SC cleared PAM Engineer - inside IR35

An SC cleared PAM Engineer is required for an initial 3 month contract which is likely to extend. This is a hybrid role with 2 to 3 days on site in Wokingham and is inside IR35 so will require working via an FCSA accredited umbrella company.

Role Description:

Key Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, and manage PAM solutions (eg, CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea)
- Implement least privilege access models and enforce secure credential management
- Monitor and audit privileged access activities across systems and applications
- Integrate PAM tools with SIEM, IAM, and other security platforms
- Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and documentation for PAM operations
- Conduct regular access reviews, privilege audits, and risk assessments
- Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and Security teams to ensure seamless PAM integration
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for PAM-related issues
- Stay current with industry trends, threats, and best practices in access management

Required Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in PAM engineering or cybersecurity roles
- Proficiency with PAM tools such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, or Delinea
- Strong understanding of Active Directory, LDAP, and authentication protocols
- Experience with Scripting (PowerShell, Python) for automation and reporting
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR)
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant certifications (eg, CyberArk Defender, CISSP, CISM)
- Experience in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid infrastructures
- Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline integration

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.

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