Job summary
Develop the overarching vision principles and architecture for the workload identity and access management system across all environments like Azure GCP hybrid on premises
Responsibilities
Define the types of workload identities e.g. Managed Identities Service Accounts SPIFFE identities their attributes and their lifecycle management processes.
Design the framework and specific policies for controlling workload access to resources based on the principle of least privilege.
Define and design secure methods for workloads to authenticate and communicate with each other.
Design the integration points and processes for connecting the workload IAM system with Fords current IAM infrastructure e.g. Entra ID
Drive the creation of the long-term workload IAM governance framework ensuring alignment with industry best practices and Ford s policies.
Serve as the subject matter expert on workload identity concepts technologies e.g. Entra Workload Identity SPIFFE SPIRE and best practices.
Assess and recommend appropriate workload identity features and tools available in Azure GCP and other relevant platforms.
Design the system to meet relevant security and compliance requirements.
About us
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.
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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 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.
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Disclaimer:
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