IAM Technical Specialist

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd seeks a skilled Identity Governance and Administration specialist to design, implement, and operate IGA platforms across complex environments in the UK. You will integrate IGA with Azure AD, connect HR systems and databases, and shape lifecycle management, RBAC, and attestation programs.

Strong troubleshooting and runbook documentation are essential, with eligibility for SC-level clearance.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience implementing IGA platforms (SailPoint, Saviynt, Omada, One Identity, or similar).
• Proven experience integrating IGA with Microsoft Entra ID/Azure AD.
• Experience connecting authoritative sources (HR systems, databases) to IGA platforms.
• Strong understanding of identity life cycle management and JML process automation.
• Experience building approval workflows and access request processes.
• Knowledge of access certification, recertification, and attestation campaigns.
• Understanding of RBAC modelling, role mining, and entitlement management.
• Experience with application connector development and configuration.
• Strong understanding of authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, SCIM).
• Knowledge of directory services (Active Directory, LDAP) and hybrid identity.
• Working knowledge of security frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST CSF.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for provisioning and synchronisation issues.
• Good documentation skills for technical configurations and runbooks.
• Ability to obtain SC–level national security clearance.

Skills

IGA platforms

Azure AD integration

HR data integration

Identity lifecycle mgmt

Approval workflows

Attestation campaigns

RBAC modelling

Application connectors

Authentication protocols

Directory services

Security frameworks

Provisioning troubleshooting

Documentation

SC-level clearance

Job description

• Hands–on experience implementing IGA platforms (SailPoint, Saviynt, Omada, One Identity, or similar)
• Proven experience integrating IGA with Microsoft Entra ID/Azure AD
• Experience connecting authoritative sources (HR systems, databases) to IGA platforms
• Strong understanding of identity life cycle management and JML process automation
• Experience building approval workflows and access request processes
• Knowledge of access certification, recertification, and attestation campaigns
• Understanding of RBAC modelling, role mining, and entitlement management
• Experience with application connector development and configuration
• Strong understanding of authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, SCIM)
• Knowledge of directory services (Active Directory, LDAP) and hybrid identity
• Working knowledge of security frameworks: ISO 27001, NIST CSF
• Strong troubleshooting skills for provisioning and synchronisation issues
• Good documentation skills for technical configurations and runbooks
• Ability to obtain SC–level national security clearance

LA International is an award–winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

A multiple award–winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.