PAM Specialist

PAM Specialist - £410P/D (Inside IR35) – 5 Month Contract – Hybrid 2/3 Days in Oxford – BPSS Required

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Privileged Access Management (PAM) Specialist to join a major UK government research organisation on a long‑term programme of work. This is a hands‑on technical role focused on designing, implementing, and managing enterprise‑grade PAM solutions to secure privileged access across complex infrastructure.

You will play a key role in strengthening identity security, ensuring robust credential protection, and supporting the organisation’s wider cyber security strategy.

Key Responsibilities

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• Implement, configure, and manage enterprise PAM toolkits.
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• Configure and support Privileged Remote Access solutions.
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• Manage credential vaulting, automated password rotation, and check-in/check-out workflows.
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• Configure and maintain session monitoring and recording.
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• Support discovery, onboarding, and lifecycle management for service accounts.
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• Onboard Windows, Linux/Unix, and network devices into PAM platforms.
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• Manage privileged account controls within Active Directory.
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• Integrate PAM solutions with SIEM tools for event ingestion, correlation, and alerting.
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• Troubleshoot connector, policy, and session issues.
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• Produce high-quality technical documentation and runbooks.
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Essential Experience

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• Proven hands-on experience deploying and managing PAM solutions.
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• Strong knowledge of Privileged Remote Access technologies.
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• Expertise in credential vaulting and password lifecycle automation.
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• Experience configuring privileged session recording/monitoring.
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• Familiarity with service account discovery and automated governance.
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• Experience onboarding multi‑platform systems (Windows/Linux/network devices).
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• Understanding of AD privileged identity management.
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• Experience with SIEM integrations for PAM audit logging.
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• Working knowledge of ISO 27001 and NIST CSF.
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• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
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• Excellent documentation capability.
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• Eligible for SC clearance.
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Desirable Skills

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• Degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related field.
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• Certifications in BeyondTrust (Password Safe, Privileged Remote Access).
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• Experience with BeyondTrust EPM, CyberArk, or Delinea.
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• Scripting skills in PowerShell or Python.
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• Experience securing privileged access to databases (SQL Server, Oracle).
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• Familiarity with ITSM/change control processes.
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• Previous work within public sector or critical national infrastructure.
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• Understanding of OT/ICS environments.
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PAM Specialist - £410P/D (Inside IR35) – 5 Month Contract – Hybrid 2/3 Days in Oxford – BPSS Required