IAM Analyst

JD Sports Fashion PLC; Bury; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

JD Sports is seeking an IAM Analyst to join the Security team in Bury. The role focuses on administering IAM systems, provisioning and de-provisioning users, and enforcing RBAC to ensure least privilege across resources.

You will monitor IAM-related incidents, collaborate with HR and IT to automate lifecycle workflows, and conduct access certifications in line with security standards such as NIST/ISO 27001. Training and documentation are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Experience administering IAM systems and RBAC in large environments.
• Knowledge of authentication, authorization, provisioning, SSO, MFA, and PAM concepts.
• Understanding of IT security principles and data protection requirements.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities; clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with directory services (Active Directory, LDAP) and security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).

Responsibilities

• Administer IAM systems daily, including user provisioning and de-provisioning.
• Perform access reviews and RBAC enforcement to ensure least privilege.
• Monitor IAM incidents and respond to security events.
• Collaborate with HR/IT to automate user lifecycle management.
• Conduct access certifications to ensure policy compliance.
• Analyze access patterns and recommend improvements for security and efficiency.
• Develop and enforce IAM policies and standards.
• Maintain documentation of IAM configurations.
• Provide training to new users on IAM systems.
• Stay updated on IAM trends and technologies.

Skills

RBAC

SailPoint

CyberArk

Active Directory

Entra

SSO

MFA

PAM

Access Reviews

Tools

SailPoint

CyberArk

Active Directory

Entra

LDAP

Job description

JobTitle: IAM Analyst

Location: Bury

JobType: Full-Time

JobDescription:

We are seeking a highly motivated Identity & Access Management (IAM) Analyst to join our IAM team, all of which is part of our growing Information Security function.

This role is crucial for administering, maintaining, and supporting our Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems and processes, ensuring users have the right access to the right resources at the right time in accordance with security policies, compliance requirements and business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the day-to-day administration of IAM systems, including user provisioning, de-provisioning, access reviews, and RBAC.
• Monitor and respond to IAM-related incidents, security events and anomalies
• Implement and enforce RBAC, principles of least privilege and segregation of duties (SoD)
• Collaborate with HR and IT to automate user lifecycle management
• Conduct regular access certifications to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations
• Analyse access patterns and recommend improvements to enhance security and efficiency
• Assist in developing and enforcing IAM policies and standards.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of IAM configurations
• Provide training to new users on IAM systems
• Stay current with IAM trends, threats and technologies

Skills & Experience:

• Familiarity with IAM tools (e.g, SailPoint, CyberArk, Active Directory, Entra), authentication and role-based access control (RBAC)
• Strong understanding of IAM concepts (authentication, authorization, provisioning, SSO, MFA, PAM).
• Understanding of IT security principles, data protection regulations, and best practices for managing sensitive information
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities to resolve access-related issues efficiently.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both technical teams and non-technical users.
• Familiarity with directory services (Active Directory, LDAP).
• Knowledge of industry security frameworks and compliance (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills
• Detail-oriented with a strong security mindset and ability to think proactively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in an IAM or Cyber Security role is beneficial.

Optional Qualifications

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)