CyberArk Engineer

Date published: Jul 27 2026

Location: Chennai / India

Job category: Technology & Engineering

Work model: Hybrid

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced CyberArk SME/Engineer to design, implement, administer, and support CyberArk Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions. The candidate will be responsible for managing privileged accounts, onboarding applications and platforms, improving security controls, and ensuring compliance with organizational security standards.

Key Responsibilities

CyberArk Administration & Support

• Administer and maintain CyberArk PAM components including:
  • Digital Vault
  • Privileged Session Manager (PSM)
  • Central Policy Manager (CPM)
  • Password Vault Web Access (PVWA)
  • Privileged Threat Analytics (PTA)
  • Application Access Manager (AAM) / Conjur
• Perform CyberArk installation, upgrades, migrations, and patching activities.
• Ensure platform availability, performance, and operational stability.

Privileged Account Management

• Onboard privileged accounts across Windows, Unix/Linux, Databases, Cloud, Network Devices, and Applications.
• Configure password management policies and password rotation schedules.
• Implement session monitoring and recording for privileged users.
• Manage safes, platforms, access controls, and user entitlements.

Integration & Automation

• Integrate CyberArk with Active Directory, LDAP, SIEM, ITSM, and MFA solutions.
• Support password vaulting and application credential management using AIM/AAM or Conjur.
• Develop automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or REST APIs.
• Work with DevOps teams to integrate secrets management into CI/CD pipelines.

Operations & Governance

• Troubleshoot CyberArk infrastructure and resolve incidents/problems.
• Support audit, compliance, and security assessment activities.
• Generate periodic reports related to privileged access and compliance.
• Participate in change management and security governance initiatives.

Required Technical Skills

CyberArk

• CyberArk PAM Administration
• Digital Vault
• PVWA
• CPM
• PSM
• PTA
• AIM/AAM
• Conjur (preferred)

Operating Systems

• Windows Server Administration
• Linux/Unix Administration

Directory Services

• Active Directory
• LDAP

Scripting & Automation

• PowerShell
• Python
• REST API Integration

Security Knowledge

• Privileged Access Management (PAM)
• Identity & Access Management (IAM)
• MFA Integration
• Access Governance
• Security Compliance Frameworks

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent.
• CyberArk Certifications:
  • CyberArk Defender
  • CyberArk Sentry
  • CyberArk Guardian
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Experience with ServiceNow integration.
• Familiarity with SIEM solutions such as Splunk, Sentinel, or QRadar.

Desired Soft Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work independently in a global support environment.
• Experience working in large enterprise environments.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• BeyondTrust, Delinea, HashiCorp Vault exposure.
• DevSecOps and secrets management experience.
• Kubernetes/OpenShift credential management.
• Azure Entra ID and Identity Governance knowledge.

About Cognizant

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or follow us on Twitter.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

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