Cognizant · 7 hours ago
Sailpoint IdentityNow Architect - Remote
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$101K/yr - $160K/yrCognizant is seeking a Senior Identity Architect with hands-on experience in SailPoint IdentityNow. The role involves designing and implementing identity management solutions, overseeing business identity solutions, and ensuring compliance with security standards while collaborating with various teams.
ConsultingIndustrial AutomationInformation TechnologySoftwareSoftware Engineering
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain the architecture for identity management solutions that align with organizational strategies
Design and implement identity governance and administration frameworks
Oversee and enhance business identity solutions to ensure secure and efficient identity lifecycle management
Collaborate with business units to understand their identity needs and integrate solutions accordingly
Implement and manage privileged identity systems to protect critical assets
Ensure the secure handling of privileged credentials and manage access controls
Configure and administer Customer Identity solutions to support authentication and single sign-on processes
Monitor and troubleshoot issues related to customer Identity products to ensure seamless operations
Ensure identity management solutions comply with relevant security standards and regulations
Participate in security incidents that involve identity data when required
Work closely with IT, security, and business teams to ensure alignment of identity solutions with organizational goals
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members
Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in identity management technologies
Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance identity management practices
Qualification
Required
Hands On Experienced in SailPoint Identity Now
Develop and maintain the architecture for identity management solutions that align with organizational strategies
Design and implement identity governance and administration frameworks
Oversee and enhance business identity solutions to ensure secure and efficient identity lifecycle management
Collaborate with business units to understand their identity needs and integrate solutions accordingly
Implement and manage privileged identity systems to protect critical assets
Ensure the secure handling of privileged credentials and manage access controls
Configure and administer Customer Identity solutions to support authentication and single sign-on processes
Monitor and troubleshoot issues related to customer Identity products to ensure seamless operations
Ensure identity management solutions comply with relevant security standards and regulations
Participate in security incidents that involve identity data when required
Work closely with IT, security, and business teams to ensure alignment of identity solutions with organizational goals
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members
Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in identity management technologies
Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance identity management practices
Strong knowledge of identity governance, access management, and privileged access systems
In depth knowledge of information security practices related to PCI, SOX, HIPAA/HITECH, and OWASP application security
Solid understanding of information security standards and frameworks (NIST, ISO27001, etc.)
Experience implementing security at the application, network and operating system levels
Experience with mainstream IT Technologies, such as products from Oracle, IBM, and Microsoft
Demonstrated understanding of segregation of duties (SoD) and role based access control (RBAC) concepts
Ability to collaborate with Business Units and other IT staff
Ability to interact with business partners and security and compliance staff
Ability to make presentations to senior leadership, potentially C Level
Ability to translate technical 'speak' into understandable business language
Benefits
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
Company
Cognizant
Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
Founded in 1994
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$0.24MKey Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
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Leadership Team
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Chief Executive Officer
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