The Saviynt IGA Architect will lead the end-to-end design, strategy, and technical delivery of Saviynt Enterprise Identity Cloud (EIC) solutions. You will be responsible for transforming organizational security policies into scalable identity workflows, overseeing complex integrations with ERPs like SAP and Workday, and ensuring a "Zero Trust" architecture. This is a high-impact role requiring both high-level strategic vision and deep hands-on technical proficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Architectural Leadership: Design and document the end-to-end IGA architecture, including Identity Warehouse, connector frameworks, and security system configurations.
* Workflow Design: Architect complex Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) automation, multi-level approval workflows, and exception handling logic using Saviynt’s workflow engine.
* Advanced Integrations: Lead the onboarding of critical enterprise applications (SAP, Workday, ServiceNow, AWS, Azure/Entra ID) using REST/SOAP, JDBC, and SCIM connectors.
* Governance & Compliance: Define and implement Segregation of Duties (SoD) rules, risk-based access models (RBAC/ABAC), and automated certification campaigns to meet SOX, GDPR, or HIPAA requirements.
* Technical Authority: Serve as the primary SME for troubleshooting complex platform issues, performance tuning, and peer-reviewing technical designs from the implementation team.
* Innovation: Leverage Saviynt’s AI/ML features for intelligent access recommendations and outlier detection to minimize identity-related risks.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Expertise
* Saviynt Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Saviynt IGA (EIC). Mastery of Saviynt UI, JSON rules, SQL queries, and API-based integrations.
* Identity Fundamentals: Deep understanding of LDAP/AD, SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SCIM.
* Programming/Scripting: Strong skills in Java/J2EE (for custom JARs), Python, or PowerShell, and expert-level SQL for data manipulation and reporting.
* Cloud Infrastructure: Experience deploying or managing IGA in AWS or Azure environments.
Professional Experience
* Extensive experience in Identity & Access Management (IAM), Full-lifecycle Saviynt implementations as a Lead Architect.
* Proven experience leading technical discussions with C-suite stakeholders and system integrators.
Certifications (Preferred)
* Saviynt Certified Advanced IGA Professional (SCAIP)
* Saviynt Certified Architect (SCA)
* CISSP or CISM (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
At Cognizant you will experience an exciting mix of innovation by design, creativity, collaboration, and efficiency within a framework of stimulating objectives and a passion for delivering the best to our customers.
You will be joining a network of some of the most creative, innovative, and dedicated people in the industry with ample opportunities to learn and develop your career.
Our Associates are chosen for their attitude, skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm but above all, their belief that anything is possible.
Cognizant is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome all applications regardless of race, colour, gender, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, disability, age, sexual orientation, political opinions, or trade union membership.
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