At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and implement secure identity management solutions for defence and aerospace.
- Company: Join a diverse team at DXC Technology, committed to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: On-site role in Farnborough with a focus on career development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in security and compliance within the defence sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in IDAM architecture and modern identity platforms required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
DXC Technology is committed to building diverse, inclusive teams. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage interest from women, underrepresented groups, and neurodivergent candidates. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the hiring process and are dedicated to creating a supportive, accessible environment for everyone.
Location: Farnborough (onsite 5 days per week)
Security Clearance: Due to the secure nature of the work and our customer requirement, candidates are required to hold DV clearance.
The IDAM (Identity, Access and Data Management) Architect designs, governs and implements enterprise-scale identity and access management solutions for defence and aerospace environments. You will architect secure authentication, authorisation and identity governance frameworks, lead IDAM modernisation programmes, and ensure compliance with stringent defence security and regulatory requirements. This role demands deep expertise in identity platforms, security architecture and MOD-compliant IDAM design.
Key Responsibilities- IDAM Architecture & Strategy
- Design enterprise-scale identity and access management architectures supporting defence operations.
- Architect secure authentication, multi-factor authentication (MFA) and authorisation frameworks.
- Design role-based access control (RBAC), attribute-based access control (ABAC) and privilege access management (PAM) solutions.
- Develop identity governance, access lifecycle management and entitlement management strategies.
- Lead IDAM technology evaluation and vendor selection processes.
- Security & Compliance
- Ensure IDAM architectures comply with MOD Classification Guides, Defence Security Policy and ITAR regulations.
- Design identity solutions supporting defence contractor personnel vetting (PRF) requirements.
- Architect data protection and encryption strategies aligned with defence security standards.
- Lead security risk assessments for IDAM systems and vulnerabilities.
- Design audit and logging capabilities supporting MOD compliance and forensic requirements.
- IDAM Modernisation & Implementation
- Lead design and implementation of modern IDAM platforms (AD/Azure AD, Okta, Ping, ForgeRock).
- Design cloud-ready and hybrid identity solutions supporting multi-cloud environments.
- Guide API-driven identity architecture and microservices-based identity solutions.
- Lead IDAM system migrations and technology modernisation programmes.
- Technical Leadership & Governance
- Lead IDAM technical teams and provide architectural mentoring.
- Establish IDAM design standards, architecture patterns and operational governance.
- Drive technical decision-making through IDAM design reviews.
- Document IDAM architecture decisions and design specifications.
- Integration & Operations
- Design IDAM integration with enterprise applications, systems and cloud platforms.
- Architect identity federation, single sign-on (SSO) and cross-domain authentication.
- Support IDAM operational readiness, performance monitoring and incident response.
- Establish IDAM lifecycle management and continuous improvement processes.
- Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as technical authority for IDAM architecture discussions with customer leadership.
- Present identity and access management recommendations to defence programme teams.
- Lead IDAM design workshops and customer validation activities.
- Previous experience in identity and access management within an architecture role.
- Proven experience designing enterprise-scale IDAM solutions.
- Strong background in defence, aerospace or government IDAM programmes.
- Demonstrated expertise with modern identity platforms (Azure AD, Okta, Ping, ForgeRock).
- Track record of leading IDAM modernisation and technology transformation programmes.
- Deep expertise in IDAM architecture patterns, methodologies and best practices.
- Expert-level knowledge of identity technologies including LDAP, Active Directory, OAuth, SAML and OpenID Connect.
- Strong understanding of Azure AD, Office 365 identity, hybrid identity and cloud-native identity solutions.
- Proficiency in privilege access management (PAM), role/attribute-based access control (RBAC/ABAC).
- Knowledge of identity governance, access certification and entitlement management.
- Expertise in API security, service-to-service authentication and microservices identity.
- Familiarity with MOD security requirements, Classification Guides and defence compliance.
- Understanding of cryptography, encryption and security protocols.
- Exceptional strategic thinking with strong technical depth.
- Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
- Proven ability to lead technical teams and influence senior stakeholders.
- Commitment to security and compliance excellence.
IDAM Architect - DV Cleared - on-site Farnborough in Hampshire employer: DXC
At DXC Technology, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for those passionate about cyber security. Our Farnborough-based Security Operations Centre fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, offering extensive opportunities for professional growth and development while tackling complex security challenges. With a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and a commitment to continuous learning, you'll find a rewarding environment where your contributions truly matter.
