Identity & Access Management Analyst

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in financial services is seeking an Identity & Access Management Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the administration and maintenance of IAM security standards while collaborating with security architecture teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a background in IAM processes and tools. This is a great chance to enhance your career in a company committed to innovation and customer-centricity, making a significant impact in the wealth management sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in IAM process development and improvement.
• Strong understanding of IT security and service management.

Responsibilities

• Design frameworks for managing user identities and access privileges.
• Collaborate with IT teams to enhance IAM systems.

Skills

IAM process development

IT security best practices

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Process analysis

Identity Management tools

Tools

Microsoft AD

Entra

ServiceNow

Job description

Identity & Access Management Analyst
Location: Southampton or London
Salary: 50,000 - 55,000 base + Bonus + Good Benefits Package
2-3 days in the office

We are currently recruiting for two Identity and Access Management (I&AM) Analyst positions to join a leading financial services organisation in Southampton. This company is a major player in the wealth management sector, overseeing significant customer investments and offering a range of financial services. They are committed to innovation and customer-centricity, making this an exciting time to join their team.

As an IAM analyst, you will play a vital role in administering and maintaining IAM security, standards and processes. You will fulfil IAM related requests whilst ensuring others understand IAM requirements and their implementation. This is a chance to work closely with the security architecture team to drive efficient and effective delivery of I&AM across all platforms and technology.

The hiring manager confirmed these roles focus on risk around IAM looking at procedures, tech level and governance. The manager confirmed someone coming from a EUC / general technical support background would be considered if they possess very strong communication skills, attention to detail and are motivated to progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and administer frameworks for managing user identities, accounts, job profiles and access privileges.
• Monitor adoption of IAM frameworks across different business systems and areas.
• Ensure robust Joiners, Movers & Leavers processes are in place and consistently followed.
• Manage automated approval flows and execute periodic recertification processes.
• Collaborate with IT and IS teams to maintain and enhance I&AM systems.
• Develop and improve I&AM processes, ensuring compliance with best practices and regulatory standards.
• Educate teams on IAM protocols and procedures.
• Work closely with Identity Security Architects to understand system requirements for IAM.

Skills and Experience

• Experience in IAM process development, improvement and fulfilment.
• Strong understanding of IT security and service management best practices.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to analyse processes, identify control requirements and design processes.
• Experience of Identity Management and Governance tools (e.g. Microsoft AD, Entra, ServiceNow, etc).

Please note these are office-based roles in Southampton, ideally requiring on-site attendance five days per week (flexibility for four may be discussed, but not guaranteed).

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and evolving business environment. If you are a motivated professional looking to enhance your career in Identity and Access Management, please submit your application.