Cognizant is seeking a Network Security Engineer (CCIE ) for a full-time remote opportunity.
About Cognizant’s CIS Practice:
Cognizant’s CIS (Cognizant Infrastructure Services) Practice is a global leader in providing IT infrastructure services. We deliver innovative solutions to optimize and transform IT infrastructure, ensuring business agility and operational efficiency. Our services include cloud computing, data center management, network services, and cybersecurity. We focus on understanding client needs and delivering customized solutions to drive business success.
In this role, you will:
· Engineer and maintain site-to-site and remote access VPN solutions (IPsec, SSL/TLS, DMVPN. Troubleshoot VPN client connectivity issues across multiple platforms (Windows, macOS, mobile).
· Support firewall and security policy configuration tied to VPN services.
· Perform root cause analysis on tunnel failures, latency, and authentication issues.
· Collaborate with internal teams on access and security architecture.
Qualifications:
- CCIE Security (certified, not written-only).
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with enterprise VPN technologies.
- Strong knowledge of IPsec, IKEv2, SSL VPN, and related protocols.
- Experience troubleshooting VPN clients (AnyConnect, GlobalProtect, or equivalent)
- Solid understanding of PKI, certificate-based authentication, and MFA integration.
- Familiarity with firewall platforms (ASA, Palo Alto, Fortinet).
- Experience in large-scale enterprise or service provider environments.
- Exposure to Zero Trust / ZTNA frameworks.
At Cognizant, we are eager to meet people who believe in our mission and can make an impact in various ways! We strongly encourage you to apply even if you only meet the required skills listed. Consider what transferable experience and skills make you an outstanding applicant and help us see how you would be helpful in this role.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in United States without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position. The salary range for this role is between $142,000 and $167,000 will be determined by the skills and experience level of the candidate. Applications will be accepted till 6/6/2026. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
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.
