**Job Summary** As an Infrastructure Architect you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust infrastructure solutions that align with business goals. You will leverage your expertise in DevOps tools like GitHub Jenkins and Nagios to optimize and automate processes. This hybrid role requires a deep understanding of infrastructure architecture and a commitment to enhancing system performance and reliability. **Responsibilities** + Design and implement scalable infrastructure solutions that meet business requirements and enhance operational efficiency. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate DevOps practices using GitHub and Jenkins ensuring seamless deployment and continuous integration. + Monitor system performance and reliability using Nagios proactively identifying and resolving potential issues to maintain optimal system health. + Develop and maintain infrastructure documentation ensuring all configurations and processes are well-documented and accessible. + Provide technical guidance and support to development teams facilitating the adoption of best practices in infrastructure management. + Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools that can enhance infrastructure capabilities and support business growth. + Implement security measures and protocols to protect infrastructure from potential threats and vulnerabilities. + Optimize resource utilization and cost-efficiency by analyzing infrastructure usage patterns and making data-driven recommendations. + Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements and solutions. + Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations maintaining a secure and compliant infrastructure environment. + Lead infrastructure projects from conception to completion ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives. + Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues providing timely resolutions to minimize downtime and impact on business operations. + Stay updated with the latest industry trends and advancements in infrastructure technology applying new knowledge to enhance infrastructure solutions. **Qualifications** + Possess a strong background in infrastructure architecture with a minimum of 10 years of experience in the field. + Demonstrate expertise in DevOps tools such as GitHub and Jenkins with hands-on experience in implementing CI/CD pipelines. + Have a solid understanding of monitoring tools like Nagios with the ability to configure and manage monitoring solutions. + Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues effectively. + Show proficiency in documenting infrastructure processes and configurations ensuring clarity and accessibility. + Display strong communication skills capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. + Hold a relevant certification such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or similar showcasing your expertise in infrastructure solutions. **Certifications Required** AWS Certified Solutions Architect or similar certification relevant to infrastructure architecture. 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.