The Role
We are seeking a Technical Architect specialising in Identity & Access Management (IDAM) to support the design and delivery of secure identity solutions within complex public sector environments.
This role will focus on architecting and implementing identity platforms across Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, and hybrid identity environments, integrating with M365, Azure, AWS, and on-prem infrastructure. The successful candidate will ensure identity services are secure, scalable and aligned with modern Zero Trust and access governance principles.
You will work closely with security, infrastructure, and engineering teams to design identity architectures that support secure access to enterprise systems and cloud services.
Key Responsibilities
Identity Architecture
- Design and implement enterprise IDAM architectures across Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, and hybrid identity environments
- Develop identity strategies covering authentication, federation, SSO, MFA, and lifecycle management
- Architect identity solutions supporting M365, Azure, AWS, and on-prem infrastructure
Access & Security Controls
- Design and enforce least privilege access models and identity governance controls
- Implement modern identity security capabilities including Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Zero Trust frameworks
- Ensure identity architecture aligns with security frameworks and regulatory requirements
Identity Integration
- Lead integration of identity platforms with enterprise applications, cloud services, and SaaS platforms
- Design and support SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and federation services
- Support secure onboarding of applications into centralised identity platforms
Technical Leadership
- Provide architectural guidance across engineering and security teams
- Produce architecture documentation, security design artefacts and technical roadmaps
- Support delivery teams in implementing identity solutions aligned with architectural principles
Stakeholder Engagement
- Work with senior technical stakeholders to translate business requirements into secure identity architecture
- Support public sector programmes delivering secure digital services at scale
Requirements
- Strong experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and Okta
- Experience with JML processes and retrofitting MFA solutions onto existing systems.
- Experience architecting hybrid identity environments
- Strong understanding of authentication protocols (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect)
- Experience designing identity solutions within Azure and/or AWS cloud environments
- Knowledge of M365 identity integration
- Experience designing Zero Trust identity models
- Experience in public sector or regulated environments
Desirable
- Experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) and identity governance solutions
- Knowledge of NIST, ISO27001 or government security frameworks
This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview
Benefits
Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy.
By joining us you can expect
- Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
- Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
- Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
- A supportive and collaborative environment
Development – access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training
Wellness – 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme
Flexible Working – including home working and part time
Social – office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes
Time Off – 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year
Volunteering – 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation
Pension – Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution
Life Assurance – of 4 times base salary
Private Medical Insurance – which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
Worldwide Travel Insurance – which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
Travel – season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme
For a full list of benefits please visit our website (www.methods.co.uk/careers/benefits)
Top Skills
What We Do
Methods is the leading digital transformation partner for the UK public sector. We care deeply about making our public services better and have been doing this for 28 years.
Methods partners with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way public sector operates in the UK. Our mission is to help safeguard public-facing services and apply digital thinking to make sure the future of our public services is centred around citizens.
Committed to having social impact, we enjoy an enviable track record of delivering real savings and benefits. We do this by helping you move from vertically integrated legacy infrastructure to a platform business model – allowing you to keep infrastructure costs low and focus on doing what you do best i.e. delivering front-end services.
With Methods, you access a range of specialist skills and industry expertise to transform your organisation for the digital age, break free of expensive suppliers, and take control of your customer relationships and operating model.
Further information on Methods Group can be found at www.methods.co.uk.
