Identity Engineer

Searchability NS&D; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Cloud security training

Large-scale projects

Collaborative culture

Hybrid working

Wellbeing focus

Job summary

Searchability NS&D is seeking an Identity Engineer to design, implement and optimise IAM solutions across secure environments in the UK. The role involves collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver scalable identity services, enforce access controls and support audits and compliance activities.

You will work in a hybrid model with 3 days onsite, and you should have hands‑on experience with SAML, OAuth and OpenID Connect, plus a current SC clearance with eligibility for DV.

Qualifications

• Experience with IAM concepts and tools.
• Knowledge of SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
• Active SC clearance, and eligibility for DV clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimise IAM solutions across secure environments.
• Assist with IAM solution design and integration.
• Support access management and identity governance processes.
• Investigate and resolve IAM-related issues.
• Contribute to audits and compliance activities.
• Develop IAM policies, documentation, and training.
• Stay up to date with emerging threats and best practices.

Skills

IAM concepts

SAML

OAuth

OpenID Connect

Cloud security

Access management

SC clearance

DV eligibility

Communication skills

Job description

Identity Access Management Engineer - London or Bristol, UK

• Up to £75,000 Depending On Experience
• Hybrid working with 3 days onsite
• Active SC or DV clearance required

ABOUT THE CLIENT

Our client is a highly respected consultancy operating at the forefront of technology and security, delivering critical programmes across government and defence environments. They are known for investing in their people, fostering collaboration, and tackling complex challenges that genuinely make a difference. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an Identity Engineer to join their expanding cyber capability.

THE BENEFITS

• Structured career progression and development pathways
• Ongoing training in cloud security, IAM, and modern security practices
• Exposure to large-scale, meaningful projects
• Collaborative and inclusive working environment
• Hybrid working model
• Supportive culture focused on wellbeing and growth

THE IDENTITY ENGINEER ROLE:

As an Identity Engineer, you will support the design, implementation, and optimisation of Identity and Access Management solutions across secure environments. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable identity services, while contributing to access control, monitoring, and compliance activities.

You will also:

• Assist with IAM solution design and integration
• Support access management and identity governance processes
• Investigate and resolve IAM-related issues
• Contribute to audits and compliance activities
• Help develop IAM policies, documentation, and training
• Stay up to date with emerging threats and best practices

IDENTITY ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Experience with IAM concepts and tools
• Knowledge of SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect
• Understanding of cloud security principles
• Experience supporting secure systems or infrastructure
• Strong communication skills, both technical and non-technical
• Active SC clearance, and eligibility for DV clearance

KEY SKILLS

IAM, Identity Engineer, SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, Cloud Security, Access Management, SC Clearance, Cyber Security, NSD