Senior IAM Specialist - Privileged Access Management; PAM

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Subject Matter Expert (SME) in IBM Verify Privileged Access Management (PAM) to join our security team. This role focuses on secure management of privileged identities across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments, ensuring robust protection, compliance, and operational resilience.

• Lead the design, deployment, and configuration of IBM Security Verify PAM solutions.
• Implement privileged account lifecycle management including onboarding, vaulting, rotation, and de-provisioning.
• Configure and enforce session monitoring, recording, and access control policies.
• Integrate IBM Verify PAM with Active Directory/LDAP, cloud platforms, HR systems, and enterprise applications.
• Perform patching, version upgrades, and regular health checks for PAM infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot issues related to access control, vault integration, and platform onboarding.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, SOPs, and knowledge base articles.
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, compliance, and application teams to ensure alignment with enterprise governance and risk objectives.

• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience with IBM Verify Privileged Access Management.
• Proven expertise in privileged account onboarding, access policy design, and session management.
• Strong understanding of PAM architecture, security principles, and least privilege enforcement.
• Experience with directory services such as Active Directory and LDAP.
• Knowledge of API integrations and connector development.
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Power Shell, Python) and experience with REST APIs.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex, multi-vendor environments.
• Ability to create and maintain comprehensive technical and process documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Bachelor s Degree

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. However, to be considered for this position, you must meet the following criteria:

• Have the valid right to work in the UK (we are unable to provide visa sponsorship).
• Be a resident of the UK, having lived continuously in the UK for the last 10 years.
• Be eligible to hold or obtain UK Government security clearance.

• Experience with other PAM/IAM solutions such as Cyber Ark, Saviynt, or Beyond Trust.
• Certifications such as IBM Certified IAM Specialist or equivalent.
• Exposure to cloud IAM technologies (e.g., Azure Entra , AWS IAM, GCP IAM).
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, particularly in the context of IAM and PAM.