IDAM Specialist

Identity & Access Management (IDAM) Specialist

📍 Hybrid – Cheltenham

🩺 Comprehensive pension, healthcare and hybrid working model

Our client, a leading international engineering and technology group, is seeking an Identity & Access Management (IDAM) Specialist to take ownership of the organisation’s identity, authentication and access control systems. This is a key position within the global IT function — ensuring secure, compliant, and efficient access to critical systems and information across the business.

The Role

As the IDAM Specialist, you’ll be responsible for the management, optimisation and continuous improvement of identity and access management systems across a global infrastructure. You’ll support the organisation’s digital security objectives by delivering reliable authentication, enforcing access control policies, and enhancing compliance across cloud and on-premise environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the organisation’s IDAM platforms, ensuring secure and reliable operation across all business units.
• Design, implement and manage authentication mechanisms including Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and password management.
• Develop, review and maintain Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) policies to ensure users receive appropriate access based on defined roles.
• Enforce access control standards and ensure alignment with organisational and regulatory requirements (e.g. GDPR, ISO 27001).
• Monitor IDAM systems for security incidents, vulnerabilities, and compliance risks, responding promptly to mitigate threats.
• Manage identity provisioning, de-provisioning and entitlement reviews across cloud and on-premise environments.
• Maintain accurate and auditable documentation of configurations, policies and processes.
• Provide end-user support for access requests, password issues and IDAM-related incidents.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure, Cloud and Cybersecurity teams to ensure cohesive identity governance.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practice, recommending improvements to strengthen security posture and efficiency.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in Identity & Access Management within a medium or large-scale enterprise.
• Strong technical knowledge of authentication, authorisation, and access control frameworks.
• Experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory, or similar IDAM solutions.
• Skilled in SSO, MFA, RBAC, and Privileged Access Management (PAM).
• Familiarity with Okta, SailPoint, Ping Identity, or CyberArk is highly desirable.
• Good understanding of security standards and compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001 and GDPR.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, with excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CIAM, CISM) or equivalent experience.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and commitment to continuous improvement.

Core Skills

• Identity & Access Management (IAM / IDAM)
• Azure Active Directory / Entra ID
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
• Single Sign-On (SSO)
• Privileged Access Management (PAM)
• Authentication & Authorisation
• Security Administration
• IT Governance & Compliance
• Cybersecurity / ISO 27001 / GDPR
• Active Directory
• Cloud Security (Microsoft 365 / Azure)

Why Join?

• Work within a respected global organisation investing heavily in digital transformation and cyber resilience.
• Opportunity to lead on IDAM improvement projects and shape access governance strategy.
• Flexible hybrid working environment with excellent benefits.
• Ongoing professional development and certification support.
• Collaborative, inclusive culture with a focus on innovation and security excellence.