The Company
Cognizant (NASDAQ:CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant has over 350,000 employees as of January 2025. Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.
Cognizant Consulting
At Cognizant, our consultants orchestrate the capabilities to truly change the game across strategy, design, technology and industry/functional knowledge to deliver insight at speed and solutions at scale. Our consulting services elevate the unique abilities and business aspirations of customers and employees and build relationships based on trust and value.
Water Utilities Consulting
We are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Assurance Lead with in-depth knowledge of the water domain and expertise in water network management. This role is pivotal in driving operational efficiency optimizing water networks and delivering transformative solutions to stakeholders in the water utilities sector. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory compliance.
Job Summary
We are looking for a highly experienced Cyber Security Project Manager to lead and deliver enterprise-scale cyber security programs within the Utilities/Water sector. The role involves managing complex, high-impact security initiatives while ensuring alignment with organizational cyber frameworks, regulatory standards, and business objectives.
Role Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end delivery of cyber security projects
Manage project lifecycle including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
Define and maintain governance artifacts such as project plans, RAID logs, budgets, and status reports
Drive cloud migration initiatives (e.g., Cisco ISE to Microsoft Entra ID/Azure)
Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, NCSC CAF
Manage risks, issues, and dependencies
Coordinate with architecture, security operations, and assurance teams
Lead stakeholder forums and steering committees
Oversee vendor delivery and SLA adherence
Support portfolio-level reporting and planning
Required Skills & Experience
Experience managing enterprise-level cyber security projects
Strong knowledge of network security (firewalls, segmentation, zero-trust)
Experience in firewall optimization and IAM/NAC migrations
Experience with log management / SIEM-related projects
Proficiency in project management methodologies (PRINCE2, PMP, Agile)
Strong governance and stakeholder management skills
Familiarity with MS Project, Jira, Azure DevOps
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in utilities or critical infrastructure
Knowledge of Microsoft security stack (Defender, Sentinel, Entra ID)
Understanding of SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
Awareness of regulatory frameworks (NIS, NCSC CAF)
Exposure to IT/OT environments
Certifications: PRINCE2 Practitioner / PMP, Security+
Key Competencies
Enterprise Cyber Project Delivery
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
Risk & Issue Management
Governance & Financial Control
Cyber Security Framework Awareness
Cloud and Network Security Understanding
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000+ associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
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.
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.
Disclaimer:
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.
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