App Security Architect

Cognizant; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certification support

Global cloud security projects

Continuous learning

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an experienced CyberArk Cloud Specialist with 4–13 years of IT security expertise focused on Privileged Access Management (PAM). The role covers Application Layer onboarding and Cloud Layer onboarding, integrating CyberArk into enterprise apps and cloud environments.

You will manage CyberArk components (PVWA, CPM, PSM, Vault), work with AWS, Azure, GCP, and develop automation with PowerShell, Python, or shell.

Qualifications

• 5–9 years IT security experience with a strong CyberArk Cloud focus.
• Hands-on experience in Application Layer onboarding and Cloud Layer onboarding with CP/CCP configurations.
• Solid knowledge of AWS, Azure, and GCP integration with CyberArk.
• Proficient in automation scripting and IAM/Zero Trust concepts.

Responsibilities

• Onboard enterprise applications into CyberArk for secure credential management.
• Integrate cloud platforms with CyberArk for privileged account security.
• Manage CyberArk components including PVWA, CPM, PSM, and Vault.
• Ensure security and compliance through best PAM practices.

Skills

CyberArk Cloud

Application Layer onboarding

Cloud Layer onboarding

CP configurations

CCP configurations

AWS

Azure

GCP

PowerShell

Python

Shell scripting

IAM

Zero Trust

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

PVWA

CPM

PSM

Vault

Job description

#Cyber Security Experts#

We are seeking an experienced CyberArk Cloud Specialist with 4–13 years of expertise in Privileged Access Management (PAM), specifically in CyberArk Cloud solutions. The candidate will be responsible for Application Layer onboarding and Cloud Layer onboarding, ensuring secure integration of applications and cloud environments into the CyberArk ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Application Layer onboarding
  • Onboard enterprise applications into CyberArk for secure credential management.
  • Collaborate with application owners to integrate privileged accounts.
  • Automate onboarding processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• Cloud Layer onboarding
  • Integrate cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) with CyberArk for privileged account security.
  • Configure and manage cloud connectors, vaults, and policies.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational cloud security standards.
• CyberArk Administration
  • Manage CyberArk components including PVWA, CPM, PSM, and Vault.
  • Perform upgrades, patches, and health checks.
  • Troubleshoot onboarding issues and provide root cause analysis.
• Security & Compliance
  • Implement best practices for privileged access management.
  • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (ISO, GDPR, SOC2).
  • Conduct audits and generate compliance reports.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5–9 years of IT security experience with strong focus on CyberArk Cloud.
• Hands-on expertise in Application Layer onboarding and Cloud Layer onboarding with CP and CCP configurations.
• Strong knowledge of AWS, Azure, GCP integration with CyberArk.
• Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Python, Shell) for automation.
• Experience with Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Zero Trust frameworks.
• Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CyberArk Certified Trustee / Defender / Sentry.
• Experience in DevOps pipelines and CI/CD integration with CyberArk.
• Familiarity with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud security projects.
• Collaborative environment with exposure to global enterprise applications.

Continuous learning and certification support