About the role
As an Information Security Specialist – Adaptive Strategy, you will make an impact by supporting advanced threat analysis, fraud prevention, and adaptive security strategies across critical initiatives. You will work closely with third‑party security and fraud technology partners and internal stakeholders to strengthen incident response capabilities and support planned security projects.
You will be a valued member of the Information Security and Risk Management team and play a key role in enabling secure, compliant, and resilient operations in a highly regulated environment.
In this role, you will:
- Provide investigation and analysis support for high‑priority information security and fraud‑related incidents
- Support adaptive security strategy initiatives across incident response and planned project delivery
- Coordinate delivery activities across multiple programs and stakeholder groups
- Manage requirements gathering, policy support, and regression coordination
- Track deliverables, follow up with stakeholders, and maintain clear and accurate documentation
- Support identity protection and project readiness activities
- Collaborate with third‑party security and fraud solution providers to support threat analysis and mitigation strategies
Work model:
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days per week in a client or Cognizant office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
- Experience in information security, fraud risk, or adaptive threat management
- Prior experience in a Product Owner, Business Analyst, or similar role within the security or fraud domain
- Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills
- Excellent documentation and written communication abilities
- Experience working in regulated, compliance‑driven, or audit‑focused environments
- Ability to manage multiple priorities across incident response and project delivery
These will help you stand out
- Experience working with third‑party fraud or security vendors and platforms
- Familiarity with regulated financial services or payments environments
- Exposure to regulatory frameworks and oversight bodies
- Experience supporting large, cross‑functional security or risk programs
- Strong analytical mindset with a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation
We’re excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don’t hesitate to apply, even if you meet most but not all of the requirements. We value transferable skills, diverse experiences, and fresh perspectives.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until June 7, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between 63,000 - 95,000 CAD 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
· Long-term/Short-term Disability
· Paid Parental Leave
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
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.
Other employment-related information
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, provincial or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
