• IAM Architect

    Cognizant (Houston, TX)


    Practice - CIS - Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services

     

    About Cloud Infrastructure & Security Services: Cognizant’s Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about embracing digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the digital era. Our holistic approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to run the business in a secure environment.

    Role and Responsibilities:

    • Lead the analysis and documentation of business requirements for Customer IAM projects.

    • Oversee the design and implementation of IAM solutions that align with business objectives.

    • Provide guidance and support to the development team during the project lifecycle.

    • Ensure that IAM systems are secure scalable and meet compliance standards.

    • Conduct regular assessments to identify areas for improvement in IAM processes.

    • Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather feedback and refine IAM strategies.

    Qualifications:

    • 12+ experience in SailPoint IAM, Thycotic Secret Server, Ping Federate / Ping Access, L2/L3 support knowledge, Java, Scripting knowledge like Python/ Perl, Unix Shell scripting.

    • Must have development experience in Automation, integrating application with Ping Federate and Ping Access.

    • Good to have experience in Azure SSO and integration.

    • Experience 10+ years in relevant SailPoint development and Automation.

    • Experience 8+ years in Privileged Identity Manager preferably Thycotic Secret Server, TPAM, CyberArk etc.

    • Strong Understanding of Java APIs, libraries, methods, and good understanding of XML.

    • Strong understanding of access management fundamentals like authentication and authorization.

    • Familiarity with any Java Framework (Struts/ Spring) is an additional advantage.

    • Scripting knowledge in Python/ Perl, Unix Shell scripting.

    • Should be familiar with application servers such as Tomcat and WebLogic.

    • Hands-on in Incident, Change and Problem Management

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    Applications will be accepted until 7 July 2025.

    Salary and Other Compensation:

    The annual salary for this position is between $[ 114,500 - 134,000] 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

     

    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.