• IAM Architect

    Cognizant (Pierre, SD)


    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.

    Position Overview:

    The IAM -PAM Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise privileged access solutions to protect critical systems and sensitive data. This role ensures secure management of privileged accounts, credentials, and secrets across on-premises and cloud environments.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Administer and support PAM platforms (e.g., CyberArk, BeyondTrust, HashiCorp Vault, Delinea/Thycotic).

    + Onboard, manage, and monitor privileged accounts, service accounts, and application credentials.

    + Implement and enforce password policies, credential rotation, and access workflows.

    + Integrate PAM solutions with identity management, ticketing, and SIEM systems.

    + Configure and maintain session management, auditing, and reporting for privileged access.

    + Troubleshoot PAM-related issues and support compliance with security standards.

    + Develop automation scripts (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for PAM operations and reporting.

    + Collaborate with IT, security, and application teams to ensure secure access practices.

    + Support audits and provide evidence for regulatory and internal compliance.

    Qualifications:

    + Experience with one or more PAM platforms (e.g., CyberArk, BeyondTrust, HashiCorp Vault, Delinea).

    + Strong understanding of identity and access management, security best practices, and compliance frameworks.

    + Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.

    + Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python) for automation and integration.

    + Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation abilities.

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    Applications will be accepted until 18 Nov 2025.

    Salary and Other Compensation:

    The annual salary for this position is between $[136,500 - 160,000] 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.