Cognizant is always looking for top talent. We are searching for candidates to fill future needs within the business. This job posting represents potential future employment opportunities with Cognizant. Although the position is not currently available, we want to provide you with the opportunity to express your interest in future employment opportunities with Cognizant. If a job opportunity that you may be qualified for becomes available in the future, we will notify you. At that time you can determine whether you would like to apply for the specific open position. Thank you for your interest in Cognizant career opportunities. At Cognizant we have an ideal opportunity for you to be part of one of the largest companies in the digital sector worldwide. A Great Place To Work where we look for people who contribute new ideas, experiencing a dynamic and growing environment. At Cognizant we promote an inclusive culture, where we value different perspectives providing career growth and development opportunities. #WelcomeToCognizant! **Preferred experience:** **Key responsibilities** + Assess the security posture of customer cloud workloads and environments to identify vulnerabilities and gaps. + Recommend and design security interventions aligned with best practices and compliance requirements. + Evaluate and strengthen configurations for Azure security services, including Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Key Vault, Azure AD (Entra ID), Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Azure Policy, and governance and observability tools such as Azure Monitor and Log Analytics. + Lead and facilitate security architecture workshops, risk assessments, and governance reviews with client teams. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between security, operations, and business objectives. + Conduct thorough security risk assessments and ensure mitigation strategies are implemented. + Drive continuous improvement of security processes and controls based on evolving threat landscapes and compliance frameworks. + Ensure adherence to industry frameworks and regulations such as NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, and FedRAMP.. **Required Qualifications** Minimum 5 years of experience in cloud security architecture and assessment, specifically within Microsoft Azure environments. Deep knowledge of Azure security architecture and cloud-native security resiliency patterns. Strong experience with security frameworks and methodologies (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 27001). Proficient in vulnerability management, risk assessment, and security compliance standards. Ability to communicate complex security concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong written and verbal communication and documentation skills. Hands-on experience with Azure security and governance services: Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Key Vault, Azure AD (Entra ID), PIM, Azure Policy, Azure Monitor, and Log Analytics. Familiarity with Microsoft Security Assessments, such as the Well-Architected Review Assessment (WARA) and Microsoft Security Assessment Frameworks. Experience working directly with clients in customer-facing roles to deliver security assessments and solutions. Solid understanding of process governance, security incident response planning, and Major Incident Response Plan (MIRP) development. **Preferred qualifications** + Strong consulting experience with direct client engagement and workshop facilitation. + Familiarity with SOC integration, security operations center workflows, and incident response coordination. + Experience with compliance frameworks such as HIPAA, GDPR, FedRAMP, or equivalent. + Expertise with SIEM/SOAR tools, automation, and security orchestration. + Proven track record delivering executive-level security architecture reviews and recommendations.. **Certifications** Required: + Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert + ITIL Foundation Certification Preferred: + Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate + Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) + Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate + Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate + Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate + Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BC/DR) certifications such as CBCP, MBCI, ISO 22301, or equivalent industry-recognized certifications **Why Cognizant?** Improve your career in one of the largest and fastest growing IT services providers worldwide Receive ongoing support and funding with training and development plans Have a highly competitive benefits and salary package Get the opportunity to work for leading global companies We are committed to respecting human rights and build a better future by helping your minds and the environment We invest in people and their wellbeing. We create conditions for everyone to thrive. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or for any other reason covered. At Cognizant we believe than our culture make us stronger! Join us now! \#BeCognizant #IntuitionEngineered Igualdad de Empleo y Política de Acción Afirmativa: Cognizant es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Todos los solicitantes calificados recibirán consideración para el empleo sin distinción de sexo, identidad de género, orientación sexual, raza, color, religión, origen nacional, discapacidad, estado de veterano protegido, edad o cualquier otra característica protegida por la ley. 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.