PAM Specialist - £400 P/D (Inside IR35) - 5 Month Contract - Hybrid 2/3 Days in Oxford - BPSS Required
We are seeking an experienced Privileged Access Management (PAM) Specialist to join a major UK government research organisation on a long‑term programme of work. This is a hands‑on technical role focused on designing, implementing, and managing enterprise‑grade PAM solutions to secure privileged access across complex infrastructure. You will play a key role in strengthening identity security, ensuring robust credential protection, and supporting the organisation's wider cyber security strategy.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement, configure, and manage enterprise PAM toolkits.
* Configure and support Privileged Remote Access solutions.
* Manage credential vaulting, automated password rotation, and check‑in/check‑out workflows.
* Configure and maintain session monitoring and recording.
* Support discovery, onboarding, and lifecycle management for service accounts.
* Onboard Windows, Linux/Unix, and network devices into PAM platforms.
* Manage privileged account controls within Active Directory.
* Integrate PAM solutions with SIEM tools for event ingestion, correlation, and alerting.
* Troubleshoot connector, policy, and session issues.
* Produce high‑quality technical documentation and runbooks.
Essential Experience
* Proven hands‑on experience deploying and managing PAM solutions.
* Strong knowledge of Privileged Remote Access technologies.
* Expertise in credential vaulting and password lifecycle automation.
* Experience configuring privileged session recording/monitoring.
* Familiarity with service account discovery and automated governance.
* Experience onboarding multi‑platform systems (Windows/Linux/network devices).
* Understanding of AD privileged identity management.
* Experience with SIEM integrations for PAM audit logging.
* Working knowledge of ISO 27001 and NIST CSF.
* Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
* Excellent documentation capability.
* Eligible for SC clearance.
Desirable Skills
* Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related field.
* Certifications in BeyondTrust (Password Safe, Privileged Remote Access).
* Experience with BeyondTrust EPM, CyberArk, or Delinea.
* Scripting skills in PowerShell or Python.
* Experience securing privileged access to databases (SQL Server, Oracle).
* Familiarity with ITSM/change control processes.
* Previous work within public sector or critical national infrastructure.
* Understanding of OT/ICS environments.
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