Job Description
* Role: PAM Specialist (Privileged Access Management)
* Location: Abingdon, UK With Hybrid (2 to 3 Days / Week onsite)
* Contract: Contract | InsideIR35 | 6 months (possible and likely extension)
Overview:The Client is seeking a PAM (Privileged Access Management) Specialist to implement, configure, and manage the BeyondTrust PAM platform. The role is technically focused, requiring hands-on experience with BeyondTrust tools to secure privileged accounts, manage credentials, monitor sessions, and enforce least privilege policies. The specialist will collaborate with infrastructure, applications, and security teams to maintain a robust PAM environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Implement and configure BeyondTrust Password Safe and Privileged Remote Access
* Automate password rotation and manage privileged account workflows
* Record, monitor, and manage privileged sessions
* Onboard servers, network devices, and applications to PAM
* Discover and vault service/application/shared accounts
* Configure session proxies, Just-in-Time access, and break-glass procedures
* Integrate PAM with SIEM and Active Directory/Entra ID
* Manage upgrades, patches, and troubleshoot platform issues
* Maintain documentation, policies, and runbooks
* Support audit and compliance reporting
Essential Requirements:
* Hands-on PAM implementation and management experience
* Privileged Remote Access expertise
* Credential vaulting, password rotation, and session monitoring experience
* Onboarding Windows, Linux/Unix, and network devices to PAM
* Knowledge of AD privileged accounts and SIEM integration
* Understanding of ISO 27001/NIST CSF frameworks
* Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills
Desirable:
* Degree in InfoSec, CS, or STEM
* Beyond Trust certifications
* Experience with other PAM platforms (CyberArk, Delinea)
* Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python)
* Database privileged access experience
* Public sector or critical infrastructure experience
* Knowledge of OT/ICS environments
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