Senior System Security and Information Assurance Engineer

Barbaricum is a rapidly growing government contractor providing leading-edge support to federal customers, with a particular focus on Defense and National Security mission sets. We leverage more than 17 years of support to stakeholders across the federal government, with established and growing capabilities across Intelligence, Analytics, Engineering, Mission Support, and Communications disciplines. Founded in 2008, our mission is to transform the way our customers approach constantly changing and complex problem sets by bringing to bear the latest in technology and the highest caliber of talent.

Headquartered in Washington, DC's historic Dupont Circle neighborhood, Barbaricum also has a corporate presence in Tampa, FL, Bedford, IN, and Dayton, OH, with team members across the United States and around the world. As a leader in our space, we partner with firms in the private sector, academic institutions, and industry associations with a goal of continually building our expertise and capabilities for the benefit of our employees and the customers we support. Through all of this, we have built a vibrant corporate culture diverse in expertise and perspectives with a focus on collaboration and innovation. Our teams are at the frontier of the Nation's most complex and rewarding challenges. Join our team.

The Senior PAM Engineer will play a critical role within Line of Effort 2, responsible for the deployment, integration, and operationalization of an enterprise-wide Privileged Access Management solution. This role focuses on eliminating standing privileges through credential vaulting, Just-In-Time (JIT) access enforcement, and integration with the broader Zero Trust ecosystem.

This position supports high-visibility, mission-critical aspects of the program and requires independent execution, deep technical expertise, and the ability to influence enterprise security outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the installation, configuration, and technical implementation of an enterprise Privileged Access Management (PAM) solution (Delinea-focused) across multiple network enclaves
• Discover, inventory, and onboard privileged user, administrator, and service accounts into a secure credential vault
• Design and enforce policies for Just-In-Time (JIT) access, session monitoring, and session recording to achieve zero standing privileges
• Develop scripts and API-based integrations between the PAM solution, Splunk SIEM, and Identity Governance (IGA) platforms
• Support RMF accreditation activities by developing Low-Level Design (LLD) documents, System Security Plans (SSPs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Support Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts through security control implementation and technical validation
• Lead enterprise rollout of PAM policies from pilot groups to full operational enforcement
• Collaborate with Zero Trust architects, identity teams, and cyber engineers to ensure alignment with enterprise security architecture

Required Qualifications:

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Master's degree (MA/MS) in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity, systems engineering, or information assurance
• Meets Cyber Engineer - Senior labor category requirements, including independent execution of all functional duties and support to mission-critical program elements
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security)
• Deep expertise in Privileged Access Management (PAM) architectures and Zero Standing Privilege concepts
• Hands-on experience implementing Just-In-Time (JIT) access workflows
• Experience integrating PAM solutions with Active Directory, SIEM platforms (Splunk), and Identity Governance (IGA) tools
• Experience producing technical documentation to support RMF and ATO processes (LLDs, SSPs, SOPs)
• Ability to lead or oversee the efforts of less senior staff as required by program needs

Desired Qualifications:

• Delinea Certified Administrator
• Experience supporting Zero Trust initiatives within DoD or Intelligence Community environments
• Scripting or automation experience to support PAM integration and operational efficiency
• Familiarity with classified enterprise network environments (NIPR, SIPR, TS)

EEO Commitment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.