Job Description

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Our Identity and Access Management (IAM) team, composed of 4 people, is integrated in the Digital Technology Security and Center of Expertise and focuses on design, implement and support the Identity and Access Management technologies and processes to secure and provide the right accesses to the right people at the right time with the best user experience, in collaboration with Digital Technology department.

As a PAM Service Owner, you will be responsible for managing, operating, and continuously improving the PAM service, including privileged account management, password vaulting, session monitoring, and secrets management.

You will play a key role in protecting critical assets, enforcing least‑privilege principles, and supporting the Group’s security, compliance, and audit requirements. You will be accountable for:

• Act as the primary point of contact and escalation for PAM service issues, coordinating incidents, problems, and change management activities with stakeholders and service partners
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to design, evolve, and maintain the PAM service architecture, integrations, and processes
• Contribute to the PAM roadmap, support implementation projects, and ensure effective capacity and demand management
• Promote PAM with best practices, procedures, and security standards across the organization
• Define, document, and continuously improve PAM processes, roles, and responsibilities
• Coordinate activities with service partners, operational teams, and customers to ensure effective service delivery

About you

Relevant education degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Information Technology. Relevant work experience with minimum 5 years of experience in IT security, with a strong focus on Privileged Access Management. Proven experience operating PAM services in a complex enterprise environment.

Competencies:

• Strong experience with PAM platforms such as CyberArk (preferred), BeyondTrust, Delinea, Wallix, or equivalent solutions
• Solid understanding of Privileged Access Management, IAM principles, Least Privilege, and Zero Trust concepts
• Good knowledge of Windows and Linux environments, Active Directory, authentication mechanisms, and infrastructure dependencies
• Ability to troubleshoot PAM, authentication, connectivity, and secure access issues in complex enterprise environments
• Knowledge of security best practices, scripting, and automation technologies (e.g., PowerShell).

Behaviors:

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams
• A proactive, structured, and service-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership

About the pay

Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The annual base pay expected for this role is € 39,440 to € 54,450 per year in Portugal.

Your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

Benefits

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.

We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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