IAM Specialist (Contract)

About the role

We are supporting a public sector client delivering a large Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) programme. The IAM Specialist will lead the hands‑on implementation and configuration of the IGA platform, working within a cyber‑security team to integrate with Microsoft Entra ID and connect authoritative sources such as HR and contractor databases.

Key responsibilities

• Implement and configure an IGA platform such as SailPoint, Saviynt, Omada or One Identity.
• Integrate the IGA solution with Microsoft Entra ID and connect authoritative sources including HR systems and contractor databases.
• Design and implement joiner‑mover‑leaver processes with automated provisioning, de‑provisioning and approval workflows.
• Configure application connectors for Active Directory, Entra ID, SaaS and on‑prem systems.
• Implement access certifications, RBAC models and segregation‑of‑duties controls.
• Configure SSO and federation using SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect and SCIM.
• Troubleshoot provisioning, synchronization and connector issues.
• Maintain technical documentation and support audit and compliance activities.

Required profile

• Hands‑on delivery experience with IGA platforms (SailPoint, Saviynt, Omada, One Identity or similar).
• Strong experience integrating with Microsoft Entra ID.
• Experience connecting HR systems or other authoritative data sources.
• Solid understanding of joiner‑mover‑leaver automation and identity lifecycle management.
• Experience building approval workflows and access request processes.
• Active SC clearance.

Required skills

• SailPoint
• Saviynt
• Omada
• One Identity
• Microsoft Entra ID
• SAML
• OAuth 2.0
• OpenID Connect
• SCIM
• Active Directory
• LDAP

What we offer

• Rate up to £550 per day.
• Initial 3‑month contract, outside IR35.
• Hybrid working – 1‑2 days per week on site in Abingdon.
• Opportunity to work on a large public‑sector IAM programme.