**Job Summary** Cloud Resiliency Architect The Cloud Resiliency Architect will support customers through focused technical engagements aimed at improving the reliability continuity and recoverability of their cloud environments. The architect will combine deep technical expertise in Microsoft Azure with a strong command of disaster recovery business continuity and operational resiliency processes including the design and evaluation of Major Incident Response Plans (MIRPs). **Responsibilities** Deep experience with high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) design in Microsoft Azure. Solid understanding of Azure architecture including infrastructure Availability Zones backup/recovery and monitoring services. Familiarity with cloud-native resiliency patterns and site reliability engineering (SRE) methods. Proven ability to assess and design effective Major Incident Response Plans (MIRPs) that align with operational SLAs and business risk tolerances. Experience in business continuity planning incident response coordination and process maturity assessments. Excellent communication and documentation skills for technical and executive stakeholders. Background in technical consulting or assessment-based delivery engagements. **Certifications Required**  Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert ITIL Foundation Certification  Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate 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.