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Job Description

Position Overview

Lead privileged access management transformation as a Sr IT Security Engineer - PAM at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. in Bengaluru. Operate independently, manage complex PAM objectives, develop leverage points, mentor team members, and represent PAM initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic PAM Leadership & SME Functions

Own and drive PAM strategy for enterprise-wide privileged access domains and secrets management initiativesServe as primary SME for PAM tooling optimization, secrets hardening, and enterprise-scale deployment across massive secret volumesDevelop and implement annual PAM objectives aligned with organizational PMD goals, focusing on automation and efficiency in secrets managementLead cross-functional PAM initiatives and represent the team in enterprise-wide security projectsContribute to team strategy development for owned PAM functional areas and privileged access products

Transformation & Change Management

Function as an internal PAM transformation consultant for privileged access practices, identifying systemic issues with poorly maintained elevated secretsChallenge existing paradigms around secrets management and drive cultural change away from legacy practices toward standard methodologiesDevelop strategic leverage points to drive organizational adoption of proper PAM procedures across the massive enterprise secret landscapeBuild persuasive cases for PAM investments and reinforcing security measuresDesign change management strategies that overcome resistance to PAM improvements and embed security-first thinking

Advanced Technical Operations & Automation

Architect and implement complex PAM solutions for enterprise-wide secrets management and privileged access controlEstablish metrics to track PAM program effectiveness, secrets rotation compliance, and organizational maturityDesign and maintain enterprise-level privileged access controls and automated secrets management solutionsDrive automation initiatives for recurring PAM tasks, secrets rotation, and compliance reportingLead comprehensive risk assessments for privileged access environments and develop mitigation strategies

Leadership & Mentorship

Train and mentor team members on PAM standard methodologies, secrets management technologies, and privileged access securityManage team operations during leadership absence as neededEvaluate and challenge PAM initiatives, projects, and strategic direction within the organizationProvide technical guidance to peers and junior staff on complex PAM implementations and secrets hardening

Process Improvement & Innovation

Function as SME for PAM process improvement activities and optimization meetingsIdentify and prioritize critical areas for privileged access enhancement and secrets management advancementLead full execution of process improvement initiatives from conception to implementationDevelop and maintain comprehensive PAM documentation, policies, and standards for massive secret volumes

Communication & Collaborator Coordination

Simplify complex PAM concepts for non-technical audiences and executive leadershipDevelop and present PAM materials and strategic recommendations to team leadershipBuild and own strong cross-functional relationships across IT, business units, and compliance teamsProactively communicate PAM posture updates and collaborate with business collaborators on privileged access requirements

Professional Development & Recruitment

Participate in interview processes for junior PAM roles and provide technical assessmentsEngage in continuous learning through industry forums, professional development, and PAM certification programsVolunteer for company-wide initiatives supporting organizational mission and values

Required Qualifications

Education & Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (equivalent experience accepted)Advanced PAM certifications required: CyberArk Certified Delivery Engineer, BeyondTrust Certified Professional, or equivalent enterprise PAM credentialsAdditional security certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, GSEC, or similar advanced security certifications

Experience

6+ years of enterprise security experience with focus on privileged access management and secrets hardening4+ years of hands-on PAM operations experience in large-scale enterprise environments with massive secret volumes3+ years of demonstrated leadership in complex PAM implementations and organizational change initiativesProven track record of challenging status quo and driving PAM process improvements in large organizations

Technical Skills

Expert-level knowledge of PAM principles, secrets management, and privileged access security frameworksAdvanced proficiency in enterprise PAM platforms (Secret Server, CyberArk, BeyondTrust) and secrets rotation automationStrong experience with directory services, enterprise authentication systems, and identity management integrationDemonstrated ability to architect tool-agnostic PAM solutions and manage technology transitionsExperience with cloud PAM, DevOps secrets integration, and infrastructure automation for privileged access

Leadership & Consulting Skills

Exceptional influence and persuasion abilities with track record of driving PAM change without direct authorityCritical thinking and problem-solving with ability to identify leverage points for PAM transformationStrong consulting and advisory skills with experience challenging existing privileged access practicesExcellent communication abilities with capability to present complex PAM concepts to executive audiencesProven mentorship and training capabilities with track record of developing PAM teamsCultural change leadership with experience overcoming organizational resistance to PAM improvements

Specialized Competencies

Deep understanding of threats to privileged accounts and credential security in large-scale environmentsExperience with regulatory compliance requirements (SOX, PCI DSS, HIPAA) related to privileged access managementKnowledge of threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies for PAM and secrets managementFamiliarity with DevSecOps practices and automated PAM integration in CI/CD pipelinesUnderstanding of zero trust architecture principles and PAM implementation in zero trust frameworks

What We Offer

Become part of our elite organization and take charge of PAM transformation across our global enterprise. Drive significant impact in privileged access security by developing innovative solutions for managing vast amounts of enterprise secrets. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, leadership development opportunities, and the chance to stand out as a PAM excellence leader!