Lead CyberArk Security Engineer


Job Location:

McLean, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 13 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

  • Job ID: 1047 (174274-BH)
  • Position: Lead CyberArk Security Engineer (Guru) - (13 yrs.)
  • Client: Freddie Mac
  • Location: Mclean VA / Plano TX (Onsite)
  • Duration: 3 Months (with possible extension)
  • Pay Rate: $90-$95/hr. on W2
  • Visa: USC & GC (Locals)
  • MOI: 2 rounds 1 onsite
Must Haves
  • Zero Trust / Just-In-Time
  • CyberArk SaaS solution
  • CyberArk SIA/SCA
  • Automation (development) experience
  • Infrastructure experience / hands-on
  • Self-hosted on-premises (on-prem)
  • Candidates must have worked with CyberArk in recent years
  • Candidates must have Lead experience and hands-on security engineering
  • Candidates must have held Lead-level positions in previous roles and understand this is a Lead position
  • 4 years PAM experience
  • Strong AWS experience (critical)
  • Experience with Ansible
  • Experience with Python
  • Experience with automation/orchestration
Preferred
  • CyberArk certifications
  • Exposure to AI/ML
Role Summary

Senior technical security lead to drive enterprise PAM modernization (AWS-first). Architecture-focused role leading technical direction across operations and engineering (no people management). Heavy emphasis on automation and security engineering - not operations GRC or audit.

Not a Fit
  • Pure operations backgrounds
  • Startup-only backgrounds
  • GRC/AppSec profiles
Deal Breakers
  • Must have real PAM leadership
  • Must have AWS architecture experience
  • Must have enterprise/regulatory environment exposure
  • Must be available for onsite work
Ideal Profile

Senior security engineer with strong PAM AWS experience who can lead modernization efforts and think architecturally.

Candidates Impact Technical Leadership and Engineering Management
  • Enhance endpoint security technology administration and monitoring
  • Balance technical and business requirements for privileged access management
  • Align design efforts with zero-trust strategies and architectural standards
  • Mentor team members for engagement and growth
  • Establish best practices for PAM and credential management systems
Continuous Process Improvement and Automation
  • Adopt an automation-first mindset
  • Identify and delegate tasks for efficiency gains and automation
  • Track project milestones and communicate with leadership using Jira
Engineering-Driven Compliance and Best Practices
  • Ensure solutions comply with regulatory requirements like NIST
  • Design scalable solutions for highly regulated environments
  • Assist with audits and ensure compliance with security standards
  • Develop proactive solutions to mitigate risks and protect against threats
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Embed security into solutions without compromising user experience
  • Evaluate select and implement new security technologies with senior leadership
Qualifications
  • 13 years of IT experience specializing in privileged access and credential management in large enterprises
  • Bachelors degree in IT engineering computer science or equivalent experience
  • 4 years of hands-on PAM experience credential management and privileged access
  • Expertise in Just-In-Time entitlements and zero-standing privileges
  • Knowledge of malware protection and endpoint technologies
  • Experience with identity lifecycle management tools
  • Familiarity with SEIM configuration and management
  • Proficient with Windows Linux databases and mainframes
  • Experience with PAM in hybrid/multi-cloud environments (AWS GCP Azure)
  • Knowledge of AWS security and CloudFormation Templates
  • Experience with firewalls VPNs and network segmentation
  • Familiarity with automation platforms like Ansible and Terraform
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for Windows and networking
  • Ability to prioritize work independently and provide clear updates
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Experience supporting encryption and security appliances
Keys to Success in this Role
  • Excellent collaborator and partner
  • Innovative and comfortable with change
  • Quickly grasp new technologies
  • Proactive with a focus on security and customer satisfaction
  • Enjoy tackling challenges with creative solutions
Job ID: 1047 (174274-BH) Position: Lead CyberArk Security Engineer (Guru) - (13 yrs.) Client: Freddie Mac Location: Mclean VA / Plano TX (Onsite) Duration: 3 Months (with possible extension) Pay Rate: $90-$95/hr. on W2 Visa: USC & GC (Locals) MOI: 2 rounds 1 onsite Must Haves Zero Tr...