**Work Schedule** First Shift (Days) **Environmental Conditions** Office **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 initiatives + Serve as primary SME for PAM tooling optimization, secrets hardening, and enterprise-scale deployment across massive secret volumes + Develop and implement annual PAM objectives aligned with organizational PMD goals, focusing on automation and efficiency in secrets management + Lead cross-functional PAM initiatives and represent the team in enterprise-wide security projects + Contribute 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 secrets + Challenge existing paradigms around secrets management and drive cultural change away from legacy practices toward standard methodologies + Develop strategic leverage points to drive organizational adoption of proper PAM procedures across the massive enterprise secret landscape + Build persuasive cases for PAM investments and reinforcing security measures + Design 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 control + Establish metrics to track PAM program effectiveness, secrets rotation compliance, and organizational maturity + Design and maintain enterprise-level privileged access controls and automated secrets management solutions + Drive automation initiatives for recurring PAM tasks, secrets rotation, and compliance reporting + Lead 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 security + Manage team operations during leadership absence as needed + Evaluate and challenge PAM initiatives, projects, and strategic direction within the organization + Provide 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 meetings + Identify and prioritize critical areas for privileged access enhancement and secrets management advancement + Lead full execution of process improvement initiatives from conception to implementation + Develop 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 leadership + Develop and present PAM materials and strategic recommendations to team leadership + Build and own strong cross-functional relationships across IT, business units, and compliance teams + Proactively 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 assessments + Engage in continuous learning through industry forums, professional development, and PAM certification programs + Volunteer 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 credentials + Additional 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 hardening + 4+ years of hands-on PAM operations experience in large-scale enterprise environments with massive secret volumes + 3+ years of demonstrated leadership in complex PAM implementations and organizational change initiatives + Proven 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 frameworks + Advanced proficiency in enterprise PAM platforms (Secret Server, CyberArk, BeyondTrust) and secrets rotation automation + Strong experience with directory services, enterprise authentication systems, and identity management integration + Demonstrated ability to architect tool-agnostic PAM solutions and manage technology transitions + Experience 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 authority + Critical thinking and problem-solving with ability to identify leverage points for PAM transformation + Strong consulting and advisory skills with experience challenging existing privileged access practices + Excellent communication abilities with capability to present complex PAM concepts to executive audiences + Proven mentorship and training capabilities with track record of developing PAM teams + Cultural 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 environments + Experience with regulatory compliance requirements (SOX, PCI DSS, HIPAA) related to privileged access management + Knowledge of threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies for PAM and secrets management + Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and automated PAM integration in CI/CD pipelines + Understanding 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! Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.