SailPoint Specialist

About the Position

We are seeking a skilled SailPoint SME/Engineer to implement, administer, and support SailPoint Identity Security solutions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), user lifecycle management, access certifications, role management, application onboarding, and integration with enterprise applications. The role will be responsible for ensuring secure, compliant, and efficient identity governance processes across the organization.

Responsibilities

SailPoint Administration & Engineering

• Design, implement, and support SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ) and/or SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC).
• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain SailPoint environments.
• Manage SailPoint workflows, lifecycle events, policies, and identity governance processes.
• Perform platform health monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.

Identity Lifecycle Management

• Implement and support Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) processes.
• Automate provisioning and deprovisioning of user accounts and entitlements.
• Manage birthright, requestable, and privileged access models.
• Support role-based and attribute-based access control initiatives.

Access Governance & Compliance

• Configure and manage access certifications and periodic access reviews.
• Implement Segregation of Duties (SoD) policies and compliance controls.
• Support audit and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Generate governance, compliance, and operational reports.

Application Integration

• Integrate SailPoint with:
  • Active Directory
  • Azure Entra ID
  • LDAP
  • HR Systems (Workday, SuccessFactors)
  • Databases
  • Cloud and SaaS Applications
• Develop and support connectors for target systems.
• Troubleshoot identity synchronization and provisioning issues.

Development & Customization

• Develop SailPoint rules, workflows, forms, and customizations.
• Build and maintain custom connectors and integrations.
• Utilize REST APIs, Web Services, and Java-based development as required.
• Participate in migration and transformation projects.

Requirements

Required Technical Skills

SailPoint Expertise

• SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ)
• SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC)
• Identity Governance & Administration (IGA)
• Access Certification
• Provisioning & Deprovisioning
• Role Management
• SoD Management
• Lifecycle Management

Identity & Access Management

• IAM Fundamentals
• RBAC & ABAC
• Federation Concepts
• SSO & MFA

Integration Technologies

• Active Directory
• Azure Entra ID
• LDAP
• REST APIs
• SCIM
• Web Services
• JDBC

Development Skills

• Java
• BeanShell
• XML
• SQL
• PowerShell (Preferred)

Required Experience

• 4+ years of experience in IAM/IGA technologies.
• 3+ years of hands-on SailPoint implementation and administration experience.
• Experience onboarding applications and configuring provisioning workflows.
• Experience supporting large-scale identity governance programs.
• Knowledge of audit and compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• SailPoint Certifications:
  • SailPoint Certified IdentityIQ Engineer
  • SailPoint Certified Identity Security Cloud Engineer
  • SailPoint Architect Certification (Preferred)
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• CyberArk PAM Integration
• Saviynt, Okta, ForgeRock, Ping Identity
• ServiceNow Integration
• Azure Logic Apps / Power Automate
• SIEM Integration (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar)
• DevSecOps and Identity Automation

Desired Soft Skills

• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work independently in global environments.
• Experience working with business, audit, and compliance teams.
• Strong documentation and process governance skills.

We Offer

Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include financial education, a pension plan with matching contributions, etc.

Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more.

Your career, your way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities explore new technologies, industries and locations-and build the skills you need to grow your career.

Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

About the Company

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 @cognizant.

Things to Know Before You Apply

• Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in India without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
• Accommodations: If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
• AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process.
• Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team.
• Language proficiency: We ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in India, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the country who may not speak your local language.
• Inclusion: Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.