Solutions Architect

Leeds, UK / contract / Negotiable

Dom Linfield
Lead Consultant - Software Engineering
dom@briodigital.io
07700155675
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Role; Solutions Architect (Security & IAM)

Rate; £600/day Inside IR35

Duration; 2m with an extension due

Location; Leeds 1x/month

 

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Solutions Architect with expertise in Security and Identity & Access Management (IAM). This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and managing secure authentication and access control solutions within the Microsoft ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of identity protocols, authentication mechanisms, and governance frameworks.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of Identity & Access Management (IAM) solutions within the Microsoft technology stack.
  • Develop and enhance security strategies, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and government security standards.
  • Design and implement authentication and authorization solutions leveraging Active Directory (AD), Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), LDAP, and Single Sign-On (SSO).
  • Oversee and optimize access control policies and security configurations to safeguard sensitive information.
  • Ensure compliance with public sector security frameworks, regulatory requirements, and data protection laws.
  • Collaborate with security teams to assess risks, define mitigation strategies, and implement security enhancements.
  • Support incident response teams in investigating and resolving identity and access-related security incidents.
  • Provide technical leadership, guidance, and best practice recommendations to internal teams and stakeholders.

 

Key Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience as a Solutions Architect with a focus on Security and IAM in enterprise environments.
  • Expertise in Microsoft security technologies, including Active Directory (AD), Entra ID (Azure AD), LDAP, and related IAM tools.
  • Strong knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols such as OAuth, OpenID Connect, SAML, and Kerberos.
  • Hands-on experience with Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions.
  • Familiarity with Zero Trust principles and modern identity security frameworks.
  • Knowledge of public sector security regulations, compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials), and risk management frameworks.
  • Experience with cloud-based IAM solutions and hybrid identity models integrating on-prem and cloud environments.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect, SC-300 (Identity and Access Administrator), CISSP, or TOGAF are desirable.