PAM Technical Engineer – CyberArk Platform Onboarding
Location: Lausanne or Olten, Switzerland (up to 2 days/week remote)
Duration: Temporary contract until end of 2026
About the role
Our client is a major Swiss organisation currently expanding and maturing its Privileged Access Management programme. They are looking for a hands-on PAM Technical Engineer to accelerate the onboarding of systems and platforms into CyberArk Privilege Cloud.
Embedded within the cybersecurity team, this role offers the opportunity to work on a high-impact security initiative in a complex enterprise environment, with direct and immediate contribution from day one.
Responsibilities
Onboard servers, databases, cloud platforms, and applications into CyberArk Privilege Cloud
Discover and remediate unmanaged privileged accounts across the organisation
Configure password vaulting, credential rotation, and session management
Implement privileged account onboarding standards and internal procedures
Support PAM controls for Windows, Linux, databases, AWS and other platforms
Perform privileged account discovery and risk assessments
Requirements
Around 1 to 3+ years of experience implementing and operating Privileged Access Management solutions
Hands-on experience with CyberArk Privilege Cloud or CyberArk PAM — mandatory
Experience onboarding Windows, Linux, databases, and network devices into a PAM solution
Knowledge of privileged account governance and least privilege principles
Experience integrating PAM solutions with enterprise identity platforms
Strong troubleshooting and technical documentation skills
Fluent English required; German and/or French is an asset
Experience with PowerShell, scripting, or automation tools is a plus
Preferred background
We are particularly interested in candidates with experience onboarding databases, DevOps platforms, or service accounts into PAM, and a background in Cybersecurity, Identity & Access Management, or IT Infrastructure.
Previous experience as a PAM Engineer, CyberArk Engineer, Cybersecurity Engineer or in a similar hands-on PAM role would be highly valued.
- Department
- IT & Digital
- Remote status
- Hybrid
About Helvetic Payroll
Helvetic Payroll is the Swiss leading company in Payrolling, Talent Sourcing, and SubPayroll. Founded in 2010, Helvetic Payroll has grown into a trusted partner for companies and external consultants alike. We help simplify the way people work by offering modern, flexible employment solutions that support both businesses and talents in their daily challenges.