Identity Architect

Identity Architect - Global organisation with a well known brand is seeking an Identity Architect to join their solution design team.

Our client are looking for a Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of their Customer Identity and Access Management solutions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of identity and access management principles, strong technical expertise, and the ability to create robust CIAM strategies aligned with business objectives.

The global business are going through a multi year digital transformation programme and this role will be pivotal in evaluating the current roadmaps and solutions and delivering seamless customer experiences across their platforms.

You will:

* Develop and lead the implementation of CIAM strategies, frameworks, and solutions to manage customer identities and access securely.
* Architect, design, and oversee the implementation of CIAM systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
* Collaborate with stakeholders, including business, security, and IT teams, to understand requirements and translate them into effective CIAM solutions.
* Define and implement authentication, authorization, and identity lifecycle management processes for customers accessing various digital services.
* Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends in CIAM and recommend solutions to enhance the overall security posture and user experience.
* Lead the integration of CIAM solutions with existing applications, third-party systems, and APIs.
* Conduct risk assessments and implement security best practices to safeguard customer data and privacy.

Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role:

* Proven experience working as a CIAM Architect or in a similar role focused on identity and access management.
* Strong understanding of identity concepts (FIDO, OAuth, SAML, OpenID Connect), authentication methods, and identity governance principles.
* Experience with CIAM platforms and tools such as ForgeRock, Microsoft Entra or similar solutions.
* Proficiency in designing and implementing secure, scalable, and high-performance CIAM architectures.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Industry certifications such as CIAM, CISSP, or related certifications are a plus.
* Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, GCP) and their identity services.
* Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards (GDPR, CCPA, etc.) related to customer data privacy.
* Experience in working with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

This company are focused on improving people's lives and health and offer their employees the structure to succeed whilst keeping a good work life balance.

£85,000 + 10% annual bonus and exceptional benefits.

Majority remote based with occasional travel to Staines, Manchester or London.

Sponsorship can be provided if you are currently based in the UK.

We are interviewing currently so apply now for immediate consideration for the Identity Architect position or contact Stuart Barnes at ITSS Recruitment for further information - (url removed)