About the role
As a Cloud Security Architect, you will make an impact by assessing and strengthening the security posture of client cloud environments — identifying vulnerabilities, closing compliance gaps, and delivering actionable remediation strategies. You will be a valued member of the Health Family – Security team and work collaboratively with client stakeholders, cross-functional delivery teams, and executive leadership including CISOs to drive resilient, compliant, and secure Azure cloud architectures.
In this role, you will:
- Assess client Azure cloud environments to identify security vulnerabilities, architecture gaps, and compliance risks, then design and recommend targeted remediation strategies aligned to industry best practices.
- Evaluate and strengthen configurations across core Azure security services, including Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Key Vault, Azure AD (Entra ID), PIM, Azure Policy, Azure Monitor, and Log Analytics.
- Lead security architecture workshops, risk assessments, and governance reviews with client teams, translating complex findings into clear, executive-ready recommendations.
- Ensure alignment with security frameworks and compliance regulations including NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, and FedRAMP, while developing and refining incident response plans (MIRP).
- Drive continuous improvement of security processes and controls, keeping pace with evolving threat landscapes and emerging compliance requirements.
What you need to have to be considered
- Demonstrated expertise in cloud security architecture and assessment within Microsoft Azure environments, including client-facing delivery experience.
- Deep knowledge of Azure-native security services: Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Key Vault, Azure AD (Entra ID), PIM, Azure Policy, Azure Monitor, and Log Analytics.
- Strong command of security frameworks and methodologies, including Microsoft MCRA, the Security Adoption Framework, Zero Trust, and Microsoft Security Assessment tools such as WARA.
- Proven ability to communicate security concepts clearly to both technical teams and executive stakeholders, including experience presenting to CISO-level audiences.
- Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert and ITIL Foundation Certification (both required).
These will help you stand out
- Consulting background with experience facilitating client workshops, delivering executive-level architecture reviews, and managing stakeholder relationships through complex engagements.
- Familiarity with SOC integration, SIEM/SOAR tools, security orchestration and automation, and incident response coordination workflows.
- Experience applying compliance frameworks such as HIPAA, GDPR, or FedRAMP in regulated-industry environments.
- One or more preferred certifications: Microsoft Certified Azure Security Engineer Associate, CISSP, Security Operations Analyst Associate, Identity and Access Administrator Associate, Azure Administrator Associate, or a BC/DR certification (CBCP, MBCI, ISO 22301, or equivalent).
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
