Cognizant Security Operations Manager Salaries by 5 Employees (Updated 2025)

13 - 17 years exp.

₹22 Lakhs - ₹29 Lakhs

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50% more than the average Security Operations Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 13 - 17 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Security Operations Manager Salary 14 - 15 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹25 L/yr - ₹28.3 L/yr
IT & Information Security Security Operations Manager Salary 13 - 16 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22 L/yr - ₹28.3 L/yr
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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Security Operations Manager Salary 17 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹26.1 L/yr - ₹31.9 L/yr

Last Updated: 12 Feb 2025

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TCS Security Operations Manager Salary 8 - 10 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹18 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr 23% less
Wipro Security Operations Manager Salary 9 - 15 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr 38% less
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HCLTech Security Operations Manager Salary 7 - 16 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹25 L/yr - ₹28.5 L/yr 1% more
Accenture Security Operations Manager Salary 13 - 15 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹17 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr 22% less
Capgemini Security Operations Manager Salary 12 - 17 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr 14% less
IBM Security Operations Manager Salary 12 - 15 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹14.5 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr 26% less
NTT Security Operations Manager Salary 12 - 20 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹25 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr 18% more
DXC Technology Security Operations Manager Salary 1 - 15 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr 62% less
NTT Data Security Operations Manager Salary 17 - 21 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹32 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr 49% more

Security Operations Manager salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹22 Lakhs to ₹29 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 13 years to 17 years. Salary estimates are based on 5 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Security Operations Manager salaries

Last Updated: 12 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22 L/yr - ₹41.5 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.9 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
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15+ years (3 salaries)	₹11.2 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr

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Senior Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

3.0

• posted on 26 Jan 2025

4.0

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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

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

Skill development - Poor

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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

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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

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

Promotions - Poor

Team Lead in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 18 Dec 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Ample of learning opportunities if you are willing to take it. Good work life balance in general. Good culture. Leadership if open to hearing employees issues and support them as possible.

Skill development - Excellent

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Salary is lower compared to other firms.

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MNC benefits.

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Cognizant Security Operations Manager Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Security Operations Manager at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Security Operations Manager at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 13 years to 17 years).

The top 10% of Security Operations Manager at Cognizant earn more than ₹29.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹29.0 Lakhs per year. Security Operations Manager 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 5 Cognizant employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Security Operations Manager at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,65,470 to ₹1,71,815 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 13 years to 17 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 5 salaries received from various employees of Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Security Operations Manager in India?

NTT Data	₹32.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
NTT	₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹28.5 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 Operations Manager in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Capgemini	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹14.5 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 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 Operations Manager at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
13 years	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹41.5 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹9.9 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
15 years	₹11.2 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Security Operations Manager salary in India ranges between ₹22 Lakhs to ₹29 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 5 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.