Solutions Architect - IAM (We have office locations in Cambridge, Leeds and London)

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Overview

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.

Role

Here at Genomics England, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced 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 etc.

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.

You will be a key member of our team working with product managers, engineers and suppliers to determine how our IAM solution evolves as part of GEL’s Cloud Centre of Excellence (CCoE). This Solutions Architect role sits within the Scalable Tech Service and underpins our Healthcare and Research services as well as our operational business functions. Your previous roles will include having designed and implemented large-scale and access management solutions with multiple complex cohorts.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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 organization'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 model using Okta as the central Provider (IdP), with deep integration into AWS and Active Directory environments.
  • Deep knowledge of Okta, primarily as an IdP, but also Okta Zero Trust principles, sign-on policies, workflows.
  • Experience of a wide range of related IAM tools/technologies e.g. AWS Centre, NHS CIS2, SCIM provisioning, SAML, OIDC, OAuth2, Kerberos, LDAP/LDAPS, RADIUS/TACACS+
  • Ability to design 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 (GPOs), delegation models, and hybrid synchronisation with cloud IdPs.
  • Deep understanding of governance, including:
    • Lifecycle management / JML (Joiner-Mover-Leaver)
    • Access reviews and certification
    • Federation and posture-aware access
    • Zero Trust principles and adaptive authentication models
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a temperament that builds trust and connection within and across squads through open, honest communication.
  • Comfortable engaging responsively with teams both remotely and in person when required.
  • Ability to navigate rapidly to effective solutions through engaged and inclusive listening, clarity of thought, clear documentation, and succinct presentation.
  • Experience shaping and guiding architectural choices, both tactical as well as long-term architectural strategy and direction.

Desirable Skills and Experience

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

Qualifications

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

Additional Information

Salary From: £93,600

Closing Date: Monday 27th October at 23:00 (UK time)

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 (Genomics England double-matches up to 10%), Life Assurance (3x salary), and a Give As You Earn scheme.
  • Learning & Development: Individual learning budgets, support for training and certifications, and reimbursement for one annual professional subscription (approval required).
  • Recognition & Rewards: Employee recognition programme and referral scheme.
  • Health & Wellbeing: Subsidised gym membership, a free Headspace account, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, eye tests, flu jabs.

Equal opportunities and our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Genomics England is actively committed to providing and supporting an inclusive environment that promotes equity, and best practice within our community and in any area where we have influence. We are proud of our diverse community where everyone can come to work and feel welcomed and treated with respect regardless of gender, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, being or recently becoming a parent, beliefs, or length of service. Genomics England’s policies of non-discrimination and equity will be applied fairly to all people, regardless of gender or other status. Genomics England does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying at work.

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Location:
City Of London, England, United Kingdom
Salary:
£125,000 - £150,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
IT & Technology

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