Azure Security Engineer

Azure Security Engineer

Highly skilled Azure Security Engineer with expertise in Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft XDR, and SC-100-level security architecture. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive security posture assessments across client environments, identifying vulnerabilities, and recommending remediation strategies aligned with industry standards such as HIPAA, GDPR, and FEDRAMP.

Conduct security posture assessments using Microsoft Defender for Cloud and XDR tools.

Analyze and report on threat detection, vulnerability management, and compliance posture across Azure workloads for an integrated security architecture across IAM, ITM, and TVM.

Knowledge and experience of using PowerBI dashboards for better reporting.

Provide technical guidance and remediation plans based on assessment findings.

Document findings, recommendations, and architecture decisions in client-facing reports.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Azure security engineering or related roles.
• Proven hands-on experience with MS Defender for Cloud, XDR
• Deep understanding of SC-100 Security Architect concepts, certified candidates are preferred.
• Experience with Azure Policy, Security Center, Log Analytics, and KQL.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks: HIPAA, GDPR, FEDRAMP.
• Ability to interpret and act on Secure Score, Regulatory Compliance, and Threat Intelligence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and client-facing skills.

Certifications:

• SC-100: Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect (Preferred)
• SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
• AZ-500: Microsoft Azure Security Technologies

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position depends on the 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

Disclaimer: The benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.