Full job descriptionCyberArk Secret Manager Engineer (AAM) (Freelance Contract) - CISO / IDAM | Hybrid Europe
Hybrid - 8 days per month onsite
Offices: Brussels, London, Amsterdam, or Paris
Contract Type
Freelance / Contract
Overview
We are supporting a leading global financial market infrastructure organisation within their CISO division, currently undergoing a major Privileged Access Management (PAM) transformation.
As part of this initiative, they are deploying CyberArk Secret Manager (Application Access Manager - AAM) across a complex enterprise environment.
This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role where you will take ownership of the end-to-end deployment, configuration, and integration of CyberArk Secret Manager components across both on-prem and cloud environments.
Key Responsibilities
*Deploy, configure, and integrate CyberArk Secret Manager (AAM) components:
*Credential Provider (CP)
*Central Credential Provider (CCP)
*Application Service Credential Provider (ASCP)
*Design and implement solutions for secure management of service and application accounts
*Integrate CyberArk with applications, middleware, databases, and enterprise systems
*Configure and manage Safes, platforms, and access control policies
*Ensure adherence to the principle of least privilege
*Automate processes using PowerShell, Bash, REST APIs, and Ansible
*Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration and authentication issues
*Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to enable secure-by-design practices
*Produce technical documentation, including architecture diagrams and runbooks
Required Experience
*Strong hands-on experience with CyberArk Secret Manager / AAM
*Proven experience implementing:
*CP, CCP, and ASCP components
*Solid background in CyberArk PAM administration:
*Safes, platforms, permissions, onboarding
*Experience integrating CyberArk with enterprise applications and systems
*Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Bash, REST APIs)
*Experience with Ansible automation
*Good understanding of Windows and Linux environments
*Solid knowledge of networking and security fundamentals
Key Attributes
*Able to work independently and take ownership of deliverables
*Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
*Comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
*Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Why Apply?
*Work on a large-scale CyberArk Secret Manager deployment
*Be part of a high-performing CISO / IDAM team
*Exposure to complex enterprise and financial services environments
*Flexible hybrid working model across multiple European locations
*Opportunity to drive automation and modern PAM practices


*Rates depend on experience and client requirements