This on-site position isopen to any qualified applicant in the United States.

This position is on-site in Charlotte, North Carolina and a qualified candidate must be local to the area or be open to relocation to Charlotte.

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.

• Configure Splunk to collect client infrastructure metrics and logs
• Onboard SQL and other middleware component metrics and logs
• Onboard application observability metrics related to performance, end-user metrics, synthetics, and logs
• Configure Splunk ITSI for event correlation, redundancy, glass tables, service analyzers, critical metrics, etc
• Configure alerts and dashboards based on client requirements
• Lead all aspects of the deployment configuration and management of Splunk infrastructure to ensure high availability and performance
• Develop and implement Splunk ITSI modules for sophisticated monitoring and analytics enhancing operational visibility and predictive capabilities
• Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to understand their data analysis needs translating these into actionable Splunk dashboards and reports
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards by maintaining a secure and reliable infrastructure
• Conduct regular system audits and performance optimizations to maintain system efficiency and reliability
• Provide expert guidance on Splunk standard methodologies chipping into the continuous improvement of our operational processes
• Solve sophisticated issues providing timely and accurate resolution to minimize downtime
• Facilitate training sessions for the finance team on applying Splunk for real-time financial monitoring and reporting
• Keep abreast of the latest Splunk features and updates integrating new tools and technologies to keep our infrastructure at the forefront of innovation
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure a cohesive approach to data management and protection

• At least 10 to 14 years of experience
• Required skills: Splunk Cloud/Enterprise, Splunk Observability Cloud, and Ansible
• Certification: Splunk Certified Administrator
• Must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in infrastructure operations with a strong focus on Splunk technologies
• Must have extensive experience with Splunk, Splunk Admin, and Splunk IT validated through previous successful projects
• Solid grasp of financial systems and processes with a demonstrable record in the Finance & Accounting domain
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under stress in a fast-paced environment
• Good social skills capable of optimally collaborating with both technical teams and financial collaborators
• Confirmed expertise in Splunk Admin and Splunk ITSI is critical.
• A solid grasp of finance and accounting principles is required with experience in applying technology solutions to financial data analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work closely across teams.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into business insights.
• A dedication to continuous learning and improvement in the field of infrastructure operations and financial data analysis.

Applications will be accepted until 05/24/2024.

The annual salary for this position is between $52,000 to $123,200 depending on the 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.

Employee Status : Full Time Employee

Shift : Day Job

Travel : No

Job Posting : May 10 2024

About Cognizant

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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.

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