Cloud Native Engineer (GCP and Microsoft Entra ID)

Cognizant

2 - 5 years

Chennai

Posted: 18/06/2025

Job Description



Job Summary

Configure and deploy workload identity features and services within each cloud providers ecosystem.

Configure and manage Workload Identity Federation for secure access scenarios such as on-premises to GCP.


Responsibilities

Integrate Workload Identities with Containerized and Serverless Workloads.

Automate Identity Provisioning and Deprovisioning

Implement Security Best Practices

Implement and manage features like Entra ID Protection for Workloads to detect investigate and remediate identity based risks.

Implement Conditional Access Policies for Workload IDs.

Implement and Manage Managed Identities and Service Principals.

Potentially deploy and manage SPIFFE SPIRE infrastructure for secure workload identities across heterogeneous environments.

Work closely with development and operations teams to onboard applications and workloads to the new IAM system.

Investigate and resolve any security incidents or issues related to workload identities


Certifications Required

Azure Cloud

About Company

Cognizant is a global leader in technology and consulting services, helping businesses transform their operations through digital solutions. Specializing in IT services, including software development, business process outsourcing, and consulting, Cognizant supports clients across industries such as healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and retail. With a focus on innovation, Cognizant assists organizations in modernizing their technology, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing customer experiences. Headquartered in the U.S., it is consistently ranked among the most admired companies in the world and is a member of the NASDAQ-100.

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