Solution Architect jobs in United Kingdom

Location for this position is flexible, we are accepting candidates who are able to work Hybrid in either our Livingston, London Osterley or Brick Lane Office.

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As a key member of the Enterprise Technology Identity and Access Management team, you will help set the direction of Sky's Identity and Access Management (IAM) roadmap and strategy as we expand the platform (One Identity) to different business areas within Sky Group. You will be an authentication and access management specialist who will be comfortable developing, implementing, and maintaining secure and efficient IAM systems for our internal stakeholders.

• Design, develop, and implement IAM solutions using One Identity Manager.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure that IAM solutions meet business requirements, security standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop custom scripts and processes to extend the functionality of One Identity Manager.
• Configure and maintain connectors for identity sources such as Active Directory, LDAP, and HR systems.
• Perform IAM solution testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
• Be responsible for the development lifecycle, testing and deployment of your code, ensuring change compliance is maintained throughout.
• Proactively ensure that the platform remains in line with emerging technologies by ensuring upgrades are completed in a timely manner.
• Provide technical guidance to clients and other team members on IAM best practices, solution design, and implementation.
• Participate in the development and delivery of client training programs and technical documentation as required.
• Have an identity first approach with a sound understanding of the concept of least privileged.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments of the IAM stack identify and address any security gaps or vulnerabilities.
• Work with auditors to and supply evidence as required.
• Stay ahead of the security curve and make best practice recommendations to senior management (NIST, NCSC etc.)
• Be able to work autonomously on complex projects, gathering key information and making appropriate recommendations.
• Mentoring and support for other members of the Team.

• Solid understanding of Identity Governance and Administration platforms (preferably One Identity) with extensive demonstrable recent experience in the field.
• Strong understanding of IAM concepts and protocols such as LDAP, SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
• Expertise in cross platform scripting (TSQL, Powershell, bash etc)
• On premise and cloud directory services (LDAP, Azure AD, GSuite etc.)
• Be a subject matter expert on both legacy and modern authentication protocols.
• Have excellent security awareness including standards e.g., IS027001, NIST and CIS.
• Have a good understanding of Web APIs including SOAP, REST and GraphQL architectures.
• Have a good understanding of Access Controls and Identity Lifecycle management.
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills.

Our products, platforms and technologies are constantly evolving that's why keeping Sky safe from cyber–attacks is one of our top priorities. Our Cyber Security team helps the business grow while protecting our customers, colleagues and partners from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Our team includes Cyber Fusion Centre, Security Services, Risk and Compliance, Programme Delivery and Business Security, and we work across the UK, Italy and Germany. Join us and you'll get involved in tackling challenges and future threats in an ever–changing cyber landscape.

• Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
• The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate
• A generous pension package
• Private healthcare
• Discounted mobile and broadband
• A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences

We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.

We've embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You'll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.

Our lively campus is a free shuttle bus away from Livingston South train station and the town centre. Plus there's onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.

You'll be well fed at our subsidised canteen, and you can keep in shape at our onsite gym – or play a game of pool or table tennis.

Our Osterley Campus is a 10–minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers.

On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

Brick Lane is in the heart of the East End of London. It's part of a vibrant and diverse community; close to street food, cafes and shops. The closest tube station is Aldgate East and Liverpool Street is about a 10 minute walk.

Inventive, forward–thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It's a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next.

But better doesn't stop at what we do, it's how we do it, too. We embrace each other's differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet.

If you believe in better, we'll back you all the way.

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.