Job Description

About Cognizant   Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant combines a passion for client satisfaction, technology innovation, deep industry and business process expertise, and a global, collaborative workforce that embodies the future of work. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 2000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.   Our Culture   Your passion, integrity and experience are integral to Cognizant's success. You will be welcomed into a dynamic and expanding global leader in IT and Business consultancy where you will be valued for who you are. We take pride in our partnership with our clients, so your ability to add value and provide exceptional service to our clients are fundamental to your success. In return, you will be empowered with opportunities to develop your career and collaborate with talented colleagues in a supportive, diverse environment.   At Cognizant we recognize that companies that are open and welcoming to a multi - cultural diverse workforce will thrive with fresh perspectives and collaborative knowledge. Cognizant is focused on promoting & increasing gender diversity and providing a workplace which encourages great participation and an equal playing field, where merit and accomplishment are the only criteria for success. Responsibilities   The Cyber Security Architect at Cognizant is responsible for providing pre-sales support in the development of solutions incorporating security services and offerings. Resource will work in conjunction with Sales and Account Executives to Architect. Design, propose, and help close opportunities with both existing and new clients. The primary role is to drive and collaborate with a Solution Architect team to develop and integrate solutions for a wide range of security capabilities and technologies including but not limited to: perimeter and edge based network controls (firewalls, IPS, IDS, proxy and DLP based solutions), end point controls (anti-virus, anti-malware, data loss prevention, encryption), identity and access solutions, as well as visibility and response solutions. The role is also expected to lead cross-functional teams that anticipate future capabilities.   Required Skills   - Must have full lifecycle project experience as Security Architect including strong design and implementation of Data centre security, Cloud security solutions like Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN, NAC, Web/Email Content Filtering, DLP, SIEM, End point security, Identity & access solutions, Encryption & application security - Preferred Certifications:  Product certifications like CCIE, CCSE etc. and domain certifications like CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC - Work experience in consulting/architecting security cloud platform (AWS/Azure) is an advantage - Experience of native cloud security solutions and their working, including licensing models, integrations - Familiarity with industry compliance and security standards including PCI DSS, ISO 27001 and HIPAA - Preferably with NIST experience advising customers on architectures meeting industry standards such as SAS70, SOC1, FISMA, etc.   Next steps If you feel this opportunity suits you, or Cognizant is the type of organization you would like to join, we want to have a conversation with you! Please apply directly with us. #LI-GC1COGTAG For a complete list of open opportunities with Cognizant, visit http://www.cognizant.com/careers Cognizant is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a background check.