Job Description
PAM Specialist (Privileged Access Management)
Culham (2-3 days onsite) Contract until 30/09/2026 (extension possible) £55/hour Umbrella Inside IR35
Overview
We're looking for an experienced Privileged Access Management (PAM) Specialist to support the implementation, optimisation, and ongoing management of PAM controls across a complex enterprise environment. This is a hands-on contract role requiring strong technical delivery capability across PAM tooling, privileged access governance, and security integration.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement and manage PAM solutions across enterprise systems
* Configure and support Privileged Remote Access
* Manage credential vaulting, password rotation, and access workflows
* Configure session recording, monitoring, and auditing
* Onboard servers, network devices, and platforms into PAM
* Manage service account discovery and lifecycle
* Integrate PAM with SIEM tools for logging and alerting
* Support Active Directory privileged account controls
* Troubleshoot PAM connectors, sessions, and access issues
* Produce clear technical documentation and runbooks
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven hands-on experience with PAM toolsets
* Strong knowledge of privileged access controls and security best practice
* Experience with:
o Windows Server and Linux/Unix environments
o Network device onboarding into PAM
o Credential vaulting and session management
* Understanding of ISO 27001 and/or NIST CSF
* Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
* Ability to obtain SC clearance
Desirable
* Experience with leading PAM platforms (e.g. BeyondTrust, CyberArk, Delinea)
* Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python)
* Knowledge of database privileged access (SQL Server, Oracle)
* Familiarity with ITSM and change processes
* Experience in regulated or high-security environments
* Exposure to OT/ICS environments
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