CyberArk Engineer

Cognizant; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an experienced CyberArk Cloud Specialist to manage privileged access and secure onboarding of applications and cloud layers. The role focuses on CyberArk Cloud solutions, PVWA/CPM/PSM, and continuous security improvements within enterprise environments.

The ideal candidate will handle Application Layer onboarding, Cloud Layer onboarding, and CyberArk administration while ensuring compliance with ISO, GDPR, and SOC2 standards. Strong scripting and IAM knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• 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, and GCP integration with CyberArk.
• Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Python, Shell) for automation.
• Experience with Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Zero Trust frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Onboard enterprise applications into CyberArk for secure credential management (Application Layer onboarding).
• Integrate cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) with CyberArk for privileged account security (Cloud Layer onboarding).
• Manage CyberArk components including PVWA, CPM, PSM, and Vault; perform upgrades and health checks.
• Ensure compliance with organizational cloud security standards and conduct audits.

Skills

CyberArk Cloud

Application Layer onboarding

Cloud Layer onboarding

AWS

Azure

GCP

PowerShell

Python

Shell

IAM

Zero Trust

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