Identity and Access Management Engineer (Hybrid)

AbbVie

North Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

AbbVie seeks a BeyondTrust PAM Engineer to design, implement, and maintain privileged access security infrastructure across the enterprise.

You will manage BeyondTrust Password Safe and Privileged Remote Access, configure vaulting and session recording, and integrate with identity management systems.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 6+ years experience or Master's degree and 5+ years experience or PhD with no experience
Experience with BeyondTrust PAM 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 security architecture
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

Responsibilities

Deploy, configure, and maintain BeyondTrust Password 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
Integrate BeyondTrust solutions with existing identity management systems, directories, and security tools
Monitor system performance, availability, and security of BeyondTrust infrastructure
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
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
Create and maintain technical 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

Skills

BeyondTrust PAM

Windows admin

Linux admin

Active Directory

LDAP

Security frameworks

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Independent work

PAM concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Security

Master's degree in related field

Tools

BeyondTrust Password Safe

BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access

Endpoint Management

SIEM tools

PowerShell

Python scripting

SQL Server

Oracle/MySQL

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 at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Company Description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled BeyondTrust Privileged Access Management (PAM) Engineer to design, implement, and maintain our privileged access security infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing BeyondTrust solutions to protect critical systems and sensitive data by controlling and monitoring privileged user access across our enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

Implementation and Configuration

Deploy, configure, and maintain BeyondTrust Password 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
Integrate BeyondTrust solutions with existing identity management systems, directories, and security tools

Administration and Maintenance

Monitor system performance, availability, and security of BeyondTrust infrastructure
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 and maintain technical 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 BeyondTrust PAM 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 security architecture
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

BeyondTrust certified 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

The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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