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SailPoint Developer

Cognizant

Role Summary

Cognizant is hiring a SailPoint Developer to join the Identity and Access Management (IAM) corporate infrastructure team in Chennai. In this role, you will design, develop, configure, and support robust Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions utilizing SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ) and SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC). You will collaborate closely with security, cloud, and application stakeholders to engineer secure, scalable, and compliant identity fabrics across enterprise, SaaS, and hybrid cloud landscapes.

Key Responsibilities

  • SailPoint Engineering: Develop, configure, and test SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ) and SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC) components including workflows, rules, forms, transforms, and provisioning policies.
  • Lifecycle Governance: Implement and support Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) lifecycle automation, identity profiles, access requests, role management, entitlement governance, and certification campaigns.
  • Application Onboarding: Connect and onboard enterprise directories, cloud platforms, databases, and authoritative systems (Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, ServiceNow, HR platforms) into the SailPoint ecosystem.
  • Integrations & Data Quality: Build and maintain secure interface adapters using REST APIs, SCIM, JDBC, LDAP, and Web Services. Perform advanced identity data aggregation, correlation, and reconciliation.
  • Operations & Maintenance: Troubleshoot provisioning breaks, workflow exceptions, and connector issues. Participate in platform version upgrades, migrations, and testing phases.

Key Qualifications

  • Core Experience: 3 to 6 years of professional Identity and Access Management (IAM) experience.
  • SailPoint Expertise: 2+ years of dedicated development experience with SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ) alongside hands-on configuration familiarity with SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC) / IdentityNow.
  • Programming & Tools: Understanding of Java and BeanShell scripting, SQL query concepts, and data transmission methods (REST, Web Services, JDBC).
  • Protocols & Security: Foundational familiarity with modern access protocols (SAML, OAuth, OIDC) and RBAC security frameworks.
  • Preferred Certifications: SailPoint IdentityIQ Engineer, SailPoint Identity Security Cloud Professional, Microsoft Entra ID, or CompTIA Security+ certifications are a significant plus.

About Cognizant

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is a leading global technology services provider and AI Builder, engineering full-stack solutions that amplify human potential, drive tangible business outcomes, and keep global enterprises ahead.

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Overview
Expected Salary ₹9 - ₹17 Lakhs/Annum
Experience Required 3 - 6 Years
Last Date to Apply Continuous Recruitment
Posted On 19-08-2026
Mandatory Skills
SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ) SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC) Identity Lifecycle Management (JML) Active Directory Integration REST API & Web Services Enterprise Application Onboarding IAM Governance & Provisioning
Preferred Skills
Java & BeanShell Scripting Microsoft Entra ID ServiceNow Integration SailPoint Certified Engineer Access Governance (RBAC) SAML / OAuth Protocols SQL