• Microsoft Exchange Infra Architect

    Cognizant (Fort Lauderdale, FL)


    Microsoft Exchange Infra Architect

    **Experience:** 15+ years

    **Location:** Fort Lauderdale, Florida

    **Required skills:** Messaging implementation, Active Directory Implementation

     

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

    Job Summary

    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

    Responsibilities

    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

     

    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.

     

    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

    Certifications Required

    + Exam MS-100: Microsoft 365 Identity and Services

    + Exam MS-101: Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security

    + Exam MS-203: Microsoft 365 Messaging

    + Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert

     

    Applications will be accepted until 1/30/2026

     

    The annual salary for this position is between $99,782 – $161,000 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 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 contribution

    • 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.

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    Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.