · Performs account maintenance and system patching.
- · Analyzes point threat and determines security solution, engages in performance tuning
- · activities.
- · Translates customer needs (within IT) into sound technical infrastructure solutions.
- · Responds to escalated support requests (Tier 2/3).
- · Responsible for creating RCA (root cause analysis).
- · Conducts testing of infrastructure patches and updates prior to deployment.
- · Troubleshoots network and/or server issues.
- · Participates in project meetings/updates.
- · Develops estimates for own work.
- · Provides backup and restores services.
- · Maintains relationship with product vendor.
- · Provides timely notification to customers.
- · Performs routine maintenance to ensure that all supported devices remain compliant with
- · existing standards and policies.
- · Maintains confidentiality regarding the information being processed, stored or accessed
- · by the systems.
- · Performs other duties as assigned
EXPERIENCE
5-8 years of experience in systems administration required.
SKILLS
- · Has extensive knowledge of business area and technology. Considered a specialist in the field(s)
- · within the organizational unit. Demonstrates project management and systems analysis skills.
- · Demonstrates advanced verbal/written communication skills.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- · Able to use all electronic tools and applications relevant to the performance of the duties of the
- · position, including but not limited to phone, keyboard, computer and computer applications.
- · Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, local and company policies
- · and procedures.
- · Accesses only the minimum necessary protected health information (PHI) for the performance of
- · job duties. Actively protects the confidentiality and privacy of all protected health information they
- · access in all its forms (written, verbal, and electronic, etc.) taking reasonable precautions to prohibit
- · unauthorized access. Complies with all Atrius Health and departmental privacy policies, procedures
- · and protocols. Follows HIPAA privacy guidelines without deviation when handling protected health
- · information.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until 10/30/2024
The annual salary for this position is between $73,000- $110,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and is 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 salary, other 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.
