Security Analyst

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Position Summary

Security Analyst to connect with the client and get Security Testing Requirements . Validate and clarify the requirements with business stakeholders. Understand the high-level functional overview of the Application and navigtion work flow . Identify Security Testing Vulnerabilities by performing Automatic scans & Manual Assessments by benchmarking with Security Testing Standards and providing actionable inputs (Vulnerability fix recommendations) to development teams. Work closely with the program managers and the POs in strategizing the releases and the people needed to support that. Proactively identify the resource needs and help plan better.

Mandatory Skills

• Minimum 6 years experience in application Penetration testing (Web/ Thick client), Infra Penetration Testing, mobile security testing and secure code review.

• Should have performed secure code review of software applications (developed in Java, ASP, .NET, C++, C#, PHP etc)

• Good knowledge of security technologies for secure software development such as cryptography, authentication techniques and protocols, etc.

• Co-ordinate with multiple Development Teams to understand application architecture, perform threat profiling, to be able to perform a comprehensive manual code review.

• Should be proficient in Application Security Concepts, familiar with OWASP Top 10, SANS top 25 and other security best practices

• Successfully lead and execute projects, mentor and train resources with focus on enhancing their skill sets.

• Tools: Proficiency in most of the tools in each category

Ø Secure code review –Checkmarx, HPFortify, IBMAppScan Source edition.

Ø Web application vulnerability scanning tools - IBM AppScan, HPWebInspect, Burpsuite Pro

Ø High level programming languages :Java, C, C++, .NET

Ø Development Knowledge – ASP.NET, ASP, PHP, J2EE, JSP

Ø AI Tool : Amazon Q, Co-pilot

Roles And Responsibilities

• The associate will liaise with internal/external clients to understand and document the Security Testing requirements, organisation information security polices &Compliance standards.

• Validate and clarify requirements with Business Stakeholders to define Scope.

• Obtain application walkthrough from Application Team for in-scope applications.

• Prepare and review the Security Test plan document.

• Verify in-scope application flow manually [with needed test-data] for better understanding of application.

• Execute security testing with help of Security testing tools.

• Perform Manual Assessment for Business Logic Scenarios.

• Analyze test results and verify false positives.

• Prepare final Security Test report.

• Assuring adherence to best practices.

• Identify the opportunities to automate testing and come up with plan for the same.

• Identify the opportunities to shift left in dev process and enable better QA through the development cycle.

• Create better synergy between the BA, devs and QA teams.

• Review and present Security Testing engagement summary report with Application Stakeholders.

• Work closely with the program managers and the POs in strategizing the releases and the people needed to support that.

• Proactively identify the resource needs and help plan better

Qualifications/Certifications (Optional):

• B.E/B.Tech/Master Degree in Software System

• Certified Ethical hacker (CEH)

Salary Range: >$100,000

Date of Posting: 07-Jan-26

Next Steps: If you feel this opportunity suits you, or Cognizant is the type of organization you would like to join, we want to have a conversation with you! Please apply directly with us.

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Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

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