Job Description
Type: Contract (Inside IR35)
Domain: Privileged Access Management (PAM) / Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Key Responsibilities
* Perform end-to-end testing of PAM/IAM solutions to ensure functionality, performance, and security.
* Collaborate with developers, product owners, and security teams to understand business requirements and translate them into test cases.
* Design and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for both manual and automated testing.
* Conduct API testing using tools like Postman or SoapUI.
* Track and manage defects using tools like JIRA, ensuring timely resolution.
* Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and contribute to continuous improvement.
* Provide input into CI/CD pipelines from a testing perspective, ensuring early detection of defects.
Key Skills & Experience
Essential:
* Proven experience in software testing, preferably in Privileged Access Management (PAM) or Identity & Access Management (IAM) .
* Hands-on experience with PAM solutions such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea (Thycotic), or Microsoft PAM .
* Strong understanding of IAM principles, privileged account security, and least privilege access models.
* Experience in API testing using tools like Postman or SoapUI .
* Proficiency with test and defect management tools like JIRA .
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
* Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Desirable:
* Experience in Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban).
* Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices.
* Exposure to Cloud security testing (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
* Relevant certifications such as ISTQB, CISSP, CISM, or CyberArk Defender .
* Knowledge of security compliance standards like ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, or PCI-DSS .