PAM Cybersecurity Engineer

Caesars Entertainment is the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. They are seeking a skilled PAM Cybersecurity Engineer to manage advanced identity and access management solutions and lead strategic initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• As a system SME, provide guidance to broader Identity Access Management team
• Action on team goals and priorities, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and security initiatives
• Encourage knowledge-sharing and foster a culture of collaboration across the IAM and broader cybersecurity teams
• Define and drive the strategic direction of PAM practices and solutions across the organization
• Develop long-term plans for scaling IAM/PAM tools (Okta, CyberArk, SailPoint) to meet business and security needs
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align IAM strategies with broader enterprise security and IT initiatives
• Oversee the integration of IAM systems with other enterprise tools and platforms, ensuring alignment with security policies and compliance regulations
• Lead the configuration, maintenance, and enhancement of Okta Identity and Access Management platform
• Architect complex integrations between Okta and other cloud-based and on-premises systems, ensuring scalability and security
• Design and implement advanced workflows for user provisioning, de-provisioning, and MFA solutions
• Provide leadership in optimizing Okta for large-scale enterprise environments, ensuring high availability and performance
• Oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of CyberArk Privileged Access Management (PAM) practices across the organization
• Ensure the secure management of privileged accounts and access controls for critical systems and applications
• Lead efforts to develop and enforce access policies, monitor privileged access behavior, and audit access to sensitive resources
• Drive initiatives to ensure comprehensive session monitoring, recording, and reporting for compliance purposes
• Lead the administration and optimization of SailPoint Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) solutions, ensuring effective user lifecycle management and access governance
• Oversee the creation of role-based access controls (RBAC), user certifications, and periodic access reviews to support audit and compliance requirements
• Collaborate with risk management teams to develop strategies for reducing access-related risks
• Oversee and ensure the timely resolution of IAM-related tickets within ServiceNow or similar ticketing systems, ensuring compliance with SLAs
• Work with the IAM team to establish effective workflows for ticket management and resolution prioritization
• Identify process bottlenecks and optimize workflows for more efficient resolution of service requests and incidents
• Analyze ticket trends to proactively address recurring issues and improve IAM system reliability
• Work with IT, security, compliance, and business units to understand requirements and implement IAM solutions that align with the organization’s goals
• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for IAM issues and advise senior leadership on IAM-related risks, trends, and opportunities
• Present IAM reports and progress updates to senior executives and other stakeholders to ensure visibility and alignment with business objectives
• Lead the development of advanced reporting systems for tracking IAM system performance, access reviews, and compliance metrics
• Ensure that IAM solutions meet all relevant compliance and regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, NIST)
• Oversee the auditing of IAM systems and privileged accounts, and ensure that any findings are acted upon swiftly to mitigate risks
• Lead and manage IAM-related incidents and complex troubleshooting efforts, ensuring minimal disruption and quick resolution
• Drive post-incident reviews, analyzing root causes and implementing long-term solutions to prevent recurrence
• Work with other cybersecurity teams to address incidents involving unauthorized access or breaches related to IAM systems
• Continuously improve IAM processes and tools, identifying opportunities for automation, optimization, and innovation
• Evaluate and recommend new IAM technologies, tools, and best practices that could enhance the organization's security posture
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in IAM, PAM, and IGA, and integrate relevant advancements into the organization’s IAM strategy

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 7+ years of experience in administering IAM solutions (Okta, CyberArk, SailPoint), with at least 3 years in a lead or managerial role
• Strong understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) frameworks
• Extensive experience with Okta, CyberArk, and SailPoint in large enterprise environments
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring technical teams
• Expertise in ServiceNow or similar ticketing systems, with a focus on SLA management and process optimization
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, and NIST as they relate to IAM
• Strong technical skills in scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automation and integration of IAM systems
• Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior executives and technical teams