PAM Security Architect

Compunnel Inc.; Roanoke (TX); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a mid-senior level professional to develop and drive PAM architecture strategy within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity architecture, focusing on PAM and secrets management with strong communication skills. This is a full-time position that offers a competitive salary ranging from $175,000 to $200,000.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture with expertise in PAM and secrets management.
• Proven track record architecting and deploying enterprise-scale PAM solutions.
• Hands-on experience with HashiCorp Vault and modern secrets management concepts.
• Strong knowledge of identity and access management (IAM) and privilege-based risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive a comprehensive PAM architecture strategy.
• Design and implement PAM solutions focusing on workload access controls.
• Architect and deploy secrets management solutions ensuring secure storage.
• Define and enforce PAM policies, standards, and procedures.

Skills

Cybersecurity architecture

Privileged Access Management (PAM)

Secrets management

Communication skills

Identity and access management (IAM)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

HashiCorp Vault

CyberArk

Delinea Secret Server

Microsoft Entra ID

Job description

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Key Responsibilities

• Develop and drive a comprehensive PAM architecture strategy aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Design and implement PAM solutions with a strong focus on workload access controls and secrets management.
• Architect and deploy secrets management solutions (e.g., HashiCorp Vault) ensuring secure storage, rotation, and lifecycle management of privileged credentials.
• Apply frameworks such as SPIFFE and SPIRE to build standardized, secure workload identities.
• Leverage PAM tools including CyberArk, Delinea Secret Server, HashiCorp Vault, and Microsoft Entra ID to enhance enterprise security.
• Define and enforce PAM policies, standards, and procedures that align with regulatory and organizational compliance.
• Assess PAM controls and recommend improvements to strengthen client security posture.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional partners to identify and mitigate privileged access risks.
• Stay current with emerging PAM and cybersecurity technologies to drive continuous improvement.

Required Experience & Skills

• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture, with expertise in PAM and secrets management.
• Proven track record architecting and deploying enterprise-scale PAM solutions.
• Hands‑on experience with HashiCorp Vault and modern secrets management concepts (ephemeral secrets, machine identity, key rotation).
• Strong knowledge of identity and access management (IAM) and privilege‑based risk mitigation.
• Familiarity with frameworks and standards such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, etc.
• Understanding of cloud architectures, including IAM for cloud services, SSDLC, encryption, and key management.
• Experience balancing build vs. buy PAM solution strategies.
• Excellent communication and consensus‑building skills, able to articulate complex technical topics to diverse audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).

Location: Dallas‑Fort Worth Metroplex

Salary: $175,000 – $200,000

Posted: 18 hours ago

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Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: IT Services and IT Consulting