Cognizant is expanding its security operations team in Englewood, Colorado, with an exciting opening for a Junior Cybersecurity Analyst specializing in Cloud & Network Security. This position is a perfect launchpad for professionals interested in establishing a sustainable cybersecurity career path for beginners. As enterprises migrate critical assets to hybrid environments, the demand for vigilant junior analysts who can safeguard cloud architecture and network integrity has never been higher.
Key Responsibilities of the Role
In this role, you will work closely with senior security engineers to monitor network traffic, analyze security alerts, and support cloud infrastructure security. Your day-to-day tasks will involve:
- Monitoring SIEM tools to detect potential security incidents.
- Assisting with threat vulnerability assessments across AWS and Azure environments.
- Participating in incident response drills and documenting mitigation steps.
- Ensuring compliance with enterprise security protocols and cloud governance standards.
Job Requirements
To qualify for this junior-level position, Cognizant is looking for candidates who demonstrate a strong foundation in networking and security concepts, along with a passion for continuous learning. The core requirements include:
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).
- Technical Foundations: Basic understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, and secure network protocols.
- Cloud Knowledge: Academic or practical familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure).
- Certifications (Preferred): CompTIA Security+, Network+, or cloud-specific associate certifications are highly valued.
How to Apply
If you are ready to kickstart your cybersecurity career in Colorado with a global IT leader, prepare your resume highlighting any hands-on lab experience, academic projects, or certifications. For those balancing tech certifications with enterprise software demands, maintaining an edge in your professional network is crucial.
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To submit your application, please visit the official Cognizant Careers portal and search for Job ID COG-JR-SEC-CO, or send your resume and a brief cover letter directly to their recruitment desk at recruitment.colorado@cognizant.com with the subject line "Application: Junior Cybersecurity Analyst - Englewood".