About Persistent
We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 18 of the Fortune 50 companies, 7 of the 10 top US banks, 9 of the 10 technology companies, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.
Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We have delivered 26 sequential quarters of growth with $487.6M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 7.8% Q-o-Q and 20.0% Y-o-Y. Our 29,500+ global team members, located in 21 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We received five awards at the ISG (Information Services Group) Provider Lens™ Awards 2026 and, for the second year in a row, were awarded the Growth Honor of the Year at the Everest Group Elevate 2026.
About Position:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Privileged Access Management (PAM) Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise-grade privileged access management solutions that secure administrative accounts and enforce robust access controls. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in protecting privileged credentials, reducing insider threats, ensuring regulatory compliance, and strengthening the organization's overall security posture. You will collaborate with infrastructure, security, IAM, and application teams to deliver secure privileged access across on-premises and cloud environments.
- Role: Senior PAM Engineer
- Location: Bengaluru
- Experience: 8 to 12 Years
- Job Type: Full Time Employment
What You'll Do:
- Design, deploy, configure, and support enterprise PAM solutions across the organization.
- Implement PAM platform components, connectors, integrations, and security policies.
- Onboard privileged, shared, service, application, and administrative accounts into the PAM platform.
- Configure password vaulting, password rotation, credential checkout, and automated account management processes.
- Implement privileged session management, session recording, monitoring, and audit controls.
- Establish least-privilege access models and secure privilege elevation workflows.
- Integrate PAM solutions with Active Directory, cloud platforms, operating systems, databases, network devices, and enterprise applications.
- Investigate and resolve PAM platform issues, access-related incidents, and onboarding challenges.
- Automate repetitive PAM administration, account onboarding, and operational activities using scripting and automation tools.
- Partner with Cyber Security, IAM, Infrastructure, and Compliance teams to strengthen privileged access controls.
- Support internal and external audits by providing evidence, reports, and technical documentation.
- Develop operational runbooks, architecture documents, and standard operating procedures for PAM environments.
- Monitor platform health, capacity, and performance while recommending continuous improvements.
Expertise You'll Bring:
- 8-12 years of experience in Privileged Access Management, Identity & Access Management, or Cybersecurity Engineering.
- Strong hands-on experience with enterprise PAM platforms such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea (Thycotic), One Identity Safeguard, or similar solutions.
- Deep understanding of privileged account lifecycle management, credential security, and access governance principles.
- Experience implementing password vaulting, session monitoring, privileged session recording, and just-in-time access controls.
- Strong knowledge of Active Directory, LDAP, Windows Server, Linux/Unix environments, databases, and cloud platforms.
- Experience integrating PAM solutions with enterprise applications, infrastructure systems, and security tools.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, SOX, PCI-DSS, and GDPR.
- Experience automating onboarding, provisioning, and administration activities using PowerShell, Python, REST APIs, or similar technologies.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills related to privileged access and authentication issues.
- Understanding of Zero Trust Security principles and privileged access risk management.
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional security, infrastructure, and application teams.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Relevant certifications such as CyberArk Defender/Guardian, BeyondTrust Certification, CISSP, CISM, Security+, or Microsoft Security certifications are highly desirable.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:
Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
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