IAM Project Manager

IAM Project Manager

Full-Time No working from home possible
Magnit Global

Technical Delivery Manager | IAM, Cloud Security

Global Banking Organisation | London 4 days in the office

£690 per day inside IR35 | 6 month contract

About the role:

Working for a Global Banking Organisation, focused on the delivery of secure, scalable Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) projects, ensuring alignment with regulatory, risk, and business objectives. Drive identity modernisation, strengthen access controls, and ensure compliance through effective governance, stakeholder engagement, and end-to-end execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the end-to-end delivery of cybersecurity and identity within a highly regulated banking environment, focusing on IAM, PAM, and Zero Trust architectures aligned to enterprise security strategy.
  • Drive key initiatives including Unstructured Data Access Governance (Folder Access Management), Audit & Regulatory Remediation, and Enterprise Password & Authentication Modernisation to meet internal audit and external regulatory expectations.
  • Provide hands‑on leadership across Identity Lifecycle Management, Privileged Access Controls, Data Security, and Cloud Identity (Entra ID / Azure AD) ensuring secure access across hybrid and multi‑cloud environments.
  • Deliver large‑scale rollout and adoption of Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA), passwordless authentication, and strong customer/employee authentication controls, ensuring compliance with banking regulations (e.g., PSD2 SCA where applicable).
  • Oversee integration of identity systems, including Active Directory, Entra ID, ARS, and cloud platforms, ensuring secure interoperability and adherence to least‑privilege principles.
  • Lead cross‑functional teams (security, infrastructure, application, risk, compliance, and third‑party vendors) to deliver programmes against scope, budget, timelines, and quality standards in complex banking environments.
  • Proven experience delivering IAM, PAM, or Zero Trust Programmes within banking or financial services.
  • Strong expertise in Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory, OCI IAM, and modern authentication (MFA, SSO, Conditional Access, passwordless).
  • Hands‑on experience with IAM and Privileged Access Management solutions (e.g., CyberArk, Delinea, BeyondTrust) in regulated environments.
  • Experience implementing Identity Governance & Administration (IGA), access certification, RBAC/ABAC models.
  • Exposure to PKI, Certificate Lifecycle Management, HSM integration, and enterprise Certificate Authority deployments.
  • Strong understanding of banking regulatory frameworks and security standards, including:
  • FCA / PRA regulatory expectations or understanding.
  • SOX ITGC controls and audit processes
  • Experience operating within Agile, SAFe, or hybrid delivery models, with certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or SAFe Agilist.
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IAM Project Manager employer: Magnit Global

At Magnit Global, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values leadership and innovation in payroll operations. Our collaborative work culture fosters professional growth and offers extensive training opportunities, ensuring that our employees are equipped to excel in their roles. Located in a dynamic environment, we provide unique advantages such as a diverse client base across EMEA and APAC, making every day a chance to make a meaningful impact.

Magnit Global

Contact Details:

Magnit Global Recruitment Team