CyberArk Architect (Contract)

KeyData Cyber • Dallas, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

At KeyData Cyber, we’re shaping the future of identity security. Recognized by Gartner and KuppingerCole as a leading IAM professional services firm, we specialize exclusively in designing, deploying, and managing end-to-end Identity and Access Management programs for organizations across North America. With 20 years of experience, 50M+ identities managed, and 1,000+ successful deployments, our team is our strongest asset and is built by design to help clients protect critical infrastructure, enable digital transformation, and ensure compliance with confidence. We deliver comprehensive solutions across IAM domains, including: Workforce IAM (Access Management, Identity Governance and Administration, Privileged Access Management) and Consumer IAM (Identity Verification, Authentication and Access, Threat Detection) in highly regulated industries. If you’re ready to grow your career alongside some of the industry’s best, come join us — you’re key to our success. As a CyberArk Architect, you will be a key member of our Delivery Services Team, responsible for designing, implementing, and advising on enterprise Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions. Working closely with clients, you will lead architecture discussions, define PAM strategies and governance frameworks, and guide the successful deployment of CyberArk solutions. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, consulting experience, and leadership skills to help organizations strengthen their privileged access security posture while mentoring and supporting delivery team members.

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive experience in PAM, cybersecurity, identity, or related security architecture roles, with strong experience designing and implementing enterprise PAM solutions
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or equivalent experience
• Hands-on experience with CyberArk or other PAM solutions
• 5+ years of experience designing PAM architectures and defining PAM strategy, governance frameworks, standards, and roadmaps
• 5+ years of experience in gathering PAM business requirements and developing technical design documents
• 5+ years of experience with defining PAM strategy and roadmaps for clients
• Experience with enterprise architecture, integrations, high availability, disaster recovery, and hybrid environments
• Strong understanding of least privilege, segregation of duties, privileged account lifecycle management, credential management, session monitoring, auditability, and security controls
• Experience with databases, LDAP and directory services, application servers, operating systems, and network infrastructure is a plus
• Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to solve complex problems while effectively communicating technical concepts
• Ability to translate complex technical and security architecture decisions into business impact, risk, cost, and delivery considerations

Nice To Haves

• Previous consulting or enterprise architecture experience
• CyberArk certifications, including Certified CyberArk Delivery Engineer (CDE)
• Experience with APIs, automation, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing
• Knowledge of threat modeling, security assessments, vulnerability management, and security/compliance frameworks
• Java or other programming language
• Industry certifications, including CISSP, CISM, CIA, etc.

Responsibilities

• Define PAM architecture, standards, strategy, and roadmap aligned with enterprise security and Zero Trust objectives
• Assess PAM environments and define target architectures, modernization priorities, and implementation roadmaps
• Design scalable PAM solutions, including architecture, integrations, security controls, and resiliency
• Define PAM governance, access models, privileged-account lifecycle, and least-privilege controls
• Lead architecture reviews, workshops, solution assurance, and technical design decisions
• Define integration and automation strategies across IAM, MFA, SIEM, ITSM, cloud, and DevOps platforms
• Identify and manage architecture risks, dependencies, security, compliance, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure solutions align with CyberArk standards, security baselines, and operational requirements
• Partner with technical and business stakeholders to drive architecture decisions and resolve complex issues
• Mentor engineers and architects and provide technical guidance and knowledge transfer

Benefits

• Extensive opportunities to advance your career through leading digital identity projects across North America
• Culture built on respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity for everyone

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior