Security Engineer

Security Engineer (PAM / IAM Admin)

responsible for implementing and managing PAM / IAM solutions, handling privileged accounts lifecycle, credential vaulting, session monitoring, MFA integration, directory services integration (AD / LDAP / Azure AD), workflow automation, and ensuring compliance.

Overview Security Engineer role focusing on Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Identity and Access Management (IAM) administration.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage a comprehensive

PAM strategy

to protect sensitive organizational data.

Perform

privileged account onboarding and discovery

to ensure all privileged accounts are identified and securely managed.

Administer the

credential vault , ensuring secrets management and lifecycle governance.

Execute scheduled

password and credential rotations

in line with organizational and regulatory requirements.

Implement and oversee

privileged session monitoring and recording

to safeguard against misuse and ensure accountability.

Lead the

integration of PAM / IAM solutions with directory services

(Active Directory, LDAP, Azure AD).

Configure and optimize

MFA solutions

to strengthen privileged account security.

Manage

identity lifecycle processes , ensuring timely provisioning, deprovisioning, and modifications.

Develop and automate

access request workflows

to streamline secure access management.

Facilitate

identity synchronization, aggregation, and reconciliation

across multiple systems.

Collaborate with security, compliance, and IT teams to align PAM / IAM initiatives with organizational security goals.

Conduct regular

audits and assessments

to ensure compliance with security frameworks and regulations.

Deliver

training and support

to users on PAM / IAM policies and best practices.

Stay current with

emerging PAM / IAM technologies and evolving threat landscapes

to continuously enhance security posture.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of experience in

Security Engineering

with a focus on PAM / IAM.

Hands-on experience in

PAM product implementation and administration

(e.g., CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Thycotic).

Strong knowledge of

credential vaulting, secrets management

and

password / credential rotation practices .

Experience with

privileged session monitoring and recording .

Background in

identity lifecycle management

(provisioning, deprovisioning, modifications).

Expertise in

multi-factor authentication (MFA)

solutions for privileged accounts.

Skilled in

workflow automation

and the development of

access request workflows .

Familiarity with

identity synchronization, aggregation, and reconciliation

processes.

Strong understanding of

security compliance standards and regulations

(e.g., NIST, ISO, NCA).

Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate across cross-functional groups.

Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills (including user training).

Relevant certifications such as

CISSP or CISM

are preferred.

PAM / IAM Skills / Functions

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Privileged account onboarding / discovery

Credential Vault / Password Vault / Secrets Management

Password Rotation / Credential Rotation

Privileged Session Monitoring / Session Recording

Vault administration and credential lifecycle management

Integration with directory services (Active Directory, LDAP, Azure AD)

MFA integration with privileged accounts

Identity lifecycle management (Provisioning, Deprovisioning, Modification)

Workflow Automation / Access Request Workflows

Identity Synchronization / Aggregation / Reconciliation

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology, Administrative, and Engineering

Industries

Computer and Network Security

Securities and Commodity Exchanges

IT Services and IT Consulting

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