Test Analyst - CyberArk / IAM

Type: Contract (Inside IR35)

Domain: Privileged Access Management (PAM) / Identity & Access Management (IAM)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end testing of PAM/IAM solutions to ensure functionality, performance, and security.
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and security teams to understand business requirements and translate them into test cases.
• Design and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for both manual and automated testing.
• Conduct API testing using tools like Postman or SoapUI.
• Track and manage defects using tools like JIRA, ensuring timely resolution.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Provide input into CI/CD pipelines from a testing perspective, ensuring early detection of defects.

Key Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience in software testing, preferably in Privileged Access Management (PAM) or Identity & Access Management (IAM).
• Hands-on experience with PAM solutions such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea (Thycotic), or Microsoft PAM.
• Strong understanding of IAM principles, privileged account security, and least privilege access models.
• Experience in API testing using tools like Postman or SoapUI.
• Proficiency with test and defect management tools like JIRA.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Desirable:

• Experience in Agile environments (Scrum or Kanban).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices.
• Exposure to Cloud security testing (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Relevant certifications such as ISTQB, CISSP, CISM, or CyberArk Defender.
• Knowledge of security compliance standards like ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, or PCI-DSS.