IAM SSO Platform Engineer

Practice - CIS - Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services

About Cloud Infrastructure & Security Services: Cognizant's Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about embracing digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the digital era. Our holistic approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to run the business in a secure environment.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Okta Security Architect to lead enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) initiatives. This role combines deep Okta expertise with strong communication and collaboration skills to shape company-wide security posture and guide modern authentication strategies.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

In this role, you will:

• Architect, implement, and support Okta-based IAM solutions
• Define and influence enterprise authentication and MFA policies
• Provide L3 support for complex identity and authentication issues
• Develop SOPs, training material, and conduct knowledge transfer sessions
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors (Okta, security tools)
• Drive adoption of passwordless, zero-trust, and modern authentication technologies

What you need to have to be considered:

• Strong hands-on experience with Okta:
• SAML, OAuth/OIDC, Desktop & Agentless SSO
• AD & Radius Agents, user sync, policy creation
• Okta Verify, FastPass, MFA, basic Okta Workflows
• Experience with YubiKey and Beyond Identity authenticators
• Knowledge of passwordless auth, FIDO2, WebAuthn, Zero Trust
• Basic networking (TCP/IP, ports, DMZ) and directory services (AD, LDAP, RADIUS)
• Familiarity with endpoint & cloud tools (Zscaler, GlobalProtect, AWS WorkSpaces)
• Ability to use Splunk for troubleshooting

Nice to Have:

• Scripting (Python, PowerShell, or Java)
• Automation and basic Linux skills

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Strong cross-team coordination and leadership mindset
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies

Applications will be accepted until 9 Apr 2026.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $[89,000 - 108,000] depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• 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

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 a 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.

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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.