**Location:** Warsaw - Hybrid (minimum 3 days at the office) **What we do:** At Cognizant, we are dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses — helping them go from doing digital to being digital.In Poland, our offices are in Gdańsk, Wroclaw, and Kraków. However proposed offer is based in the Client office based in Warsaw. With the capacity to support various clients, we offer a world of opportunities for both professionals and graduates. You can expect five-star training, a chance to realize your career goals, and a range of benefits. Be Cognizant! **About the role:** As an **Azure Cloud Engineer** to join our cloud operations team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based solutions on Microsoft Azure. You will work closely with our DevOps and security teams to create scalable, secure, and efficient cloud infrastructure that meets our business needs. **Key Responsibilities:** + Design, deploy, and manage Azure-based infrastructure and services + Monitor and maintain cloud environments to ensure optimal performance and uptime + Implement and manage networking components such as VNets, NSGs, VPNs, and Load Balancers + Configure and manage Azure Virtual Machines, App Services, and Storage Accounts + Automate infrastructure deployment using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like ARM, Bicep, or Terraform + Support and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions + Ensure security and compliance by managing access controls, policies, and encryption + Perform backup and disaster recovery planning using Azure Backup and Site Recovery + Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to Azure services and resources + Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, architects, and security engineers + Maintain documentation for cloud configurations, procedures, and best practices + Optimize cloud resource usage and costs using Azure Cost Management tools **Skills & Experience:** + Proficient in deploying and managing **Azure Virtual Machines, App Services** , and **Storage Accounts** + Experience with **Azure Networking (VNets, Subnets, NSGs, Load Balancers, VPN Gateway)** + Hands-on with **Azure Active Directory (AAD)** and role-based access control **(RBAC)** + Familiarity with **Azure CLI, PowerShell,** and **Azure Portal** + Knowledge of **Azure Monitor,** Log Analytics, and Alerts + Experience with **Infrastructure as Code (IaC)** using **ARM templates, Bicep, or Terrafor** m + Automating tasks using **PowerShell scripts** or **Azure CLI** + Familiarity with **Azure DevOps** for **CI/CD** pipelines and release management + Basic understanding of containerization **(Docker)** and **Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)** + Implementing **Azure Security Center** recommendations + Managing **Azure Key Vault** for secrets and certificates + Applying **Azure Policies** and **Blueprints** for governance + Understanding of network security, firewalls, and identity protection + Setting up monitoring, logging, and alerting for **Azure resources** **What we offer:** + Competitive salary with cafeteria benefits and bonuses + Opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding global organization + Pleasant and inspiring working atmosphere + Professional development and clear career path + Training & development opportunities + Private healthcare and additional life insurance + Employee volunteering programs and opportunities + Inclusion and diversity in practice + Employee referral program in place For more information about Cognizant, visit **https://www.cognizant.com/en-pl/** _If you are looking for another opportunity and are interested in the company, do not hesitate to apply online!_ _We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status._ \#LI-MK1 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.