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Cognizant Network Security Engineer salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
2 - 10 years exp.
₹5.2 Lakhs - ₹19 Lakhs
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50% more than the average Network Security Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 10 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Engineering - Hardware & Networks
Network Security Engineer Salary
2 - 10 years exp. (87 salaries)
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₹5.1 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr

IT & Information Security
Network Security Engineer Salary
2 - 10 years exp. (30 salaries)
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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

Engineering - Software & QA
Network Security Engineer Salary
4 - 9 years exp. (9 salaries)
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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr

Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

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₹7.5 L/yr - ₹17.8 L/yr

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2 - 10 years exp. (37 salaries)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹19.8 L/yr

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Network Security Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹19 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 10 years. Salary estimates are based on 134 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Network Security Engineer salaries

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2 years  (13 salaries)

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₹3 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr
3 years  (11 salaries)

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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹11.1 L/yr
4 years  (34 salaries)

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₹4.6 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr
5 years  (30 salaries)

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₹6.2 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
6 years  (17 salaries)

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₹6.5 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr
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Top skills at Cognizant for Network Security Engineer

Cisco ASA Cisco Fortigate Checkpoint Checkpoint Firewall Network Security

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

4.1

Rated by 11 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 08 Oct 2024

4.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

Nothing much, it's average service type company with decent salary. But leaves are good. 30 leaves per year in a service company is really commendable.

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  • Salary - Good

Dislikes

1. They hire based on prospective projects, and often the projects don't land. And then they have very limited time on bench, hence job security is an issue. 2. Work from office schedule is very strict, there should be some flexibility. 3. No proper employee benefits such as outings or lunches or parties, all they care about is billing. 4. Little too much of micro-management

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  • Job security - Bad
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IT & Information Security Department

5.0
  •  posted on 01 Oct 2024

2.0
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Likes

Cognizant is the best organisation in terms of working, learning and development but poor part is Salary increment is very less and promotions almost not getting

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Dislikes

Existing employee didn't get the upto mark salary and promotion.

  • Salary - Poor
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IT & Information Security Department

5.0
  •  posted on 27 Jan 2024

5.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

Very employee centric company, good pay and perfect for 1-3 years experience people to join. Personally Cognizant has given me a lot. Knowledge, Skills,Culture and helped me to grow

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  • Salary - Excellent
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Dislikes

Not much that I have found. Some employees or managers might be little biased but thats completely project wise. Company wise I have no complains.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 10 Feb 2024

2.0
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Likes

Work life balance, company culture ,senior support in projects , learning.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

Salary and hike is not like other companies.even for new joiners will give good salary but for people who working long time is not promoted and salary also will not be revised even they are well talented.

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  • Salary - Poor
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IT & Information Security Department

3.0
  •  posted on 25 Sep 2023

3.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. Salary hike is better than others in the same domain. 2. They invest a lot in providing learning materials so that's a big plus. 3. Communication from upper management is pretty good. 4. Offices are very good.

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  • Skill development - Good

Dislikes

1. Management is really bad, there is regional preference. 2. Management is mostly very toxic. 3. Middle tier management is really bad.

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  • Promotions - Poor
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Cognizant Network Security Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Network Security Engineer at Cognizant ?
The average salary of a Network Security Engineer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 10 years).

The top 10% of Network Security Engineer at Cognizant earn more than ₹13.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹19.0 Lakhs per year. Network Security Engineer Salaries at Cognizant can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 100+ Cognizant employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Network Security Engineer at Cognizant in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Network Security Engineer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹81,220 to ₹83,337 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 10 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 100+ salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
What are the key skills required to be a Network Security Engineer at Cognizant ?
To be a Network Security Engineer at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

  • - Cisco ASA
  • - Cisco
  • - Fortigate
  • - Checkpoint
  • - Checkpoint Firewall

These skills are highly valued at Cognizant and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Network Security Engineer in India?
Koch Business Solutions ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year
NTT Security ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹18.8 Lakhs per year
Genpact ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹17.8 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Cognizant, depending on the role and experience level.
What is the salary of a Network Security Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?
The salary of a Network Security Engineer at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

NTT DATA, Inc. ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹19.8 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹3.8 Lakhs to ₹16.6 Lakhs per year
Capgemini ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹15.4 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.
How the salary growth look like for a Network Security Engineer at Cognizant in India?
The salary growth for a Network Security Engineer at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Network Security Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
2 years ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹11.1 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹6.2 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
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Cognizant Network Security Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹19 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 134 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.