Security Administrator (CyberArk SME)

FOR IMMEDIATE DETAILS ABOUT THIS POSITION, contact ANY of us direct, referencing the JOB# below:Recruiting Contacts:SHERRIE KRAUS:KIANA AREVALO:SUMIT KUMARJOANNE SMITH:E M A I L: We will NOT accept 3rd Party (C2C) Contractors Position:Security Administrator (CyberArk SME)JOB REF#:22298Duration:12+ Months (On-going Contract)Location:Torrance, CA 90501 (On-Site required)Rate:Open - Market Rate (W2 Only/H1 Transfer) LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY Calance is a 1st tier vendor with 20 consultants working on-site for this global client. Although this is a contract role, the average consultant has been on project between 5-7 years. Privileged Access Management (PAM) Subject Matter Expert (SME) will be the local expert on PAM across the North American region. Responsible for steering the direction of the tools, policies and procedures associated with PAM. Initially, time will be split between projects (new capability) and production support (operational support). As the SME, this person will be expected to consult with projects and divisions across the region and possible the globe regarding PAM policies and tools. Primary responsibility will be to ensure continuous operations of the CyberArk instance and secondary secret manager solution. As the PAM program matures, this person will play a key role in the selection and implementation of new tools and procedures Responsibilities Include: Perform user and access administration on designated systems and applications, in accordance with the defined policies, standards and procedures o Perform system security administration on designated technology platforms, including operating systems, applications and network security devices, in accordance with the defined policies, standards and procedures o, as well as with industry best practices and vendor guidelines. Perform installation and configuration management of security systems and applications, including policy assessment and compliance tools, network security appliances and host-based security systems. Perform threat and vulnerability assessments, in some cases followed by appropriate remedial action, to ensure that systems are protected from known and potential threats and are free from known vulnerabilities. Locate and repair security problems and failures. Collate security incident and event data to produce monthly exception and management reports. Perform normal and exceptional processing of user access and change requests, escalating such requests when appropriate. Report unresolved network security exposures, misuse of resources or noncompliance situations using defined escalation processes. Assist and train junior team members in the use of security tools, the preparation of security reports and the resolution of security issues. Develop and maintain documentation for security systems and procedures. Research, recommend, evaluate and implement information security solutions that identify and/or protect against potential threats, and respond to security violations. Provide guidance to junior members of the team. Privileged Access Management(PAM) SME- Ensure continuous operations of a CyberArk instance with over 1,000 users- Administer the secure password management solution for all of the North American region- Guide future enhancements and capability for the PAM program- Advise projects and company divisions on the capabilities and requirements for the PAM program- Provide guidance and direct support to ongoing PAM improvement projects Understanding of in security subjects:- Knowledge of security policies and interprets policies- Understanding of a specific security application or tool and how it works- Ability to assess security safeguards- Ability to deal with threats and intermediate level incidents- Ability to deal with intrusions at a moderate threat level- Knowledge of information security principles, including risk assessment and management, threat and vulnerability management, incident response, and identity and access mgmt- Technical proficiency with security-related systems and applications, especially:- Experience in developing, documenting and maintaining security procedures.- Working technical knowledge of current systems' software, protocols and standards.REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: ALL work will be performed onsite in Torrance, CA no remote work is offered 5+ years of exp providing Security Administration, for Access Control and Privileged Access Mgmt (PAM) systems 3+ years providing CyberArk, Windows and IIS administration Experience selecting and implementation of new tools and procedures IAM (Identity and Access Mgmt) domain knowledge is required Experience dealing with threats, intermediate level incidents, and intrusions at a moderate threat Understand specific security application or tool and how it works and able to assess security safeguards Knowledge of Information Security Principles, such as risk assessment/management, threat/vulnerability management, incident response, and identity and access management. Knowledge of network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and associated network protocols and concepts. Strong knowledge of TCP/IP and network administration/protocols. Excellent written and verbal communication Must have a stable work history, working in a similar role Education: Bachelors in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field or equivalent work experience DESIRED SKILLS: CyberArk Certification Worked in large corporations Provided Unix, Mainframe, AS400 administrationCalance Consultant Benefits Offerings:- H1 Transfers/ processing offered (NO C2C)- EPO/PPO Medical Plan (Cigna)- HMO/PPO Dental programs (Cigna) - Vision - VSP (Vision Plan Summary) - 401K VOYA Retirement vesting program