Job Specifications
IAM Business Analyst
Role Type: Contract
Duration: 6 months
Day Rate: PS510 (Inside IR35)
Location: Reading (Hybrid - 4 days in office)
We are seeking a Senior IAM Business Analyst with proven expertise in Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) and Access Management (AM), with Privileged Access Management (PAM) knowledge considered advantageous. This role requires a highly credible professional who can engage with senior management (VP level and above), influence decisions regarding the IAM Target Operating Model (TOM), and secure agreement on accountability and responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Support Target Operating Model (TOM) discussions at the operational level, defining IAM processes that align with organizational objectives.
Design, document, and standardize IAM processes, ensuring clarity in roles and responsibilities using RACI frameworks.
Identify resource requirements to support IAM processes and activities effectively.
Gather, analyse, and validate business and technical requirements for IAM initiatives.
Design and manage identity life cycle processes, including SSO, MFA, and workflow configurations.
Provide training and knowledge transfer to teams and stakeholders on IAM processes.
Produce comprehensive process documentation, blueprints, and operational guides.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the implementation of IAM solutions.
Recommend improvements and support adoption of IAM best practices.
Required Skills & Experience
Extensive experience as a Business Analyst in IAM projects.
Strong knowledge of IAM security standards and regulatory requirements.
Hands-on experience in IGA, AM, and PAM process design and implementation.
Proficient in identity life cycle management, SSO, MFA, and workflow automation.
Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
Experience creating and documenting requirements, processes, and procedures.
Knowledge of IAM tools and platforms, including Microsoft Entra ID, SailPoint (IQ & NERM), CIAM, CyberArk.
Ability to deliver training and workshops to business and technical teams.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
Desirable Skills & Attributes
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts clearly.
Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate future security challenges.
Strong influencing and persuasion skills to drive adoption of IAM best practices.
Collaborative team player with experience working across development, operations, compliance, and audit teams.
Leadership and mentorship capabilities, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Adaptable and resilient, thriving in fast-paced and evolving environments.
Meticulous attention to detail in process design and review, ensuring no critical gaps.
Please email CV to (see below) for immediate consideration
About the Company
In late 2009, Stott and May was founded on the belief that hiring managers should never have to make the choice between time to hire and quality of candidate. We noticed a gap in the market for a search offering that can combine the speed of contingent recruitment with a high value, high touch, insightful service more commonly found in the executive search space. A talent solution that's helpful, engaging, collaborative and stacked full of value-add. Built with the flexibility to provide our partners with a choice of best pr...
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