IAM Solutions Architect

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.
Our Contingent Workforce Solution (CWS) is one way we support our clients. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a IAM Solutions Architect for a 12 Month contract based in Derby or Bristol.

The Role & Responsibilities:

We are seeking an experienced Identity and Access Management (IAM) Solution Architect to support a series of critical projects and service improvements within Rolls Royce over the next three years. This role will work closely with the Enterprise Architect and operational teams to deliver secure, scalable, and effective IAM solutions aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Enterprise Architect, project teams, and business stakeholders to design and implement IAM solutions.

• Lead solution architecture for Active Directory, joiner/mover/leaver processes, and related identity life cycle management.

• Architect solutions utilising SailPoint IdentityNow (cloud) and CyberArk Privileged Access Management tools.

• Document technical and business requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals.

• Produce Architecture and Design documents, including high-level and low-level designs.

• Oversee the build, configuration, and testing of IAM solutions, ensuring compliance with security and operational best practices.

• Provide guidance to delivery teams on IAM tools, standards, and processes.

• Support the rollout of ongoing IAM tools and service enhancements.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Current SC Clearance (or ability to obtain).

• Proven experience as an IAM Solution Architect or similar role.

• Strong expertise in Active Directory and identity life cycle (joiner, mover, leaver).

• Hands-on experience with SailPoint IdentityNow (cloud) for identity governance.

• Experience implementing and managing CyberArk privileged access solutions.

• Strong documentation skills, including producing architecture diagrams, design specifications, and test plans.

• Ability to liaise effectively with both technical teams and business stakeholders.

• Understanding of IAM best practices, security principles, and compliance requirements.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in large-scale, complex enterprise environments.

• Familiarity with additional IAM tools and security technologies.

• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and security standards relevant to IAM.

Next Steps:

We will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

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