Senior Cyber Security Specialist - Privileged Access Management (m/f/d)

Job Description Senior Cyber Security Specialist - Privileged Access Management (m/f/d) LOCATION COMPANY JOB FIELD JOB TYPE JOB ID FLEXIBLE WORK OPTIONS LOCATION COMPANY JOB FIELD JOB TYPE JOB ID FLEXIBLE WORK OPTIONS Apply now WELCOME TO BASF As part of Cyber Security Engineering – Identity & Access Management (IAM), you will take a key role in strengthening and evolving BASF’s Privileged Access Management (PAM) capabilities. You will work in a global, complex, and security-critical environment, ensuring secure and compliant privileged access across on-premise and cloud systems, while contributing to BASF’s transition towards Zero Trust and modern identity architectures. RESPONSIBILITIES Design, implement, and operate modern Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions, ensuring secure and scalable access across BASF. Take ownership of critical security platforms, including: PASS - Privileged Account Security Solution (CyberArk) EPM - Endpoint Privilege Management (CyberArk) MFA Solution RSA SecurID SSH Jump Servers Ensure platform stability, security, and compliance by managing the full system lifecycle across Windows and Linux environments (patching, maintenance, vulnerability remediation). Deliver high-quality, reliable services by driving testing, documentation, and knowledge sharing (e.g., Confluence, internal knowledge bases). Actively contribute to the evolution of BASF’s security services, aligning with strategic initiatives, industry trends, and emerging technologies. Lead or contribute to projects, such as cloud transformation and Zero Trust implementation. Drive innovation by integrating AI-supported capabilities (e.g., SIA, Copilot) into operational processes to enhance efficiency and automation Collaborate across a global ecosystem and act as a trusted advisor, translating business and security requirements into effective technical solutions (application owners, infrastructure teams, security functions, vendors, and partners). QUALIFICATIONS Degree in (Business) Informatics or a comparable IT qualification, combined with several years of hands-on experience in support or development environments. Strong analytical thinking, service-oriented mindset, and proactive problem solving skills, ideally complemented by solid project management capabilities. Practical experience with BASF’s ITSM and IAM-related tools (e.g., ServiceNow, AccessIT, AdminIT). Familiarity with modern collaboration and development environments such as Azure DevOps, Microsoft Teams, or AI-supported tools (e.g., Copilot, SIA), and affinity to adopt to new technologies. Fluent communication in English in an international environment with cross-functional teams. Experience with PAM tools is a plus (CyberArk, BeyondTrust or similar) Basic Python or scripting skills are a plus and support the ability to drive automation and innovation. WHAT WE OFFER A secure work environment because your health, safety and wellbeing is always our top priority. Flexible work schedule and Home-office options, so that you can balance your working life and private life. Learning and development opportunities 25 holiday days per year 5 additional days (readjustment) A collaborative, trustful and innovative work environment Being part of an international team and work in global projects Relocation assistance to Madrid provided At BASF, the chemistry is right Because we are counting on innovative solutions, sustainable actions, connected thinking and on you, become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.At BASF, we are committed to upholding and ensuring compliance with company standards related to quality, environment, health, safety, and energy, in line with our global guidelines.We actively promote a culture of prevention and continuous improvement, encouraging collaboration in initiatives related to quality, environmental protection, health, safety, and energy performance.We foster responsible energy use, promoting efficiency in daily operations and supporting the identification of improvement projects and energy-saving opportunities Apply now Madrid, ESP BASF Digital Solutions S.L. Digitalization Permanent 142428 IT and Digitalization Spain Work model: Hybrid