CyberArk PAM Developer

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Cerebra Consulting Inc is a System Integrator and IT Services Solution provider with a focus on Big Data, Business Analytics, Cloud Solutions, Amazon Web Services, Salesforce, Oracle EBS, Peoplesoft, Hyperion, Oracle Configurator, Oracle CPQ, Oracle PLM and Custom Application Development. Utilizing solid business experience, industry-specific expertise, and proven methodologies, we consistently deliver measurable results for our customers. Cerebra has partnered with leading enterprise software companies and cloud providers such as Oracle, Salesforce, Amazon and able to leverage these partner relationships to deliver high-quality, end-to-end customer solutions that are targeted to the needs of each customer.

Job Title: Senior CyberArk PAM Developer

Location: Bethesda, MD (Initial 2 weeks remote then onsite)

Full time role

Key Responsibilities

• CyberArk PAM Development & Administration
• Install, configure, and administer CyberArk components: EPV, CPM, PVWA, PSM, PSMP, PTA, AIM, and ASCP.
• Manage and administer CyberArk Safes, policies, roles, and permissions across diverse systems (Windows, Linux, databases, and network devices).
• Perform CPM policy management and implement password upload utilities.
• Conduct compliance checks on CyberArk Safes, generating audit reports and alerts.
  
  

Custom Development & Integration

• Develop and maintain custom CyberArk connectors and plugins using Java, J2EE, and REST APIs.
• Build automation workflows for account onboarding, session management, and credential rotation using Java CyberArk SDK.
• Extend CyberArk functionality with PACLI, REST APIs, and custom scripts.
• Integrate CyberArk with enterprise IAM solutions (Okta, SailPoint, ForgeRock) and security tools (SIEM, MFA, SOAR).
  
  

Automation & Orchestration

• Leverage Python for log parsing, operational automation, and API integrations.
• Use Ansible to automate CyberArk deployments, onboarding, and patching workflows.
• Apply Puppet for enforcing standardized configurations and PAM-related system baselines across hybrid environments.
  
  

Architecture & Security Leadership

• Design and implement high-availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) strategies for PAM solutions.
• Collaborate with IAM, InfoSec, and business teams to align PAM with Zero Trust architectures.
• Act as technical lead for PAM-related projects, ensuring security best practices.
• Ensure compliance with PCI DSS, SOX, HIPAA, NIST 800-53, CMMC, and FedRAMP frameworks.
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Total Experience: 15 years in security/IAM/PAM.
• CyberArk: 8 years hands-on experience in implementation, migration, and development.
• Programming: Strong Java, J2EE, RDBMS, LDAP skills for custom connectors and plugins.
• Scripting/Automation: Proficiency in Python, PACLI, Ansible, Puppet.
• CyberArk Development: Expertise in developing/test/deploying custom connectors, plugins, and extensions.
• Strong knowledge of account onboarding, vaulting, and privileged policy configurations.
• Experience with unit, functional, and integration testing for CyberArk solutions.
• Exposure to API integrations with ServiceNow, Splunk, Qualys, and Ansible.
  
  

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field.
  
  

Required Certifications:

• CyberArk Defender