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# Senior Architect - SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC)

- **Company:** Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
- **Location:** Minneapolis, MN, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Application Integration Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Identity and Access Management, JSON, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), OAuth, OpenID, Windows PowerShell, Openid Connect, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Services, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Cyberark, Multi-Cloud, HR Software, SailPoint, Restful APIs, Serverless Computing
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.minneapoliscareersite.com/job.asp?id=3377305552&tx=CT2826TYT&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* 12+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM), including 5+ years of SailPoint IdentityNow or Identity Security Cloud architecture experience.
 * Deep expertise in SailPoint ISC capabilities including workflows, connectors, identity lifecycle management, certifications, access models, policies, rules, and transformations.
 * Experience designing and implementing large-scale IAM architectures in enterprise environments.
 * Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Azure Active Directory, LDAP, HR systems, ITSM platforms, and cloud identity ecosystems.
 * Hands-on experience with REST APIs, SCIM, OAuth, SAML, OpenID Connect (OIDC), JWT, and identity federation technologies.
 * Experience developing integration and automation solutions using PowerShell, JSON, APIs, and serverless technologies.
 * Strong understanding of Zero Trust architecture, identity governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
 * Proven ability to lead architecture discussions, executive stakeholder engagements, and large-scale IAM transformation programs.

These will help you stand out:

 * SailPoint Certified Identity Security Engineer certification.
 * Experience migrating organizations from SailPoint IdentityIQ to SailPoint Identity Security Cloud.
 * Knowledge of Privileged Access Management (PAM) platforms such as CyberArk or BeyondTrust.
 * Experience designing cloud security and identity solutions within Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform environments.
 * Strong leadership, communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
 * Experience supporting audit engagements and regulatory compliance initiatives, including SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, ISO, and NIST frameworks.

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.

## Description

As a Senior Architect - SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC) , you will make an impact by leading enterprise identity and access management transformation initiatives, defining cloud-native IAM strategies, and delivering scalable SailPoint Identity Security Cloud solutions that strengthen security, governance, and compliance.

You will be a valued member of the Identity and Access Management team and work collaboratively with security leaders, enterprise architects, engineering teams, business stakeholders, and client leadership to modernize identity programs and advance Zero Trust security initiatives.

In this role, you will:

 * Define and drive the enterprise SailPoint Identity Security Cloud architecture, roadmap, and IAM modernization strategy.
 * Architect complex SailPoint ISC solutions across multi-cloud and multi-region environments, ensuring scalability, security, and operational excellence.
 * Establish identity governance frameworks, access certification programs, Segregation of Duties (SoD) controls, and compliance standards.
 * Lead integration architecture with HR platforms, ITSM tools, directories, cloud services, and enterprise applications using APIs and modern automation patterns.
 * Serve as the technical authority for SailPoint initiatives, mentoring architects and engineers while guiding executive stakeholders on IAM strategy and risk management.

Work model:

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States . 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.


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