BeyondTrust PAM Engineer: Privileged Access Expert

AbbVie Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a BeyondTrust Privileged Access Management engineer to design, implement, and maintain our privileged access security infrastructure. You will manage BeyondTrust Password Safe, Privileged Remote Access, and related components to protect critical systems and data across our enterprise.

Responsibilities include configuring vaulting, session recording, and rotation; integrating with identity management, performing access reviews, and generating audit reports.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PAM/identity security experience.
• Experience with BeyondTrust PAM solutions (Password Safe, Privileged Remote Access).
• Strong understanding of privileged access management concepts and security frameworks.
• Experience with Windows and Linux system administration.
• Knowledge of Active Directory, LDAP, and identity management systems.
• Familiarity with database administration (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL).
• Understanding of network protocols, firewalls, and security architecture.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain BeyondTrust PAM infrastructure.
• Configure password vaulting, session recording, and automated password rotation capabilities.
• Integrate BeyondTrust solutions with identity management systems and security tools.
• Monitor performance, availability, and security; provide Level 2/3 support.
• Develop privileged access governance, perform access reviews, and generate audit reports.

Skills

BeyondTrust PAM

Password Safe

Privileged Remote Access

Windows Admin

Linux Admin

Active Directory

LDAP

Security Fundamentals

SIEM & Logging

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in CS/Info Security

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

MySQL

Windows Server

Linux

Job description

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us atwww.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie onX,Facebook,Instagram,YouTube,LinkedInandTik Tok.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilledBeyondTrustPrivileged Access Management (PAM) Engineer to design, implement, andmaintainour privileged access security infrastructure. The successful candidate willbe responsible formanagingBeyondTrustsolutions to protect critical systems and sensitive data by controlling andmonitoringprivileged user access across our enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

Implementation and Configuration

• Deploy, configure, and maintainBeyondTrustPassword Safe, Privileged Remote Access,Endpoint Management

• Design and implement privileged access policies and workflows aligned with security best practices

• Configure password vaulting, session recording, and automated password rotation capabilities

• IntegrateBeyondTrustsolutions with existing identity management systems, directories, and security tools

Administration and Maintenance

• Monitor system performance, availability, and security ofBeyondTrustinfrastructure

• Perform regular system updates, patches, and maintenance activities

• Manage user accounts, groups, and access permissions within the PAM platform

• Troubleshoot technical issues and provide Level 2/3 support for PAM-related incidents

Security and Compliance

• Develop and enforce privileged access governance policies and procedures

• Conduct regular access reviews and audit privileged account usage

• Generate compliance reports for internal and external audits

• Implement security controls to prevent unauthorized privileged access

• Respond to security incidents involving privileged accounts

Documentation and Training

• Create andmaintaintechnical documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures

• Provide training and support to end users and IT staff on PAM best practices

• Document system configurations, integrations, and customizations

• Develop disaster recovery and business continuity procedures for PAM systems

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree and 6+ years of experience OR Masters Degree and 5+ years of experience OR PhD and no experience
• Experience with BeyondTrustPAM solutions (Password Safe, Privileged Remote Access, etc.)
• Strong understanding of privileged access management concepts and security frameworks
• Experience with Windows and Linux system administration
• Knowledge of Active Directory, LDAP, and identity management systems
• Familiarity with database administration (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL)
• Understanding of network protocols, firewalls, and securityarchitecture
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Preferred:

• BeyondTrustcertified professional credentials
• Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GSEC
• Knowledge of DevOps tools and practices (Ansible, PowerShell, Python scripting)
• Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments
• Experience with SIEM integration and log analysis
• Experience working in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, government)
• Knowledge of DevOps tools and practices (Ansible, PowerShell, Python scripting)
• Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments
• Experience with SIEM integration and log analysis

Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law:

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in thefuture.

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.

• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

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