Cloud Security Engineer - (wiz)

Cloud Security Engineer

As a Cloud Security Engineer, you will be responsible for monitoring security posture, following up on vulnerability management, cloud misconfigurations, and supporting compliance and security control implementations and auditing based on Wiz. You will work closely with internal product engineering teams to ensure secure cloud configurations across our multi-cloud environment.

In this role, you will:

• Configure and maintain security policies, rules, and controls within Wiz to align with organizational security requirements
• Monitor and triage security findings from Wiz, coordinating with relevant teams for remediation
• Create and maintain documentation related to compliance controls and standards
• Perform regular reviews of Wiz security findings and generate reports for stakeholders
• Partner with cloud engineering teams to implement security best practices and resolve identified issues
• Assist in incident response activities when Wiz identifies potential security issues

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered:

• 3+ years of experience in cloud security engineering
• Strong hands-on experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
• Deep understanding of cloud security concepts, compliance frameworks, and best practices
• Experience with cloud security tools and cloud-native security controls
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication abilities and experience working with cross-functional teams

This will help you stand out:

• Direct experience with Wiz platform
• Relevant security certifications (CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, etc.)
• Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Experience with healthcare compliance standards like HIPPA and HITRUST
• Knowledge of container security and Kubernetes
• Experience with CI/CD security integration
• Understanding of compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS)

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

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.

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 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Other employment-related information Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.