PAM Architect

Location: London/UK Wide

Please Note: Due to the nature of client work you will be undertaking, you will need to be willing to go through a Security Clearance process as part of this role, which requires 5+ years UK address history at the point of application.

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge.

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As a PAM Architect, you will:

• Architect and Design PAM Solutions: Develop and implement a robust Privileged Access Management (PAM) architecture tailored to the organization’s needs, including policies, processes, and tools for managing privileged accounts and access.
• Implementation: Lead the deployment and configuration of PAM solutions, such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, or other relevant technologies, ensuring they are properly integrated with existing IT infrastructure.
• Risk Assessment and Management: Conduct regular risk assessments related to privileged access, identifying potential security risks and vulnerabilities, and developing mitigation strategies.
• Governance and Compliance: Ensure that PAM solutions align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices, including SOX, GDPR, PCI-DSS, and HIPAA. Develop and enforce PAM policies and standards across the organization.

The following skills and experience are essential for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus.

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in IT security, with at least 3 years focused on Privileged Access Management.

• Proven experience with PAM solutions like CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Thycotic, etc.

• Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their specific PAM requirements.

Set yourself apart:

• Deep understanding of PAM principles and best practices.

• Strong knowledge of identity and access management (IAM), security frameworks, and regulatory requirements.

• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, etc.) for PAM tasks.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

• Strong communication and documentation skills.

What’s in it for you

At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!

Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there may be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries — powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. With 509,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at www.accenture.com

Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.

Closing Date for Applications: 31/12/2024

Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with 750,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. We are uniquely able to deliver tangible outcomes because of our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song. These capabilities, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com

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