• Senior Security Engineer - PAM

    ThermoFisher Scientific (Frederick, MD)


    Work Schedule

     

    Standard (Mon-Fri)

     

    Environmental Conditions

     

    Office

    Job Description

    About the Role

     

    As a Senior Security Engineer - PAM at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. in Frederick, you'll play a key role in crafting our PAM strategy, driving global transformation.

    Position Overview

    In this role, you will serve as the main authority on PAM initiatives, coordinating objectives as a driving force of spirit for the team. You will mentor team members, represent PAM initiatives across multi-functional projects, and challenge existing practices to drive cultural change.

    Key Responsibilities

    Strategic PAM Leadership & SME Functions

    + Own and drive PAM strategy for enterprise-wide privileged access domains

    + Serve as primary SME for PAM tooling optimization and secrets hardening

    + Develop and implement annual PAM objectives aligned with organizational goals

    + Lead multi-functional PAM initiatives and represent the team in enterprise-wide projects

    + Embody team strategy development for PAM functional areas

    Transformation & Organizational Change

    + Function as an internal PAM transformation consultant

    + Challenge existing paradigms around secrets management

    + Develop strategic leverage points to drive adoption of PAM procedures

    + Build compelling arguments for PAM investments

    + Design strategies to overcome project resistance

    Technical Operations & Automation

    + Architect and implement PAM solutions

    + Implement telemetry to evaluate PAM program efficiency

    + Craft and maintain enterprise-level privileged access controls

    + Drive automation initiatives for PAM tasks and compliance reporting

    + Lead comprehensive risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies

    Leadership & Mentorship

    + Train and mentor team members on standard methodologies for PAM

    + Lead team operations during leadership absence

    + Evaluate and challenge PAM initiatives and projects

    + Provide technical mentorship to peers and junior staff

    Communication & Collaborator Management

    + Simplify PAM concepts for non-technical audiences

    + Develop and present PAM materials to executive leadership

    + Build strong multi-functional relationships across IT and business units

    + Proactively communicate PAM posture updates

    Required Qualifications

    Education & Certifications

    + Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field

    + PAM certifications required: CyberArk Certified Delivery Engineer, BeyondTrust Certified Professional

    + Additional security certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, GSEC

    Experience

    + 6+ years of enterprise security experience passionate about PAM

    + 4+ years of hands-on PAM operations experience in large-scale environments

    + 3+ years of demonstrated leadership in PAM implementations

    + Proven track record of driving PAM process improvements

    Technical Skills

    + Expert-level knowledge of PAM principles and frameworks

    + Proficiency in PAM platforms and automation

    + Experience with directory services and identity management

    + Ability to architect tool-agnostic PAM solutions

    + Experience with cloud PAM and DevOps integration

     

    What We Offer

     

    Join our organization and orchestrate PAM transformation across our global enterprise. Drive significant impact in privileged access security while developing innovative solutions. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, leadership development opportunities, and the chance to become the shining light of PAM excellence!

     

    Compensation and Benefits

     

    The salary range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $143,000.00–$214,475.00.

     

    This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

     

    + A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

    + Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

    + At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

    + Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

    + Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

     

    For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

     

    Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.