IAM Engineer

We are looking for an Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer to assist in managing and securing the systems that control access to our organization’s information and resources. The role, working with our internal IAM SMEs and 3rd party providers, ensures that users have the appropriate access to systems, applications, and data to carry out their daily activities whilst maintaining a secure environment and being involved in and shaping projects to promote the silent, stable, secure running of the environment.

Please be advised that this position requires attendance at Asda House in Leeds for a minimum of three days per week. We welcome applications from candidates seeking part-time hours, flexible working arrangements, or job share opportunities.

• User Account Management:
  • Create, modify, and disable user accounts in various systems and applications and manage automated creation processes and integrations.
  • Implement and enforce password policies and authentication methods (e.g., multi-factor authentication).
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date user access records.
• Access Control:
  • Grant, modify, or revoke user access based on defined access control policies and roles.
  • Regularly review permissions to ensure they align with business needs and security policies.
  • Conduct periodic audits of user accounts and access rights to ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
• Security and Compliance:
  • Collaborate with security teams to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data.
  • Assist in preparing for audits, ensuring IAM processes are followed.
• Troubleshooting and Support:
  • Provide support to end-users regarding access issues, such as login problems, permission requests, and account lockouts.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve IAM-related technical issues or escalated from our BAU support when necessary.
  • Work collaboratively with Technology teams to integrate IAM solutions with existing and new systems.
• Policy and Procedure Development:
  • Assist in the development and implementation of IAM policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Continuously improve IAM workflows and access governance processes.
• Reporting and Documentation:
  • Prepare and deliver regular reports on user access, security incidents, and compliance status.
  • Document IAM processes, procedures, and workflows for internal training and future reference.
• Projects:
  • Manage project work for upgrades and implementations of new technologies.
  • Collaborate and advise projects on IAM related requirements.

• Technical Skills: Familiarity with IAM tools (e.g., SailPoint ISC, NERM, Microsoft Entra, AADDS, AADB2C), authentication technologies, and role-based access control (RBAC), In-depth Certificate and PKI knowledge. Script writing (Powershell, Python).
• Security Knowledge: Understanding of IT security principles, data protection regulations, and best practices for managing sensitive information.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities to resolve access-related issues efficiently.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both technical teams and non-technical users.

Asda has a hybrid way of working with a minimum of 3 days a week in one of our Home Offices. You will also get an excellent benefits package including:

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension up to 7% matched
• 15% colleague discount in store and online
• Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities.
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.

We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves.