CyberArk PAM Operations Engineer

Accenture Federal Services•Washington, DC

6d•$64,000 - $124,200

About The Position

The CyberArk PAM Operations Engineer ensures the stability, security, and continuous operation of the enterprise Privileged Access Management platform. This role focuses on daily platform administration, account onboarding, operational troubleshooting, and safeguarding privileged credentials across the organization. The engineer works closely with security, infrastructure, and application teams to enforce least‑privilege principles and maintain compliance. Strong hands‑on experience with CyberArk core components and a deep understanding of enterprise infrastructure are critical for success in this role. Attention to detail, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and a commitment to maintaining a secure credential ecosystem are essential.

Requirements

3+ years of hands‑on CyberArk PAM administration experience in an enterprise environment
Experience with Windows Server, Linux/Unix, Active Directory, and LDAP
Strong understanding of firewalls, load balancers, DNS, and TLS/SSL certificates
Ability to write functional scripts in PowerShell, Bash, or Python
Security+ or equivalent security certification
US Citizen (dual citizens accepted)
Active Secret Clearance

Nice To Haves

CyberArk Defender or Sentry certification
Strong verbal and written communication skills for guiding users and documenting procedures
Analytical mindset with strong troubleshooting skills for complex multi‑tier environments

Responsibilities

Monitor daily system health for Vault, PVWA, CPM, PSM, and PTA components
Execute routine patching, software upgrades, and backup verification
Manage Safe structures, user permissions, and Master Policy configurations
Maintain platform documentation, operational runbooks, and disaster recovery procedures
Onboard privileged accounts for operating systems, databases, network devices, and cloud environments
Configure platform policies and password rotation rules to ensure compliance
Integrate applications with CyberArk Secrets Manager or Application Identity Manager (AIM)
Automate operational tasks using PowerShell, Python, or CyberArk REST APIs
Resolve Tier 2/3 incidents related to credential rotation failures and connection issues
Support end‑users with access requests, dual‑control workflows, and technical troubleshooting
Audit privileged sessions and investigate anomalous activities with the SOC
Enforce least‑privilege principles across all corporate technical teams