Cognizant Security Lead Salaries by 4 Employees

3 - 8 years exp.

₹8 Lakhs - ₹25 Lakhs

Low Confidence

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At par with the average Security Lead Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 8 years of experience

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Last Updated: 26 Oct 2024

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Security Lead salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹8 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 4 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Security Lead salaries

Last Updated: 26 Oct 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.2 L/yr - ₹8.1 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8 L/yr - ₹16.8 L/yr
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5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.4 L/yr - ₹15.8 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.3 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20.3 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹25 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Security Lead

Risk Assessment Penetration Testing Cloud Security Vulnerability Management Security Monitoring

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

Senior Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

3.0

• posted on 26 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant have lot of job opportunities and provide nice pay according to market standards. People working in cognizant can switch to other technology and work on it.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Hikes are very less when compare to other companies. Due to internal politics talented people efforts are recognised.

Skill development - Poor

+3 more

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant has strong capebilities in delivering technology services with a robust support. People are satisfied working here but since past couple of years company has not given ample opportunitiesto employees in terms of growth and compensastion

Work satisfaction - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

Promotions - Poor

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 Nov 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Stability is good. Though in the ongoing global recession, many of my co-workers had to leave projects because of project ramp down and did not get any other projects. Instead of recruiting employees from bench in other projects they are hiring more from people outside.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Appraisal is bad. So joining with low salary does not help much in the long run, better to switch.

Salary - Poor

+1 more

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Nov 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Long term projects but mainly support projects. Flexible work timings On time salary and some increment every year Scope to show case your skills

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Every time you have search for the projects once your current project ramp down

Job security - Poor

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Cognizant Security Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Security Lead at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Security Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 8 years).

The top 10% of Security Lead at Cognizant earn more than ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹25.0 Lakhs per year. Security Lead 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 4 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Security Lead at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Security Lead at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,10,253 to ₹1,13,306 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 8 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 4 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 Security Lead at Cognizant ?

To be a Security Lead at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

- Risk Assessment
- Penetration Testing
- Cloud Security
- Vulnerability Management
- Security Monitoring

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 Security Lead in India?

IBM	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹11.2 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹19.1 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 Security Lead in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

The salary of a Security Lead at companies similar to Cognizant in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

HCLTech	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹21.5 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹21.4 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹10.0 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 Security Lead at Cognizant in India?

The salary growth for a Security Lead at Cognizant depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Security Lead can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience	Average Salary Range
3 years	₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹8.1 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹16.8 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹12.4 Lakhs to ₹15.8 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Security Lead salary in India ranges between ₹8 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 4 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.