IAM and PAM Analyst

The Nottingham; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is seeking a proactive IGA/IAM/PAM Analyst to join their Information Security team. The role involves managing user identities and access controls, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting secure authentication. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in identity governance and strong collaborative skills, working in a dynamic environment dedicated to both individual and community well-being.

Benefits

Medicash healthcare scheme

29 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Professional development opportunities

Friendly and inclusive culture

Sustainability agenda and community involvement

Mental health support resources

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in identity and access management.
• Experience with Active Directory and Azure AD is essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the IGA Manager for daily operations.
• Administer access to banking systems and support secure authentication solutions.
• Participate in audits and access reviews to meet regulatory requirements.

Skills

Detail-Oriented

Collaborative Skills

Education

Degree in Cybersecurity

Security+ Certification

ITIL Certification

Tools

SailPoint

Saviynt

CyberArk

Job description

About The Role

Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours
Location: Head Office, Nottingham (Hybrid working, minimum 2 days per week)
Application process: Please apply via the application button which will direct you to our careers site. If you require any adjustments to assist you in applying, please contact [e-mail]

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented IGA/IAM/PAM Analyst to join our Information Security team. In this role, you will help protect the data of our members and employees by supporting the governance of user identities, managing access controls, and securing privileged accounts. You will collaborate across teams to ensure that all staff have the appropriate access, at the right time, with the correct level of privilege helping us fulfil our regulatory, privacy, and security commitments.

Here’s a taste of what you will be doing as an Identity Governance Access Analyst at Nottingham Building Society: -

• Daily Operations: Collaborate with the IGA Manager to ensure smooth daily operations of our identity governance platform, adhering to user access policies.
• Process Management: Coordinate with HR and IT to manage joiner, mover, and leaver processes across systems.
• Access Certification: Assist in access certification campaigns, following segregation of duties and least privilege principles.
• Audits and Reviews: Participate in regular audits and access reviews to meet regulatory requirements.
• System Administration: Administer access to core banking systems, cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365 / Azure AD), and business applications.
• Secure Authentication: Support secure authentication solutions like single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and identity federation for staff and partners.
• Documentation and Improvement: Maintain and improve access governance documentation and identity management processes.
• Incident Response: Help with incident response and troubleshooting of identity-related issues.

About you: -

• Tool Proficiency: Working knowledge of identity governance and privileged access management tools like SailPoint, Saviynt, and CyberArk.
• Technical Familiarity: Experience with Active Directory, Azure AD, and core Microsoft technologies.
• Compliance Understanding: Knowledge of role-based access control, least privilege, segregation of duties, and compliance standards such as GDPR, FCA guidelines, and ISO 27001.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail and a process-driven mindset.
• Collaborative Skills: Ability to work effectively across IT, Security, Audit, and HR teams.
• Experience and Qualifications: 2–4 years of experience in identity and access management, preferably in financial services or regulated environments, with beneficial qualifications like a degree in cybersecurity or certifications such as Security+, ITIL, or vendor-specific credentials.

Reward & Benefits -

• A fair and competitive salary evaluated against market data, annual discretionary bonus scheme, Medicash healthcare scheme, 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave.
• Commitment and dedication to your ongoing personal and professional development. We help you to own and grow your potential so you can be at your best in your current role and to support your future career aspirations.
• For all full-time roles we work a 35-hour working week to promote a work/life balance, we want you to be at your best inside and outside of work.
• A friendly and inclusive culture where teams genuinely strive to do the right thing by their colleagues and our customers.
• A strong sustainability agenda – we’re continually finding new ways to be kinder to the environment by reducing our carbon footprint.
• We’re passionate about giving back to the communities in which we serve as well as supporting local charities as part of the Samuel Fox Foundation. One of the many ways you can get involved is to use the 2 days per year paid leave to volunteer for causes or charities that are important to you.
• Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we encourage this through a suite of support resources, including a team of trained mental health first aiders.

Embracing Diversity Together: -

We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers.

Our commitment means actively working to eliminate barriers and biases that may hinder equal opportunities within our organisation. We strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of background, have an equal chance to thrive and advance in their careers.

We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community.

About Us

We are a mutual, which means we don’t have shareholders. Instead, we’re owned by our members and use our money to do good, investing in our community, responsible causes, and – well, you. So, we’re always striving to do the right thing for our team, communities and members.

Although our history spans over 170 years, our purpose of helping our members save, plan for and protect their financial futures is enduring. At The Nottingham Building Society, we are dedicated to overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. At the heart of our mission is our unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building better futures by helping our customers achieve the significant milestone of owning their own home.