Location: Chicago, IL

We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Security Engineer with expertise in security products, authentication, authorization, and identity and access management (IAM). As a key member of our security team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the secure and compliant implementation of Azure AD solutions, with a focus on IAM, MFA, and SSO.

Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and manage Azure Active Directory solutions to ensure secure and efficient authentication and authorization processes aligned with industry best practices

Drive the onboarding of applications, app registration, enterprise application setup, and role-based access management (RBAC).

Lead the implementation of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Single Sign-On (SSO) for enhanced security.

Expertise in configuring and troubleshooting authentication protocols, including OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SAML for secure authentication and authorization

Configure and manage conditional access policies to control access based on specific conditions, locations, and device compliance

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support and troubleshoot IAM-related issues, ensuring solutions are secure, compliant, and scalable.

Understand and implement security best practices for Azure products, services, and solutions.

Utilize Azure Sentinel for monitoring, creating alerts, and developing automation scripts for incident response.

Provide production support, responding to and resolving security incidents in a timely manner.

Establish and maintain identity governance frameworks, including privileged identity management (PIM) for elevated access

Stay informed of Azure updates, security threats, and industry best practices to enhance our security posture.

Collaborate with DevOps and development teams, demonstrating a basic understanding of tools and requirements.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in implementing security solutions on Azure, with a focus on IAM, MFA, and SSO.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure AD, Azure AD B2C, related authentication/authorization components and security protocols which including SAML, OAuth, and OpenID
• Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Azure CLI)
• Excellent understanding of cloud security principles
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate certification is a plus.
• Experience with Azure Sentinel for monitoring, alerting, and automation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving IAM-related issues.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to evolving security challenges.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to maintaining a secure, compliant, and scalable IAM solution.

Cognizant is recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and is a coalition member of the Veteran Jobs Mission. Our Cognizant Veterans Network welcomes Veterans in building and growing a career at Cognizant that allows them to demonstrate the leadership, loyalty, integrity, and dedication to excellence instilled in them through participation in military service.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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