Genomics England partners with the NHS to provide whole genome sequencing diagnostics. We also equip researchers to find the causes of disease and develop new treatments – with patients and participants at the heart of it all.

Our mission is to continue refining, scaling, and evolving our ability to enable others to deliver genomic healthcare and conduct genomic research.

We are accelerating our impact and working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry to improve genomic testing, and help researchers access the health data and technology they need to make new medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted medicines for everybody.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Identity and Access Management (IAM) Solution Architect, with specialist knowledge of Okta and a broad knowledge of other related tools such as AWS Identity Centre, NHS CIS2, Azure AD and more.

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing and managing IAM solutions that leverage Okta’s capabilities to ensure secure and efficient access to our systems and applications across our cloud and on‑premise estate.

Key responsibilities include:

• Work with product, user design and research colleagues to identify and refine requirements for our IAM and Privileged Access Management (PAM) services.
• Design and implement IAM/PAM solutions using Okta to meet the organisation’s security and compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain IAM policies, standards and procedures.
• Integrate Okta with various applications and systems, ensuring seamless and secure access for users.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on IAM best practices and Okta‑specific configurations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into effective IAM solutions.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest trends and developments in IAM solutions and technologies to ensure our IAM architecture remains current.
• Troubleshoot and resolve IAM‑related issues, providing timely support to end‑users.
• Develop and deliver training and documentation to ensure effective use of IAM solutions.

Essential skills and experience:

• Strong understanding of IAM principles, standards and best practices.
• Proven experience as an IAM Solution Architect, with a strong focus on Okta.
• Architecture and design of a hub‑and‑spoke identity model using Okta as the central Identity Provider (IdP), with deep integration into AWS Identity and Active Directory environments.
• Deep knowledge of Okta, including IdP, Zero Trust principles, sign‑on policies and workflows.
• Experience with related IAM tools/technologies such as AWS Identity Centre, NHS CIS2, SCIM provisioning, SAML, OIDC, OAuth2, Kerberos, LDAP/LDAPS, RADIUS/TACACS+.
• Ability to confidently design, lead and deliver an enterprise‑grade IAM service using Okta, aligned with internal standards and roadmaps.
• Strong understanding of AD forest/domain design, group policy objects, delegation models and hybrid identity synchronisation with cloud IdPs.
• Deep understanding of identity governance: lifecycle management/JML, access reviews, federation and posture‑aware access, Zero Trust, adaptive authentication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust and connection across squads.
• Experience shaping and guiding architectural choices, both tactical and strategic.

Desirable skills and experience:

• Okta Certified Professional or Okta Certified Administrator.
• Alignment of IAM architectures to standards such as ISO27001, NIST, CIS and GDPR.
• Experience working in a Cloud Centre of Excellence (CCoE).
• Experience in healthcare, genomics or research domains.
• AWS certifications (Solutions Architect Associate/Professional).
• TOGAF Certification or equivalent.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field; or equivalent experience.

Salary

Salary from £93,600.

Benefits

• Generous leave: 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, additional leave for long service, and the option to apply for up to 30 days of remote working abroad annually (approval required).
• Family‑friendly: blended working arrangements, flexible working, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave benefits.
• Pension & financial: defined contribution pension (double‑matches up to 10 %), life assurance (3× salary), give‑as‑you‑earn scheme.
• Learning & development: individual learning budgets, training and certification support, reimbursement for one annual professional subscription (approval required).
• Recognition & rewards: employee recognition programme and referral scheme.
• Health & wellbeing: subsidised gym membership, free Headspace account, access to Employee Assistance Programme, eye tests, flu jabs.

Equal Opportunities

Genomics England is actively committed to providing and supporting an inclusive environment that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion best practice. All people are treated with respect regardless of disability, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, social background and other factors. All policies are non‑discriminatory and applied fairly. We do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying.

Culture & Working Model

We operate a blended working model with a minimum of two days in the office per month, except for roles requiring full‑time on‑site attendance. Offices are located at Canary Wharf, Cambridge and Leeds.

Background Checks

All successful candidates are subject to a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants must disclose any previous offences at point of application.

How to Apply

Submit your application by uploading your CV and completing the brief application form including your contact details and any availability. Please note application forms may include additional questions and privacy notices; these are mandatory for processing your application.