Junior Cybersecurity Analyst – Cloud, Network, Infrastructure Security & IAM

Cognizant; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Cognizant in Englewood, CO is looking for a Junior Cybersecurity Analyst – Cloud, Network, Infrastructure Security & IAM. You will support security operations across cloud platforms, networks, and enterprise infrastructure, under guidance of senior IAM engineers.

This entry‑level role provides hands‑on experience in identity and access management, incident response, and vulnerability remediation, with clear progression into specialized security roles at Cognizant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science with cybersecurity focus.
• Exposure to cybersecurity, infra, network ops or IAM.
• Nice-to-have Azure/AWS Fundamentals, Network+, Security certs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events across Cloud, Network and Infrastructure.
• Assist with cloud security controls for Azure, AWS, GCP.
• Support network security operations including firewalls and VPNs.
• Help with vulnerability scanning, patch validation and remediation.
• Assist with IAM provisioning, access reviews, and PAM activities.
• Participate in incident response, triage, and documentation.
• Maintain IAM docs, SOPs and runbooks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Shift-based support

Education

BSc in Computer Science (Cybersecurity)

Certifications: Azure Fundamentals, AWS Fundamentals, Network+

Tools

PowerShell

Python

Bash

SailPoint

Okta

CyberArk

Active Directory

Job description

Position Overview

Location: Englewood, CO

Experience Level: 0–2 Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Summary

The Junior Cybersecurity Analyst – Cloud, Network, Infrastructure Security & IAM supports:

1. Security operations and engineering teams by assisting in securing cloud platforms, networks, servers, and enterprise infrastructure; and
2. Enterprise IAM operations by assisting with user access provisioning, access reviews, IAM tool administration, and security controls across cloud and on‑premises environments. The role focuses on operational execution, monitoring, and support under the guidance of senior IAM engineers while building strong foundational cybersecurity and identity management skills.

Career Progression: This role provides a foundation for growth into Cloud Security Engineer, Network Security Engineer, Infrastructure Security Engineer, Security Operations, IAM Engineer, PAM Engineer, or IAM Operations Specialist roles, with exposure to access governance, cloud identity, and privileged access management.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security events and alerts across Cloud, Network, and Infrastructure environments
• Assist in implementing and maintaining security controls for cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Support network security operations including firewall rules, VPN access, and network Segmentation
• Assist with vulnerability scanning, patch validation, and remediation tracking
• Support infrastructure security for Windows and Linux servers including hardening and access control
• Participate in incident response activities including triage, investigation support, and documentation
• Access provisioning, modification, and de‑provisioning
• Assist with Privileged Access Management (PAM) activities such as privileged account
• Onboarding of application and access validation
• Assist with application onboarding to IAM platforms using standard connectors
• Monitor IAM workflows, jobs, and alerts and elevate failures appropriately
• Support incident and service request resolution related to authentication and access issues
• Maintain IAM documentation, SOPs, and operational runbooks

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles and defense-in-depth
• Basic knowledge of cloud security concepts (IAM, network security groups, logging, monitoring)
• Understanding of network fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers
• Basic experience with Windows and Linux operating systems
• Familiarity with vulnerability management and security monitoring tools
• Awareness of security standards and frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS benchmarks)
• Introductory scripting or automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash) is a plus
• Understanding of IAM concepts such as authentication, authorization, SSO, MFA, RBAC, and least privilege
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory
• Exposure to IAM tools such as SailPoint, Okta, or CyberArk
• Awareness of identity protocols including SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect
• Basic understanding of cloud identity integrations (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Behavioral & Professional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and adherence to security processes
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Clear verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new security technologies
• Ability to work in shift-based or on‑call support models if required

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science with a Cybersecurity concentration and/or Cybersecurity major or a related field
• Exposure to Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Network Operations, IT Support or Identity and Access Management
• Relevant certifications (nice to have): Azure/AWS Fundamentals, Network+, Security

Start Date

New hires will start in September 2026 in our Cognizant Englewood, CO office. While we will attempt to honor candidate start date preferences, business need and position availability will determine final start date assignment. Exact start date will be communicated with enough time for you to plan effectively.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

The annual salary for this position is $65,000 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.

Why Choose Us?

Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high-caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate’s diverse backgrounds offer multifaceted perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients.

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 hourly rate, other compensation, and 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.

Work Authorization

Due to the nature of this position, Cognizant cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in a CPT/OPT program) for this role.

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.