Description
Identity Solution Architect
Contract length - 6 months (Liklihood of extension)
Fully remote - with the option to work from Manchester, Warrington, or Derby
Rate -
Outside IR35 - £600 - £800 DOE
Directorate: IT
Security Clearance Required: BPSS
Role Overview
We are seeking an Identity Solution Architect to provide expert guidance in enterprise identity architecture and implementation. This role is ideal for a subject matter expert who can design, integrate, and govern identity solutions across modern enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Advise Enterprise Architects on identity solutions and best practices.
* Support the integration of identity systems with ERP and HCM platforms.
* Oversee supplier governance for identity implementation and configuration.
* Define best practices and establish default standards for enterprise identity solutions.
Success Metrics:
* Lead identity integration projects as a trusted SME.
* Develop integration standards to automate identity processes.
* Define integration data models for applications.
* Design and implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) models.
* Regulate permissions through access packages.
* Ensure supplier governance throughout implementation.
Required Skills & Experience:
Technical Expertise (High Priority)
Significant expeirence with Entra ID is essential.
* Deep knowledge of identity tools & frameworks, including:
* Access packages, RBAC models, SCIM-based provisioning
* Enterprise applications & Single Sign-On (SSO)
* Integration best practices for HR platforms & identity solutions
* Access reporting & governance mechanisms
Authentication & Authorization (Moderate Priority)
* Strong expertise in SAML, OAuth, and enterprise SSO
* Experience configuring authentication & authorization workflows
* Application registration & licensing in identity platforms
Identity Federation & Lifecycle Management (Moderate Priority)
* Understanding identity lifecycle & federation trust models
* Managing internal & external identities effectively
Infrastructure & Synchronization (Moderate Priority)
* Expertise in Active Directory & hybrid cloud identity models
* Managing legacy system integrations
* Implementing synchronization tools