Identity & Access Management - IAM - 4 month contract - government - SC Clearance - Abingdon Hybrid (3 days onsite)

I have an immediate opportunity for an IAM Specialist to join an ongoing programme with our government client.

Due to the urgency and nature of the role, candidates will ideally hold active SC Clearance.

As the IAM Specialist, you'll lead the hands-on delivery of an IGA platform to support end-to-end identity life cycle management. The role exists to establish reliable joiner-mover-leaver processes, automated approval workflows, and integrated access controls across key business and contractor systems. You'll act as the technical subject matter expert for the IGA implementation, collaborating with stakeholders to embed effective access governance.

I am keen to speak with candidates who have:

• Hands-on experience implementing IGA platforms (for example SailPoint, Saviynt, Omada, One Identity, or similar).
• Proven experience integrating IGA solutions with Microsoft Entra ID/Azure AD and connecting HR systems or databases as authoritative sources.
• Strong understanding of identity life cycle management, JML process automation, approval workflows, and access request processes.
• Knowledge of access certification, recertification, attestation campaigns, and RBAC modelling, including role mining and entitlement management.
• Experience with application connector development and configuration, plus strong troubleshooting skills for provisioning and synchronisation issues.
• Strong understanding of authentication protocols such as SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and SCIM, and knowledge of directory services (Active Directory, LDAP) and hybrid identity.
• Working knowledge of security frameworks including ISO 27001 and NIST CSF, with good documentation skills for technical configurations and runbooks.
• Desirable: relevant STEM degree, IGA vendor certifications, Microsoft SC-300, Scripting skills (PowerShell or Python), API integration experience, and exposure to ITSM workflows or regulated environments.

Apply now for immediate consideration!