IAM Solution Architect

IAM Solution Architect

+ Site based role in South West

+ £680 to £720 per day - Inside IR35

+ Requires DV Clearance

We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of a greenfield Identity & Access Management (IAM) platform within a highly secure environment. This is a key role where you'll shape a modern Microsoft-based identity solution, working closely with infrastructure, security, and engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and implementation of a new on-premise IAM platform.
• Design secure identity solutions using Windows Server 2022, Active Directory, and ADFS.
• Deliver Single Sign-On (SSO), federation, and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) solutions.
• Define architecture standards, technical governance, and best practices.
• Produce HLDs, LLDs, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder engagement throughout project delivery.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience as a Solution or Technical Architect delivering Microsoft identity solutions.
• Strong knowledge of Active Directory, ADFS, Windows Server 2022, and enterprise IAM.
• Experience with SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, SSO, and RBAC.
• Good understanding of networking, DNS, Firewalls, routing, and load balancing.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working within Defence or other highly secure environments.

Desirable

• Microsoft Identity or Solutions Architect certifications.
• Hybrid identity and PowerShell automation experience.

Security Requirements

Applicants must hold active UKSV DV clearance and be sole British nationals with a valid UK passport.

This is an excellent opportunity to lead a high-profile IAM transformation programme, working with cutting-edge Microsoft technologies in a secure, mission-critical environment.