PAM Security Engineer

Job description

About the Role As a PAM Security Engineer, you will support the delivery and maintenance of Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions across the organization. You will work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to help secure access to critical systems and contribute to identity security initiatives. Responsibilities • Assist in the administration and support of PAM technologies, including account onboarding, password management, and secrets handling. • Collaborate with team members to support system patching, monitoring, and maintenance of PAM infrastructure. • Participate in implementing and documenting PAM integrations with various systems and platforms under guidance. • Contribute to the development and automation of routine administrative tasks using scripts and existing tools. • Work with senior engineers and the architecture team to support configuration, troubleshooting, and day-to-day operations of PAM tools. • Help support integration efforts with technologies such as ServiceNow, SailPoint, and other identity or API-based systems. • Maintain procedural documentation, inventories, and system diagrams related to PAM processes. • Monitor basic system alerts and performance indicators, escalating issues as appropriate. • Participate in team meetings and training sessions to build understanding of PAM strategy, tools, and cybersecurity best practices. Education & Preferred Qualifications • Bachelors Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). • Background working in a large IT organization with responsibility for supporting the technology and processes in the Privileged Access Management domain and controls program, preferably in a media services organization. • Exposure to scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) is a plus. • Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, including least privilege and Zero Trust. • 3-8 years of experience in PAM solutions such as CyberArk, Netwrix, Centrify, HashiCorp Vault, or BeyondTrust. • Demonstrates an understanding of how PAM integrates with common resources such as: • Windows • Mac • Linux/UNIX • VMware • Azure • SQL/Oracle/DB2 database systems • Network appliances • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence, persuade, and drive alignment across teams. • Experience with Service Life Cycle or Agile Frameworks. • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strong aptitude for research, critical thinking, and data-driven decision-making. • Skilled in clearly and concisely presenting findings, conclusions, and recommendations, with a consistent track record of delivering results and achieving strategic objectives. • Experience in developing automated solutions and processes using PowerShell for Windows and BASH for UNIX/Linux. Desired Characteristics • Motivated self-learner with knowledge of identity and access security. • Eager to grow in a technical role and take on new challenges. • Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to help others. • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills. • Ability to manage tasks and follow through in a fast-paced environment.