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Cognizant · 18 hours ago

Security Consultant

Cognizant is seeking an experienced Third Party Cyber Security Risk Analyst to support enterprise-wide third-party risk assessments and remediation efforts. This role focuses on evaluating vendor cyber security posture, reviewing evidence and documentation, and providing actionable recommendations to reduce risk exposure, with a strong emphasis on AI-related cyber risk remediation.

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Responsibilities

Conduct cyber security risk assessments and risk treatment activities for third-party vendors
Evaluate vendor responses, supporting documentation, and technical evidence
Identify gaps in third-party cybersecurity controls, processes, and operations
Provide remediation recommendations and track corrective actions to closure
Prepare and present written and verbal risk assessment reports to management
Support AI-related cyber risk remediation initiatives
Collaborate with internal IT, Security, Compliance, and Business teams

Qualification

Cyber security risk assessmentVendor risk managementSOC 2ISO standardsHITRUSTAnalytical skillsDecision-making skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field
5+ years of experience in IT security, IT audit, compliance, or risk management
Experience with SOC 2, ISO, HITRUST, and related security standards
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company participation
Paid time off, paid holidays, and wellbeing time
Life insurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance and wellness programs
Learning and professional development opportunities

Company

Cognizant

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Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$0.24M
Key Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
2025-03-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-11-18Post Ipo Equity· $0.24M
1998-06-19IPO

Leadership Team

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Ravi Kumar S
Chief Executive Officer
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Anil Cheriyan
CTO / EVP Strategy & Technology
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