Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineer

Contractor responsible for monitoring security posture, following up 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• 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

Preferred:

• 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)

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

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