Sr. Payment BSA (Hybrid)

Job Details:

Expertise in documenting, and analyzing business and technical requirements.

Ability to translate business needs into functional specifications.

Experience with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira or Confluence.

Understanding of multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO),SAML,OIDC.

Knowledge of security standards.

Ability to work with APIs and understand RESTful services.

Basic understanding of application architecture and integration patterns.

Strong communication skills to work with cross-functional teams, including business, engineering, and security teams.

Experience in facilitating workshops and discussions.

Ability to identify gaps in current solutions and propose improvements.

Analytical mindset to troubleshoot issues and optimize processes.

Good-to-Have Skills:

Hands-on experience with CIAM platforms like Ping Identity, ForgeRock, or Oauth.

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their identity services.

Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and how CIAM integrates with DevOps workflows.

Awareness of user-centric design principles to enhance customer onboarding and authentication flows.

Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and adaptive authentication.

Familiarity with fraud detection and risk-based authentication.

Basic knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) for automation or integration tasks.

Ability to analyze user behavior and CIAM metrics to improve system performance.

Understanding of CIAM use cases in specific industries

Relevant certifications such as Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM), CISSP, or certifications from CIAM tool vendors.

Work model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in city, province. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

What you need to have to be considered

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These will help you stand out

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Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Total compensation

We regularly assess market data to ensure we offer a competitive compensation package for our associates. The base salary for this position ranges between $90000– $125000 per year. Where the successful candidate may fall within the range depends on relevant education, work and/or management experience and other business-related and job-necessary qualifications. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual performance-based bonus, as well as benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing