Lead Cyber Security Architect-IDM

Lead Cyber Security Architect-IDM

Posted 1 day ago by Reed Talent Solutions

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£700 Per day
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Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK
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Summary: The Lead Cyber Security Architect for IDM is responsible for leading the architecture and implementation of Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, specifically utilizing SailPoint and SAP IDM. This role is crucial for a strategic migration to SailPoint Identity Security Cloud as part of a multi-year transformation program. The position requires a highly skilled specialist with extensive experience in IAM within large-scale enterprise environments. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with security policies and best practices while supporting integration and incident response efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the architecture and implementation of Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions using SailPoint and SAP IDM.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define IAM strategies, policies, and standards.
  • Ensure compliance with security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Conduct technical assessments and provide recommendations for IAM improvements.
  • Support integration of IAM solutions with enterprise systems and applications.
  • Participate in incident response and troubleshooting related to IAM systems.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience in SailPoint IdentityIQ and SAP Identity Management (IDM).
  • Strong understanding of IAM concepts including authentication, authorization, SSO, MFA, and directory services.
  • Experience working in large-scale enterprise environments, preferably in regulated industries.
  • Solid grasp of security frameworks (eg, NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance requirements (eg, GDPR).
  • Proficiency in Scripting languages (eg, PowerShell, JavaScript) and integration protocols (eg, LDAP, SAML, OAuth).

Salary (Rate): £700 per day

City: Sheffield

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Lead Cyber Security Architect- IDM

CYBER SECURITY ARCHITECT/IDM/IDENTITY ACCESS MANAGEMENT/SAILPOINT IIQ/SAILPOINT IDENTITY SECURITY CLOUD ISC/SAP IDM/NIST/ISO 27001/POWERSHELL/JAVASCRIPT/LDAP/SAML/OAUTH/AZURE AD

£600-700 Per Day-Umbrella

6 months- Extensions Likely

Sheffield/Remote- must be willing to be on site 3 days a week

Our client is undertaking a strategic migration from two Legacy identity systems - SailPoint IIQ and SAP IDM - to a unified platform, SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC). This is part of a multiyear transformation programme, with IIQ targeted for decommissioning by end of 2026 and SAP IDM by end of 2027.

You must be a highly skilled Cyber Identity Access Architect Specialist with experience in SailPoint and SAP IDM. This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust identity and access management (IAM) solutions across a large-scale enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the architecture and implementation of Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions using SailPoint and SAP IDM.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define IAM strategies, policies, and standards.
  • Ensure compliance with security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
  • Conduct technical assessments and provide recommendations for IAM improvements.
  • Support integration of IAM solutions with enterprise systems and applications.
  • Participate in incident response and troubleshooting related to IAM systems.

Essential Experience:

  • Proven experience in SailPoint IdentityIQ and SAP Identity Management (IDM).
  • Strong understanding of IAM concepts including authentication, authorization, SSO, MFA, and directory services.
  • Experience working in large-scale enterprise environments, preferably in regulated industries
  • Solid grasp of security frameworks (eg, NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance requirements (eg, GDPR).
  • Proficiency in Scripting languages (eg, PowerShell, JavaScript) and integration protocols (eg, LDAP, SAML, OAuth).

Desirable Experience:

  • Experience in Identity & Access Management (IAM) or Identity Governance & Administration (IGA).
  • Familiarity with SailPoint IIQ, SAP IDM, or SailPoint ISC.
  • Relevant certifications such as SailPoint Certified IdentityIQ Architect, SAP Certified Technology Associate, CISSP, or CISM.
  • Experience with cloud IAM solutions (eg, Azure AD, AWS IAM).
  • Familiarity with Dev SecOps practices and tools

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