IAM Analyst

Role : IAM Analyst

Location: Edinburgh or London or Bristol (Hybrid), UK

Job Type: Contract (Inside IR35)

Exp level: 15+ yrs over all experience

Job Description :

• Administer user accounts and access privileges in the organization’s identity management system.
• Responsible for the day-to-day administration of the IAM system.
• Participate in IAM projects and initiatives.
• Work with internal customers, business analysts, and application teams to understand access requirements.
• Maintain documentation for the IAM program.
• Participate in IAM audits and review access control reports to identify potential risks.
• Provide training to new users on the IAM system.
• Managing user accounts and permissions in the identity and access management system.
• Granting or denying access to company resources based on user role and privileges.
• Creating and managing user groups in the identity and access management system.
• Enforcing company policies and procedures related to identity and access management.
• Monitoring user activity in the identity and access management system.
• Reporting on identity and access management system activity.
• Identifying and addressing identity and access management issues.
• Working with the IAM team to resolve identity and access management problems.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of identity and access management best practices.
• Documenting IAM processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with multiple operating systems (Linux, Windows, etc.)
• Strong understanding of directory services (LDAP, Active Directory, etc.)
• In-depth knowledge of security protocols (SSH, TLS, etc.)
• Experience with IAM tools (Okta, Ping Identity, etc.)
• Be able to provide clear and concise reports to upper management on the status of IAM within the organization.
• Understand and be able to articulate the company’s IAM strategy.
• Be able to develop IAM metrics and KPIs to track progress and measure success.
• Understand the various IAM tools and technologies available and be able to recommend solutions that will meet the company’s needs.
• Be able to troubleshoot IAM issues and develop creative solutions to solve problems.
• Have a strong understanding of security concepts and how they apply to IAM.
• Be able to develop and deliver IAM training to both technical and non-technical staff.
• Be able to research and stay up-to-date on IAM trends and best practices