At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the transformation of enterprise Active Directory and implement cutting-edge identity solutions.
- Company: Join a global enterprise organisation with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Mentorship opportunities and influence over long-term identity strategy.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by modernising identity infrastructure in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Identity & Access Management Architect
Up to £90k + 15% Annual Bonus
Basingstoke, Hampshire
Once a week onsite
middle has partnered with a global enterprise organisation to hire an (IAM) Identity & Access Management Architect, who will take ownership of the on-premises Active Directory estate within a complex hybrid identity environment. There will be crossover across Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory, working closely with cloud and infrastructure teams to evolve the broader IAM strategy.
In this role, you will have the independence to identify and implement new technologies, process improvements and automation across the identity domain. Youll have the opportunity to build a robust, modern and secure IAM platform that can automate, protect and scale across the enterprise.
The Role
- Lead modernisation and optimisation of the enterprise Active Directory infrastructure
- Drive improvements across hybrid identity (on-prem & cloud synchronisation and source of authority evolution)
- Design and deliver complex identity infrastructure projects (e.g. certificate authority rollout, domain consolidation, authentication modernisation)
- Evaluate and implement modern authentication methods such as FIDO2
- Support identity integration across manufacturing and operational technology (OT) environments
- Lead identity infrastructure initiatives end-to-end, owning delivery from initial concept and design through to implementation and operational handover
- Collaborate on identity infrastructure pipelines and automation
- Contribute to strategic and roadmap decisions for the enterprise IAM estate
- Mentor junior engineers and shape identity engineering standards
- Manage stakeholders across IT, OT, Senior Leadership, Information Security, Cyber, Cloud Infrastructure, and third-party vendors
The Ideal Candidate
Must Have:
- Extensive enterprise-level experience across Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory, covering architecture, implementation, governance and roadmap ownership
- Proven architectural background in designing identity infrastructure solutions
- Experience delivering identity modernisation at scale
- Track record leading complex identity infrastructure projects from inception to completion
- Experience operating within large, global enterprise environments
- Enterprise-level Joiner, Mover, Leaver (JML) automation integrations
- Strong understanding of IAM security principles, including governance, least privilege, Zero Trust, modern authentication, and alignment to recognised security frameworks
- Experience delivering Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions at scale
- Strong stakeholder communication skills
- Ability to mentor and elevate junior engineers
Nice to Have:
- Exposure to FIDO2 or modern passwordless authentication methods
- Experience with ManageEngine or Delinea
- Identity-related certifications
Why Join?
- Opportunity to modernise a large-scale enterprise Active Directory estate with significant improvement potential
- Work across both traditional IT and complex manufacturing/OT environments
- Influence long-term hybrid identity strategy
- Operate at enterprise scale with real architectural impact
You must already have the right to work in the UK. No sponsorship is available.
IAM Architect - Microsoft in Hampshire employer: Middle Recruitment Limited
Join a forward-thinking global enterprise in Basingstoke, where as an IAM Architect, you will play a pivotal role in modernising and optimising the Active Directory infrastructure. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have the autonomy to implement innovative technologies while collaborating with diverse teams, all within a supportive work culture that values mentorship and strategic input. Enjoy competitive compensation, including a generous annual bonus, and the opportunity to make a significant architectural impact in a dynamic environment.
Contact Details:
Middle Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
