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Security Solutions Architect - Cognizant
Solutions Architect
Lead pre‑sales engagements to design and propose data security solutions, collaborating with sales teams to close deals and guide clients on cloud security, IAM, and emerging security product roadmaps.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with Sales and Account Executives to assess client requirements and craft tailored data security architectures.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive solution proposals, including diagrams, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
- Present and articulate security designs to both technical and executive audiences, addressing concerns and highlighting value.
- Provide subject‑matter expertise on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and identity & access management to ensure robust, compliant implementations.
- Stay current on product updates, industry trends, and roadmap developments to advise clients on future‑proof security strategies.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience designing and implementing data security solutions in enterprise environments.
- Strong knowledge of cloud security services (AWS, Azure) and IAM frameworks.
- Proven pre‑sales or solutions‑architect experience with excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Hands‑on experience with encryption, tokenization, data loss prevention, and security governance.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer) preferred.