Job Description
IDAM Architect - Entra ID
Location: London/Remote
Clearance: Valid SC Clearance is Mandatory
Length: Initial 6 months
Rate: Negotiable
Status: Outside IR35
We are seeking an experienced IDAM Architect to lead the architectural definition and alignment of Identity & Access Management (IDAM) initiatives across projects, platform modernisation, and multiple identity types (citizens, partners, staff, etc.). This role requires strong expertise in federated identity, authentication/authorisation, and Azure AD/Entra ID, with the ability to ensure strategic fit and technical coherence with target state IDAM architecture.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the development of the technology section of IDAM business cases, ensuring alignment with strategic architecture.
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Define and deliver architecture recommendations for IDAM solutions (eg Entra ID, OneLogin) across projects.
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Collaborate with delivery teams, platform teams, and pathfinder projects to ensure architecture recommendations are implemented.
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Provide ongoing architectural support to ensure alignment of IDAM implementations with target state architecture.
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Contribute to discovery and planning activities to shape business case development and future architectural direction.
Skills & Experience
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Strong experience in IDAM architecture, including federated identity, authentication/authorisation, and Azure AD/Entra ID.
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Proven ability to work across delivery, product, and platform teams.
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Familiarity with strategic architecture frameworks and governance processes.
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Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence technical and business teams.
