IAM Architect

Consol Partners UK ·www.consolpartners.co.uk

Location Bristol, Bristol, England
Work type Hybrid
Salary GBP 75,000 - 85,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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IDENTITY ARCHITECT – SECURE ENTERPRISE IAM

Job Title: Identity Architect / Lead IAM Architect

Location: Wiltshire (Hybrid – 2 days/week onsite)

Job Type: Permanent

Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance (Mandatory)

Salary: Competitive + Benefits (DOE)

Start Date: Immediate

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Identity Architect with active SC clearance to take complete architectural ownership of a large-scale, enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) service supporting a highly secure public sector program.

This role requires a balanced senior architect who can drive high-level strategic direction while remaining comfortable working hands-on with identity schemas, APIs, workflow engine logic, data feeds, and live service support teams.

Key Accountabilities & Role Overview

  • Architecture Leadership: Lead end-to-end IAM architecture across development, data, and live service operations; act as the lead technical authority across delivery teams, third-party suppliers, and senior stakeholders.
  • Core IAM Capability Ownership: Drive strategic oversight of Joiner/Mover/Leaver (JML) processes, identity lifecycle management, role governance, access recertification, and regulatory audit compliance.
  • Technical & Schema Design: Shape and review detailed designs covering identity schemas, LDAP directories, data attribute models, provisioning workflows, microservices, and API integrations.
  • Platform Modernisation & Debt Reduction: Simplify legacy architecture patterns, eliminate unnecessary customisations, champion API-led integration models, and support roadmap alignment with cloud-native / Microsoft Entra environments.
  • Service Supportability & Operations: Collaborate directly with L2/L3 support and DevOps teams to author runbooks, perform root-cause analysis on complex defects, and ensure seamless BAU service transition.

Mandatory Criteria & Technical Requirements

  • Security Clearance: Active UK SC Clearance is mandatory prior to starting.
  • Architecture Track Record: Proven experience as a Lead, Senior, or Principal Architect owning enterprise-wide IAM solutions.
  • Domain Expertise: Deep knowledge of identity governance, authentication/authorization protocols, directory services, and enterprise integration patterns within government, defence, or regulated environments.
  • Hands-on Technical Capability: Practical expertise with identity schema design, API interfaces, microservices, workflow logic, and data transformation/ETL pipelines.
  • Location: Ability to work onsite in Corsham at least 2 days per week.

Desirable Experience

  • IAM Platforms: OpenText/NetIQ, SailPoint, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Okta, ForgeRock, or CyberArk.
  • Cloud & Federation: AWS cloud environments, M365 identity integration, SAML/OIDC, and API Gateways.
  • Frameworks: Secure-by-Design principles, containerised deployments, and automated deployment pipelines.

How to Apply

If you meet the mandatory SC clearance requirement and possess a strong technical background in enterprise identity architecture, please submit your CV for immediate consideration.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the IAM Architect role?
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Where is the IAM Architect job located?
The IAM Architect role with Consol Partners UK is based in Bristol, GB. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the IAM Architect role remote?
Yes — the IAM Architect position at Consol Partners UK is hybrid. Candidates based in GB are preferred.
What does the IAM Architect role pay?
Consol Partners UK lists the IAM Architect role at GBP 75,000–85,000 per year.
Is the IAM Architect role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Consol Partners UK.
What experience level is the IAM Architect role?
The IAM Architect position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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