IDAM Architect - Secure, on-site Hampshire

Classification Guides, Defence Security Policy and ITAR regulations.Design identity solutions supporting defence contractor personnel vetting (PRF) requirements.Architect data protection and encryption strategies aligned with defence security standards.Lead security risk assessments for IDAM systems and vulnerabilities.Design audit and logging capabilities supporting compliance and forensic requirements.IDAM Modernisation & ImplementationLead design and implementation of modern IDAM platforms (AD/Azure AD, Okta, Ping, ForgeRock).Design cloud-ready and hybrid identity solutions supporting multi-cloud environments.Guide API-driven identity architecture and microservices-based identity solutions.Lead IDAM system migrations and technology modernisation programmes.Technical Leadership & GovernanceLead IDAM technical teams and provide architectural mentoring.Establish IDAM design standards, architecture patterns and operational governance.Drive technical decision-making through IDAM design

reviews.Document IDAM architecture decisions and design specifications.Integration & OperationsDesign IDAM integration with enterprise applications, systems and cloud platforms.Architect identity federation, single sign-on (SSO) and cross-domain authentication.Support IDAM operational readiness, performance monitoring and incident response.Establish IDAM lifecycle management and continuous improvement processes.Customer & Stakeholder EngagementServe as technical authority for IDAM architecture discussions with customer leadership.Present identity and access management recommendations to defence programme teams.Lead IDAM design workshops and customer validation activities.What You'll BringPrevious experience in identity and access management within a architecture role.Proven experience designing enterprise-scale IDAM solutions.Strong background in defence, aerospace or government IDAM programmes.Demonstrated expertise with modern identity platforms (Azure AD, Okta, Ping, ForgeRock).Track
record of leading IDAM modernisation and technology transformation programmes.Deep expertise in IDAM architecture patterns, methodologies and best practices.Expert-level knowledge of identity technologies including LDAP, Active Directory, OAuth, SAML and OpenID Connect.Strong understanding of Azure AD, Office 365 identity, hybrid identity and cloud-native identity solutions.Proficiency in privilege access management (PAM), role/attribute-based access control (RBAC/ABAC).Knowledge of identity governance, access certification and entitlement management.Expertise in API security, service-to-service authentication and microservices identity.Understanding of cryptography, encryption and security protocols.Exceptional strategic thinking with strong technical depth.Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.Proven ability to lead technical teams and influence senior stakeholders.Commitment to security and compliance excellence.At
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