IAM engineer

IAM Engineer

Number of Openings: 1

Salary Type: Annual

Currency: Pounds (£) – United Kingdom

Job Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions across cloud and on‑premise environments.
• Develop and enforce access policies, role‑based access controls (RBAC), and least‑privilege principles.
• Integrate IAM systems with directory services (e.g., Azure AD, Active Directory), Single Sign‑On (SSO) platforms, and multi‑factor authentication (MFA) solutions.
• Conduct regular access reviews, audits, and remediation activities to ensure compliance with internal security standards and external regulations.
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams to embed IAM controls into software development lifecycles (DevSecOps).
• Monitor IAM performance, troubleshoot authentication/authorization issues, and provide Tier‑2/3 support.
• Stay current with emerging IAM technologies, threat landscapes, and best practices, recommending improvements where appropriate.
• Document IAM architecture, configurations, and standard operating procedures.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Solid understanding of IAM concepts, protocols (SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, LDAP, Kerberos) and standards.
• Hands‑on experience with leading IAM platforms such as Azure AD, Okta, SailPoint, CyberArk, or ForgeRock.
• Proficiency in scripting or programming languages (PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation and integration tasks.
• Knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated IAM services.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Relevant security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, IAM‑certified, CompTIA Security+) are highly desirable.

Desired Experience

• 3+ years of professional experience managing IAM solutions in enterprise or regulated environments.
• Experience implementing SSO, MFA, and privileged access management (PAM) solutions.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST, or PCI‑DSS.
• Track record of conducting access reviews, audits, and remediation projects.
• Exposure to DevSecOps pipelines and infrastructure‑as‑code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Azure ARM templates).
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams and influence security posture across the organization.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary paid in British Pounds (£).
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development budget for certifications, training, and conferences.
• Employee assistance programme and wellness initiatives.
• Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge security technologies in a forward‑thinking organization.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are a good fit for this role.