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Cognizant · 1 week ago
Azure Security Engineer
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
3+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Design, implement, and handle Azure Active Directory solutions to ensure secure and efficient authentication and authorization processes aligned with industry standard methodologies
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 fixing authentication protocols, including OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SAML for secure authentication and authorization
Configure and handle conditional access policies to control access based on specific conditions, locations, and device compliance
Collaborate with multi-functional teams to support and solve IAM-related issues, ensuring solutions are secure, compliant, and scalable.
Understand and implement security standard processes for Azure products, services, and solutions.
Apply 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 standard methodologies to enhance our security posture.
Collaborate with DevOps and development teams, demonstrating a basic understanding of tools and requirements.
Qualification
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Required
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 solving 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 multi-functional teams.
Commitment to maintaining a secure, compliant, and scalable IAM solution.
Benefits
Veteran Jobs Mission coalition member
Equal opportunity employer
Diversity valued
Reasonable accommodation provided for individuals with disabilities
Company
Cognizant
Cognizant is a professional services company, transforming clients’ business, operating and technology models for the digital era.
10,001+ employees
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Funding
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$0.24MKey Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
2016-11-18Post Ipo Equity· $0.24M
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