- Design and Implementation
- Design and implement robust privileged access management frameworks and solutions in alignment with industry best practices and organizational policies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate PAM solutions with existing systems and applications.
- Ensure scalability, reliability, and security of PAM systems to support the organization's growth and evolving security requirements.
Management and Maintenance
- Manage and maintain PAM solutions, including regular updates, patching, and configuration changes.
- Monitor and analyze PAM system performance and logs to identify and mitigate potential security threats.
- Perform periodic reviews and audits of privileged accounts and access rights to ensure compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements.
Incident Response and Troubleshooting
- Respond to security incidents related to privileged access and provide timely and effective resolution.
- Investigate and troubleshoot issues with PAM systems and work with vendors and internal teams to resolve them.
- Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and procedures for privileged access-related incidents.
Training and Awareness
- Conduct training sessions and awareness programs for employees on the importance of privileged access management and best practices.
- Create and update documentation, including user guides, standard operating procedures, and policies related to PAM.
- Act as a subject matter expert and provide guidance to internal teams on PAM-related matters.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- At least 7 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on privileged access management or identity and access management.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desirable.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of PAM tools and technologies, such as CyberArk, and BeyondTrust
- Experience with identity and access management (IAM) solutions, including Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
- Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their security services.
- Understanding of security frameworks and standards, such as NIST, ISO 27001, and PCI-DSS.
Soft Skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented and able to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
