5+ years Information Security3+ years PAM program leadershipCyberArk / Delinea / NetwrixPAM strategy & architectureActive Directory / Entra ID / AzureWindows / Linux / Networking / DatabasesSecurity governance & risk managementTeam & cross-functional leadershipAgile methodologiesBachelor's in Information Systems / CSCISSP / CISM / CISAISO / NIST standards
Job Description
Pacific Life seeks an Identity and Access Management Manager to lead their Privileged Access Management (PAM) program. This role involves managing a team responsible for designing and implementing PAM capabilities, developing enterprise PAM strategy and roadmaps, establishing policies and governance, and serving as the subject matter expert for PAM-related decisions. The position requires 5+ years in information security with strong PAM platform experience (CyberArk, Delinea, Netwrix) and 3+ years managing enterprise PAM programs. Responsibilities include architecture design, automation implementation, risk management, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration with IT and business leaders.
Overview
Pacific Life is seeking a talented Identity and Access Management (IAM) Manager to lead the delivery of Privileged Access Management (PAM) products and capabilities supporting enterprise infrastructure and business line applications. This role involves developing PAM strategy and roadmaps, collaborating with IT leaders, and driving maturity across PAM products and capabilities.
Responsibilities
•Manage a team of professionals responsible for designing, configuring, and implementing PAM capabilities and enhancements
•Own and drive the enterprise PAM strategy and multi-year plan covering scan/discovery, remediation, lifecycle management, password rotation, password vaulting, and just in time administration
•Establish and maintain PAM policies, standards, procedures, and governance processes
•Serve as the primary escalation point and subject matter expert for PAM-related risks, issues, and decisions
•Provide technical leadership and oversight for PAM platforms and services, including CyberArk and related technologies
•Architect, design, develop, and troubleshoot PAM solutions including technical and architectural design documentation, recommendations, specifications, use cases, requirements, and test cases
•Create solutions that drive full automation, self-service, and resiliency
•Eliminate duplicative capabilities, reduce complexities, and leverage enterprise standards and industry best practices
•Define best practices and troubleshooting processes, methodologies, standards, alerts, and reporting from PAM platforms for operational monitoring
•Identify, manage, and remediate existing or future risks, issues, and roadblocks for timely delivery
•Partner with internal technical teams to ensure strategy and roadmaps are well understood and successfully implemented
•Lead change by acting as a change agent to inspire shared purpose, drive awareness, communications, documentation, and training
•Develop and implement program communications framework and metrics to keep stakeholders and colleagues informed
•Contribute to the development and maintenance of information security strategy and architecture
Required Experience
•5+ years of Information Security experience with a strong focus in PAM platforms such as CyberArk, Delinea, or Netwrix
•3+ years of experience leading or managing an enterprise PAM program or PAM engineering function
•Strong hands-on and leadership experience with CyberArk or another enterprise PAM platform
•Demonstrated experience designing and implementing enterprise privileged access strategies
•Detailed knowledge managing privileged accounts, service accounts, shared accounts, credentials, secrets, and privileged sessions
•Strong technical understanding of Active Directory, Entra ID/Azure, Windows, Linux, networking, databases, and enterprise infrastructure
•Experience with security governance, risk management, audit requirements, and security controls
•Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and complex cross-functional initiatives
•Strong communication, analytical, project management, and stakeholder management skills
•Experience with Agile methodologies and corresponding Agile-based tools
•Proven ability to influence and gain trust at senior management levels
Preferred Qualifications
•BA/BS in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field
•CISSP, CISM, CISA, or other relevant security certifications
•Knowledge of ISO and NIST security standards
Compensation
Base Pay Range: $152,010 - $185,790. Most employees are also eligible for additional incentive pay.
Benefits
•Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account
•Generous paid time off including Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
•Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance Program
•Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and additional contribution regardless of participation
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