Lead CyberArk Security Engineer

• Job ID: 1047 (174274-BH)
• Position: Lead CyberArk Security Engineer (Guru) - (13+ yrs.)
• Client: Freddie Mac
• Location: Mclean, VA / Plano, TX (Onsite)
• Duration: 3+ Months (with possible extension)
• Pay Rate: $90-$95/hr. on W2
• Visa: & (Locals)
• MOI: 2 rounds 1 onsite

Must Haves

• Zero Trust / Just-In-Time
• CyberArk SaaS solution
• CyberArk SIA/SCA
• Automation (development) experience
• Infrastructure experience / hands-on
• Self-hosted on-premises (on-prem)
• Candidates must have worked with CyberArk in recent years
• Candidates must have Lead experience and hands-on security engineering
• Candidates must have held Lead-level positions in previous roles and understand this is a Lead position
• 4+ years PAM experience
• Strong AWS experience (critical)
• Experience with Ansible
• Experience with Python
• Experience with automation/orchestration

Preferred

• CyberArk certifications
• Exposure to AI/ML

Role Summary

Senior technical security lead to drive enterprise PAM modernization (AWS-first). Architecture-focused role, leading technical direction across operations and engineering (no people management). Heavy emphasis on automation and security engineering not operations, GRC, or audit.

Not a Fit

• Pure operations backgrounds
• Startup-only backgrounds
• GRC/AppSec profiles

Deal Breakers

• Must have real PAM leadership
• Must have AWS architecture experience
• Must have enterprise/regulatory environment exposure
• Must be available for onsite work

Ideal Profile

Senior security engineer with strong PAM + AWS experience who can lead modernization efforts and think architecturally.

Candidate s Impact Technical Leadership and Engineering Management

• Enhance endpoint security technology administration and monitoring
• Balance technical and business requirements for privileged access management
• Align design efforts with zero-trust strategies and architectural standards
• Mentor team members for engagement and growth
• Establish best practices for PAM and credential management systems

Continuous Process Improvement and Automation

• Adopt an automation-first mindset
• Identify and delegate tasks for efficiency gains and automation
• Track project milestones and communicate with leadership using Jira

Engineering-Driven Compliance and Best Practices

• Ensure solutions comply with regulatory requirements like NIST
• Design scalable solutions for highly regulated environments
• Assist with audits and ensure compliance with security standards
• Develop proactive solutions to mitigate risks and protect against threats

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Embed security into solutions without compromising user experience
• Evaluate, select, and implement new security technologies with senior leadership

Qualifications

• 13+ years of IT experience, specializing in privileged access and credential management in large enterprises
• Bachelor s degree in IT, engineering, computer science, or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of hands-on PAM experience, credential management, and privileged access
• Expertise in Just-In-Time entitlements and zero-standing privileges
• Knowledge of malware protection and endpoint technologies
• Experience with identity lifecycle management tools
• Familiarity with SEIM configuration and management
• Proficient with Windows, Linux, databases, and mainframes
• Experience with PAM in hybrid/multi-cloud environments (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, Azure)
• Knowledge of AWS security and CloudFormation Templates
• Experience with firewalls, VPNs, and network segmentation
• Familiarity with automation platforms like Ansible and Terraform
• Strong troubleshooting skills for Windows and networking
• Ability to prioritize work independently and provide clear updates
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Experience supporting encryption and security appliances

Keys to Success in this Role

• Excellent collaborator and partner
• Innovative and comfortable with change
• Quickly grasp new technologies
• Proactive with a focus on security and customer satisfaction
• Enjoy tackling challenges with creative solutions