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Identity and Access Management Consultant - London
London
Job No. r00211055
Full-time
Job Description
Identity and Access Management Consultant - London
Location: England or Scotland
Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application.
Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge.
We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too.
“Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us.” – Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO
In our team you will learn:
Architecture Design & Strategy: Design and implement comprehensive identity and access governance (IAG) strategies.
Develop and maintain the architecture for identity management, access control, authentication, and authorization solutions.
Ensure the alignment of IAG solutions with business objectives, security policies, and regulatory requirements.
Solution Development: Lead the development and deployment of IAG solutions, including role-based access control (RBAC), attribute-based access control (ABAC), and privilege management.
Design workflows for user provisioning, de-provisioning, access requests, approvals, and certifications.
Collaborate with software development teams to integrate IAG solutions with existing IT infrastructure and applications.
Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure that IAG solutions comply with relevant regulations, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOX.
Conduct risk assessments related to identity and access management and recommend mitigation strategies.
Implement and maintain audit trails and reporting mechanisms to track access and identity-related activities.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with security, IT, and business teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and ensure smooth implementation.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to teams involved in the implementation and maintenance of IAG solutions.
Communicate complex IAG concepts and solutions to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and understandable manner.
Qualifications
The following skills and experience are essential for this role
Essential Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, TOGAF) is a plus.
7+ years of experience in identity and access management (IAM) or security architecture.
Proven experience in designing and implementing IAG solutions in large-scale environments.
Technical Skills:Deep knowledge of identity governance and administration (IGA) tools like SailPoint, Okta, Oracle Identity Governance, or similar.
Strong understanding of access control models, identity federation, SSO, and MFA technologies.
Proficiency in security protocols such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and LDAP.
Experience with cloud-based identity management solutions (e.g., Azure AD, AWS IAM).
Set yourself apart:
Deep understanding of IGA principles and best practices.
Strong knowledge of identity and access management (IAM), security frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams.
What’s in it for you
At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!
Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there may be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.
About Accenture
Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. We combine unmatched experience and specialized capabilities across more than 40 industries — powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centres. With 733,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture brings continuous innovation to help clients improve their performance and create lasting value across their enterprises. Visit us at www.accenture.com
Accenture is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of society and does not discriminate on grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by applicable law.
Closing Date for Applications: 01/04/2025
Accenture reserves the right to close the role prior
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