Sr. PAM Engineer

TEKsystems; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Job summary

TEKsystems in Chicago, IL seeks an expert PAM Architect to lead strategy, architecture and execution of privileged access management initiatives. You will define access controls, entitlements and policy management while shaping the future PAM foundation to enforce least privilege.

You will collaborate across teams, drive design sessions, and monitor platform health with hands-on implementation and automation focus in a hybrid Chicago setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
• 6+ years of Privileged Access Management (PAM) or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish strategy, architecture and drive execution of PAM technologies.
• Define access control, entitlements and user access policy management.
• Translate requirements into detailed technical designs and lead design sessions.
• Build a PAM foundation enforcing least privilege in a transparent way.
• Monitor health of PAM platform, perform routine maintenance and resolve issues.
• Collaborate across functions to improve IAM solutions and compliance.

Skills

Cyberark

Education

High School or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Related

Job description

Essential Responsibilities

Establish strategy, architecture, design and drive the execution of PAM technologies. Identify the tools and techniques to translate needs and future goals into a plan that will enable secure and effective solutions. Develop and execute overall project plan and timelines for key deliverables. Define access control, user entitlements, and user access policy management. Translate requirements into detailed technical designs and lead design sessions. Build and design a PAM foundation to enforce the least privilege in a transparent way and identify opportunities for improvements. Work across functions to improve IAM solutions to enhance compliance requirements and best practices. Develop documentation to support ongoing PAM solution operations, maintenance and specific problem resolution. Apply expertise in the installation and configuration of the PAM platform, including conducting routine solution maintenance, monitoring the health of the platform, and conducting monitoring. Identify and resolve challenges and issues that may impair the team's ability to meet strategic, business, and technical goals. Establish session isolation and controls for privileged identities including Privileged Access Workstations.

Education & Years of Experience

Minimum - High School or Equivalent

Preferred - 4 Year Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or Related

Minimum - 6 Years Privileged Access Management (PAM) or related

Skills

Cyberark

Top Skills Details

Cyberark

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Focus will be placed on architecture, solutioning, future-state design, and platform automation. Needs someone who can focus on maturity, not just operations.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85.00 - $95.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.