Senior AWS Security Architect

Cognizant; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 119,000 - 140,000; 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 seeks an experienced Senior AWS Security Architect to lead cloud security strategy, architecture, and governance across enterprise AWS environments. You will advise client security leadership and design secure cloud solutions to strengthen posture.

The role demands deep AWS security and networking expertise, strong consulting and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive architectural decisions across complex projects. Remote work arrangements apply.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Security Architecture, Cloud Security, or related disciplines.
• Deep expertise in AWS security services, IAM, governance, threat protection, and enterprise cloud security architecture.
• Strong AWS networking experience, including VPCs, network segmentation, transit gateways, routing, and security groups.
• Experience implementing enterprise security solutions, including Palo Alto or similar firewall technologies within AWS environments.
• Proven ability to define security standards, influence senior stakeholders, and lead large-scale cloud security initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to client leadership, providing guidance on cloud security strategy, governance, and risk management.
• Design secure AWS architectures, including networking, segmentation, identity management, and cloud-native security controls.
• Lead security assessments and recommend improvements to enterprise cloud infrastructure, policies, and security frameworks.
• Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and security teams to integrate security best practices throughout the cloud lifecycle.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, communicate security risks to stakeholders, and support enterprise cloud transformation initiatives.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Security Architecture

Cloud Security

AWS security

AWS networking

Stakeholder management

Consulting

Communication

Education

AWS Certified Security - Specialty

AWS Solutions Architect Professional

CISSP

Tools

Palo Alto Prisma Cloud

CSPM

Azure

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior AWS Security Architect to lead cloud security strategy, architecture, and governance across enterprise AWS environments. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to client security leadership, helping design secure cloud solutions, strengthen security posture, and drive key architectural decisions. The ideal candidate combines deep AWS security and networking expertise with strong consulting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

In this role, you will:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to client leadership, providing guidance on cloud security strategy, governance, and risk management.

• Design secure AWS architectures, including networking, segmentation, identity management, and cloud-native security controls.

• Lead security assessments and recommend improvements to enterprise cloud infrastructure, policies, and security frameworks.

• Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and security teams to integrate security best practices throughout the cloud lifecycle.

• Evaluate emerging technologies, communicate security risks to stakeholders, and support enterprise cloud transformation initiatives.

Work model: Remote

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a Remote position.

Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered:

• 10+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Security Architecture, Cloud Security, or related disciplines.

• Deep expertise in AWS security services, IAM, governance, threat protection, and enterprise cloud security architecture.

• Strong AWS networking experience, including VPCs, network segmentation, transit gateways, routing, and security groups.

• Experience implementing enterprise security solutions, including Palo Alto or similar firewall technologies within AWS environments.

• Proven ability to define security standards, influence senior stakeholders, and lead large-scale cloud security initiatives.

These will help you stand out:

• AWS certifications such as AWS Certified Security - Specialty or AWS Solutions Architect Professional.

• Experience with Palo Alto Prisma Cloud, CSPM solutions, or other cloud security posture management platforms.

• Cross-cloud security expertise across AWS and Azure environments.

• Experience supporting security architecture within highly regulated enterprise environments.

• Knowledge of industry frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, and enterprise risk management practices.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Important Disclaimers:

**Please note: A few of our roles may require in-person interviews at Cognizant offices or client locations, depending on project or client needs.**

Candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Salary and compensation:

The annual salary for this position will be between $119,000 to 140,000 per year depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Applications will be received by October 10th, 2026.

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 salary, 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.

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.