What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Automation Architect position at Cognizant Technology Solutions and Careers?
Job Title - Industrial Automation Architect
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
In this role, you will:
Site IT Support: Handle on‑site ticket triage, root cause analysis, and resolution for end‑user and infrastructure issues.
System Administration: Manage Windows endpoints/servers, Active Directory (users/groups/OUs), M365 services, printers, and shared resources.
Network Tasks: Perform basic network activities (VLAN moves, port activation, cabling) and coordinate firewall/segmentation changes with central IT.
OT Liaison: Collaborate with the SI resource for design alignment and remote L2/L3 support across automation/MES/Historians.
Compliance: Execute changes under SOPs and maintain validated state per GxP, CSV/CSA standards.
Separation Activities: Support Day‑1 readiness, TSA operations, and TSA exit (application carve‑outs, OU/domain changes, data migration coordination).
Documentation: Maintain asset inventory, patch/update logs, backup checks, and knowledge base articles.
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Raynham, MA, Warsaw, IN, Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
- 4–7 years of IT administration experience (desktop, server, AD, basic networking).
- Exposure to OT systems (SCADA, PLC, MES, Historians).
- Experience in separation/divestiture programs (TSA, domain restructuring).
- Strong documentation discipline and experience in regulated environments (GxP, CSV/CSA).
- Ability to collaborate with remote engineering teams for design and escalation.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until February 6th, 2025.
The annual salary for this position is between $113,000 - $132,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and 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.
Salary : $113,000 - $132,000