PAM Engineer
A well-established financial organization is seeking a
Privileged Access Management (PAM) Engineer at the VP level to lead and support enterprise-wide PAM initiatives. This hands-on role is ideal for a security-focused technologist with experience in
Delinea (preferred),
CyberArk, or
BeyondTrust, and a strong understanding of identity and access management (IAM) principles.
Key Responsibilities- Configure, manage, and secure PAM platforms (Delinea, CyberArk, or BeyondTrust).
- Administer privileged access systems including account provisioning, password vaulting, session monitoring, and audit logging.
- Integrate PAM tools with enterprise systems such as SIEM, SSO, and IGA platforms.
- Respond to incidents, monitor for suspicious activity, and troubleshoot PAM-related issues.
- Take ownership of learning and certification if Delinea experience is not present.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.G., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) through regular audits and documentation.
- Collaborate with IT, infrastructure, and security teams to align PAM systems with broader security goals.
Required Skills & Experience- Hands-on experience with PAM technologies (Delinea preferred, CyberArk or BeyondTrust acceptable).
- Strong understanding of IAM, privileged access controls, and security protocols.
- Experience integrating PAM with platforms including Linux, Windows, Active Directory, hypervisors, storage, and network devices.
- Familiarity with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python is a plus).
- Solid troubleshooting and incident response capabilities.
- Knowledge of enterprise security frameworks and compliance requirements.
- Experience with IT infrastructure and directory services.
Preferred Qualifications- Certifications in PAM technologies (Delinea, CyberArk, BeyondTrust).
- Exposure to network, endpoint, or cloud security.
- Experience with SIEM, SSO, and IGA integrations.
- Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
Education- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).