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.

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.

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.

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.