Insider Risk & Compliance Specialist

Cognizant•Towson, MD

2d•$84,000 - $134,000

About The Position

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, redefining clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our outstanding industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com.

Requirements

Microsoft Purview – Data Loss Prevention, Insider Risk, and Communication Compliance policy configuration and management; 4 years of hands‑on experience at expert level.
Purview Integrations – Strong ability to integrate Microsoft Purview with external systems such as ServiceNOW (medium proficiency).
Microsoft Certifications – Information Protection Administrator Associate (SC‑400) – medium proficiency
Security Operations Analyst (SC‑200) – medium proficiency
Possess strong expertise in Microsoft Purview demonstrating ability to manage and govern data effectively.
Have extensive experience with Microsoft Entra ID showcasing skills in identity management and secure access solutions.
Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft 365 Security ensuring robust protection against cyber threats.
Hold a bachelors degree in computer science information technology or a related field.
Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Show a proactive approach to learning and adapting to new technologies and methodologies.
Have a minimum of 8 years of experience in infrastructure architecture with a maximum of 12 years preferred.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Security Compliance and Identity Fundamentals

Responsibilities

Evaluate Microsoft Purview capabilities and design a secure architecture for Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Insider Risk Management, and Communication Compliance.
Collect business and regulatory requirements, assess potential risks, and define sensitive data categories aligned with compliance standards.
Configure and deploy Purview policies in a controlled environment; conduct pilot testing, user acceptance, and iterative tuning.
Integrate Purview alerts with SIEM platforms (Microsoft Sentinel/Splunk) and ServiceNow for incident response and case management workflows.
Implement risk-based alert filtering and contextual correlation (e.g., unusual data transfers, pre-termination indicators) to improve detection accuracy.
Develop comprehensive documentation, including architecture diagrams, runbooks, and project plans; collaborate with Legal, Privacy, HR, and IT teams.
Ensure compliance monitoring and alert accuracy for Communication Compliance policies; optimize detection fidelity and reduce false positives.
Support full rollout of approved solutions, including change management, training, and post-deployment optimization.
Design and implement infrastructure solutions that leverage Microsoft Purview to enhance data governance and compliance across the organization.
Oversee the integration of Microsoft Entra ID to streamline identity management and ensure secure access to resources.
Provide expertise in Microsoft 365 Security to safeguard organizational data and mitigate potential threats.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align infrastructure strategies with business objectives and improve overall efficiency.
Develop and maintain documentation for infrastructure processes and configurations to ensure clarity and continuity.
Conduct regular assessments of infrastructure performance and security to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
Lead initiatives to optimize infrastructure costs while maintaining high performance and reliability.
Facilitate training sessions for team members on the latest Microsoft technologies and best practices to enhance skill sets.
Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend innovative solutions that drive business growth.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards to protect organizational assets and reputation.
Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to resolve infrastructure-related issues promptly.
Collaborate with vendors and partners to ensure seamless integration of third-party solutions with existing infrastructure.
Drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance infrastructure resilience and scalability.