What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Technical M365 Architect position at Cognizant?
We are seeking a skilled Senior Technical M365 Architect for Post-Migration Onsite Support Specialist to provide hands-on assistance to end-users across multiple locations following Microsoft 365 migration. This is a travel-intensive role requiring strong troubleshooting skills for M365 workloads, excellent customer service, and the ability to resolve technical issues promptly
About Cognizant’s CIS Practice
Cognizant’s CIS (Cognizant Infrastructure Services) Practice is a global leader in providing IT infrastructure services. We deliver innovative solutions to optimize and transform IT infrastructure, ensuring business agility and operational efficiency. Our services include cloud computing, data center management, network services, and cybersecurity. We focus on understanding client needs and delivering customized solutions to drive business success.
In This Role, You Will
At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways! We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you an outstanding applicant and help us see how you'd be helpful to this role.
Applications will be accepted until 17th Dec 2025.
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
About Cognizant’s CIS Practice
Cognizant’s CIS (Cognizant Infrastructure Services) Practice is a global leader in providing IT infrastructure services. We deliver innovative solutions to optimize and transform IT infrastructure, ensuring business agility and operational efficiency. Our services include cloud computing, data center management, network services, and cybersecurity. We focus on understanding client needs and delivering customized solutions to drive business success.
In This Role, You Will
- Provide onsite support to end-users post-M365 migration across designated locations.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Email (Exchange Online), OneDrive for Business, SharePoint Online, Teams and other M365 apps
- Assist users with Client configuration (Outlook, OneDrive sync, Teams setup) and profile setup and authentication issues.
- Diagnose and resolve network-related blocks impacting M365 services.
- Escalate complex issues to Level 2/3 support teams when necessary.
- Document and report recurring issues for continuous improvement.
- Provide end-user training and guidance on M365 features and best practices.
- Maintain compliance with organizational security and data protection policies.
- Strong experience in Microsoft 365 troubleshooting (Exchange Online, OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams).
- Knowledge of Windows and macOS client configuration.
- Ability to identify and resolve network connectivity issues.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Customer-focused with a proactive approach.
- Willingness to travel extensively across multiple locations.
- Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate
- Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900)
At Cognizant, we're eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways! We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferrable experience and skills make you an outstanding applicant and help us see how you'd be helpful to this role.
Applications will be accepted until 17th Dec 2025.
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