At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and implement cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions for a large transformation programme.
- Company: Join Cognizant, a leader in tech innovation and security.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on collaboration and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cybersecurity while collaborating with top industry experts.
- Qualifications: Strong background in cybersecurity design and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Cognizant is seeking an experienced Security Solution Architect, operating as an embedded member of the Client security architecture function. Working primarily on a large security transformation programme but may also be required to provide internal security consultation for Technology and business colleagues. The role requires strong, broad security design expertise, with proven experience leading feasibility assessments and producing high‑level security designs across a wide range of solutions. The consultant must be able to take ownership of security design activities end‑to‑end, from early feasibility through to clear, implementable high‑level designs.
Key responsibilities
- Acting as a trusted security solution architect within Client, supporting change initiatives across IT and, where required, OT environments.
- Leading security feasibility, options analysis, and technical design for new and evolving solutions.
- Producing clear, high-quality high‑level security designs (HLDs) aligned to Client standards and risk appetite.
- Able to articulate complex solutions and problems concisely and effectively tailoring the message for the audience.
- Confidence to analyse and make documented design decisions and advocate within governance forums (such as Technical Advisory Groups and Design Authority) and delivery teams for those decisions.
- Providing pragmatic security design input and assurance to delivery teams and stakeholders and conducting architectural governance reviews.
- Engaging effectively with technical and business stakeholders to shape secure, workable solutions.
Essential skills and experience
- Strong background in cyber security solution design.
- Proven very strong experience in authoring high‑level security designs.
- Ability to assess, design, and articulate security solutions across multiple security domains.
- Confidence to operate independently within a large, regulated organisation.
- Experience of security design in hybrid cloud architectures, preferably Azure but AWS also advantageous.
- Experience of working in an end‑user (non SI/Consultancy) environment such as Client on large scale programmes with multiple partners and end‑user parallel delivery requiring a collaborative and integrated approach.
- Strong communication and collaborative skills working closely with stakeholders and delivery teams, choosing in person communication wherever possible.
- Skilled in the application and alignment of security frameworks such as NIST CSF.
Nice to have (not essential)
- Experience within a water or utilities environment (regulated).
- Experience of the Networks and Information Systems Regulation (NIS‑R) and PCI DSS.
- Exposure to Operational Technology (OT).
- Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM).
- Experience of securing data platforms and the wider data security domain.
- Exposure to Zero Trust security models.
- Experience of securing artificial intelligence solutions.
Cybersecurity Solution Architect in Coventry employer: Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
Cognizant is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, particularly for the Cybersecurity Solution Architect role. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and development, team members are encouraged to take ownership of their projects while benefiting from comprehensive training and mentorship opportunities. Located in a dynamic environment, Cognizant offers unique advantages such as involvement in large-scale security transformation programmes and the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies, making it a rewarding place for professionals seeking meaningful contributions in cybersecurity.
Contact Details:
Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation Recruitment Team
