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Job Summary

Join our dynamic team as a Cloud Architect where you will leverage your expertise in Google Cloud Platform to design and implement robust cloud solutions. With a focus on security scalability and efficiency you will play a crucial role in optimizing our cloud infrastructure. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work both remotely and on-site ensuring flexibility and collaboration.

Responsibilities

+ Design and implement scalable cloud architectures using Google Cloud Platform to meet business requirements and enhance operational efficiency.

+ Oversee the deployment and management of Google Cloud resources ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.

+ Provide expertise in configuring and managing Google Cloud services including Cloud SDK Cloud Key Management and Security Policies.

+ Develop and enforce security policies to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards.

+ Utilize Operations Suite to monitor and optimize cloud performance ensuring high availability and reliability.

+ Manage cloud billing and optimize costs through effective resource allocation and usage monitoring.

+ Implement backup and disaster recovery solutions to safeguard data and ensure business continuity.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy hybrid connectivity solutions enhancing network integration.

+ Utilize Terraform for infrastructure as code ensuring consistent and repeatable cloud deployments.

+ Configure and manage Virtual Private Networks and VPC Service Controls to secure cloud environments.

+ Lead the implementation of Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies to control access and protect resources.

+ Provide guidance on the use of the Cloud Foundation Toolkit to streamline cloud operations and improve efficiency.

+ Implement Cloud Load Balancing to distribute traffic and optimize application performance.

Qualifications

+ Possess a strong background in Google Cloud Platform design and architecture with hands-on experience in GCP services.

+ Demonstrate expertise in managing cloud security and implementing robust security policies.

+ Experience with Terraform and infrastructure as code practices is essential.

+ Familiarity with hybrid connectivity solutions and networking foundations is highly desirable.

+ Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery strategies is required.

+ Experience in managing cloud billing and cost optimization is a plus.

Certifications Required

Google Professional Cloud Architect Certification is required.

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.