IAM Engineer

Posted 2 hours 13 minutes ago by Proactive Appointments

£55,000 - £75,000 Annual
Permanent
Not Specified
Other
London, United Kingdom
Job Description

IAM Engineer

London | Hybrid - 3 days per week on-site | Permanent | Up to £75k + Bonus

Our client, a global organisation with a fantastic reputation in their field, is seeking an IAM Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. This role will sit within the IT Security team and will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and optimising the organisation's identity governance and access management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Implement and configure Identity Governance capabilities using Saviynt EIC to ensure secure and efficient access to enterprise systems.

  • Assess identity and access environments, identify security gaps, and recommend improvements.

  • Design and implement integrations for Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and identity life cycle management.

  • Design and implement Privileged Access Management (PAM) capabilities.

  • Support Just-in-Time (JIT) and Just-Enough-Access (JEA) access models.

  • Create and maintain IAM technical documentation.

  • Troubleshoot complex IAM-related issues.

  • Develop and maintain scripted identity management solutions.

  • Support audits and implement remediation actions.

  • Assist with the implementation of IAM security policies and standards.

  • Collaborate with IT, Security, and Application teams to improve IAM solutions.

Qualifications
  • Degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).

  • Relevant IAM or security certifications are advantageous (eg Saviynt, SailPoint, ISC2, CompTIA Security+).

Experience & Skills
  • 5+ years' experience in Identity Governance/IAM within an enterprise environment.

  • Hands-on experience with Saviynt EIC, SailPoint, or Okta (Saviynt preferred).

  • Experience with Privileged Access Management tools (eg CyberArk).

  • Experience with Microsoft Entra ID.

  • Scripting experience (PowerShell).

  • Experience integrating IAM solutions via APIs.

  • Working knowledge of SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.

  • Understanding of IAM best practices, security frameworks, and regulatory requirements.

  • Experience with identity life cycle automation.

  • Exposure to IAM in OT/ICS environments is desirable.

Technical Competencies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Clear technical communication skills.

  • Proactive and willing to learn new technologies.

  • Strong team player with the ability to work independently when required.

  • Passion for cybersecurity and identity technologies.

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.

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