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# Junior Cybersecurity Analyst - Cloud, Network, Infrastructure Security & IAM

- **Company:** Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
- **Location:** Englewood, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $65,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Multi-Factor Authentication, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Linux Servers, Networking Basics, Network Segmentation, OAuth, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Openid Connect, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Security Information and Event Management, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, User Provisioning Software, Software Vulnerability Management, Data Logging, Google Cloud, Load Balancing, Computer Network Operations, Okta, Cyberark, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, CIS Benchmarks, SailPoint, Firewall Services Module, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** July 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/2A7C7AE2C6514949895839E35D862353/job/

## About the Role

· 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

## Description

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 escalate failures appropriately

· Support incident and service request resolution related to authentication and access issues

· Maintain IAM documentation, SOPs, and operational runbooks


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