IAM / PAM Architect Engineer - London (x2)
22 hours ago
City of London
IAM & PAM Architects – Manager Level Location: UK (Flexible / Hybrid) Practice: Identity & Access Management (IAM) As cyber threats grow and digital landscapes evolve, identity has become the new security perimeter. We’re working with a leading consulting organisation that’s helping some of the UK’s most high-impact institutions redefine how they manage identity, trust, and access. If you're passionate about making security smarter, driving strategy, and leading change , this is your opportunity to work at the forefront of IAM and PAM transformation across financial services, government, and large enterprise environments. About the Opportunity As a Manager within the IAM & PAM practice, you won’t just deliver technology , you’ll shape client strategies, guide transformation programmes, and lead teams solving some of the most complex identity challenges in the UK. This is a blended role that spans leadership, delivery, and technical depth across key platforms such as Saviynt, SailPoint, and CyberArk. What You’ll Be Doing Leadership & Delivery • Lead talented teams delivering IAM/PAM projects from discovery to go-live and beyond., • Act as the key liaison between clients and technical teams, ensuring alignment on vision, timelines, and quality., • Mentor junior team members and contribute to building internal capability and delivery excellence. Solution Design • Work directly with clients to understand business and security needs, and translate them into fit-for-purpose IAM and PAM solutions., • Architect scalable, secure, and compliant implementations across cloud, infrastructure, and application environments. Build & Implementation • Oversee configuration and integration across leading IAM/PAM platforms (e.g. SailPoint, Saviynt, CyberArk)., • Lead technical workshops and ensure robust deployment of policies, roles, certifications, and access controls. Strategy & Innovation • Advise on IAM/PAM strategy, governance models, operating models, and roadmap development., • Stay ahead of trends, product updates, and regulatory changes shaping the identity landscape. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for professionals with a strong mix of client-facing experience, technical delivery, and team leadership within IAM or PAM environments. Core Skills & Experience: • Hands-on delivery experience with one or more IAM/PAM platforms (Saviynt, SailPoint, CyberArk, or similar)., • Strong understanding of IGA, authentication, access control, privileged access, role management, and identity lifecycle., • Proven ability to lead client engagements in regulated or complex environments., • Familiarity with integrating identity platforms with cloud and enterprise systems (e.g. Azure AD, Workday, SAP)., • Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methods. Preferred: • Professional certifications (e.g. SailPoint Certified Implementation Specialist, CyberArk Defender/Guardian, or Saviynt certifications)., • Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.) are highly desirable., • Background in consulting, professional services, or large-scale digital transformation programmes., • Experience in financial services, public sector, or other regulated industries (SC clearance is a bonus). What’s in It for You? • Join one of the UK’s leading IAM practices., • Work on impactful transformation programmes with major UK clients., • Shape the future of identity strategy, not just delivery., • Career growth, certification support, and flexible hybrid working. Next Steps Ready to lead from the front in a fast-growing, high-impact IAM environment? Apply today to start a confidential conversation. Our Commitment At Entasis Partners, we’re committed to building diverse teams and fostering inclusive environments. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Let me know if you'd like a version specifically tailored to contract roles, perm only, or one that’s more technical vs more strategic