About the role
We are seeking an experienced Senior AWS Security Architect to lead cloud security strategy, architecture, and governance across enterprise AWS environments. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to client security leadership, helping design secure cloud solutions, strengthen security posture, and drive key architectural decisions. The ideal candidate combines deep AWS security and networking expertise with strong consulting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
In this role, you will:
- Serve as a trusted advisor to client leadership, providing guidance on cloud security strategy, governance, and risk management.
- Design secure AWS architectures, including networking, segmentation, identity management, and cloud-native security controls.
- Lead security assessments and recommend improvements to enterprise cloud infrastructure, policies, and security frameworks.
- Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and security teams to integrate security best practices throughout the cloud lifecycle.
- Evaluate emerging technologies, communicate security risks to stakeholders, and support enterprise cloud transformation initiatives.
Work model: Remote
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a Remote position.
Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through 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:
- 10+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Security Architecture, Cloud Security, or related disciplines.
- Deep expertise in AWS security services, IAM, governance, threat protection, and enterprise cloud security architecture.
- Strong AWS networking experience, including VPCs, network segmentation, transit gateways, routing, and security groups.
- Experience implementing enterprise security solutions, including Palo Alto or similar firewall technologies within AWS environments.
- Proven ability to define security standards, influence senior stakeholders, and lead large-scale cloud security initiatives.
These will help you stand out:
- AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Security - Specialty or AWS Solutions Architect Professional.
- Experience with Palo Alto Prisma Cloud, CSPM solutions, or other cloud security posture management platforms.
- Cross-cloud security expertise across AWS and Azure environments.
- Experience supporting security architecture within highly regulated enterprise environments.
- Knowledge of industry frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, and enterprise risk management practices.
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 only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Important Disclaimers:
**Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.**
**Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future**
Salary and compensation:
The annual salary for this position will be between $119,000 to 140,000 per year depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Applications will be received by October 10th, 2026.
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.
· 401(k) plan and contributions.
· Long-term/Short-term Disability.
· Paid Parental Leave.
· Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
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.
Acerca de Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) es un creador de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que conecta la inversión en IA con el valor empresarial mediante el desarrollo de soluciones de IA full‑stack para sus clientes. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, junto con su experiencia en procesos e ingeniería, permite incorporar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan resultados tangibles y mantienen a las empresas a la vanguardia en un entorno en constante cambio. Más información en cognizant.ai o @cognizant.
Información adicional sobre el empleo
La información sobre la compensación es exacta en la fecha de publicación de este anuncio. Cognizant se reserva el derecho de modificar esta información en cualquier momento, de conformidad con la legislación aplicable.
Es posible que se solicite a los solicitantes que asistan a entrevistas de forma presencial o mediante videoconferencia. Asimismo, durante cada entrevista, los candidatos podrán estar obligados a presentar un documento de identidad válido emitido por el estado o por el gobierno.
Cognizant es un empleador que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Su solicitud y candidatura no se evaluarán en función de la raza, el color, el sexo, la religión, el credo, la orientación sexual, la identidad de género, el origen nacional, la discapacidad, la información genética, el embarazo, la condición de veterano ni cualquier otra característica protegida por las leyes federales, estatales o locales.
