Overview
The Senior Identity and Access Control Lead is responsible for governance of user access controls across AVEVA’s business-critical systems and is accountable for executing identity lifecycle processes across in-scope platforms, ensuring provisioning, de-provisioning, periodic reviews, and privileged access are properly documented, risk-assessed, and compliant with internal control requirements. This includes leading regular access reviews, coordinating identity-related ITGCs, and ensuring evidence supports PCAOB/SOX compliance. This role will work closely with platform teams, control owners, and auditors to ensure identity-related risks are appropriately managed and access processes are operated in a secure, consistent, and compliant manner.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead execution of identity lifecycle processes including user provisioning, de-provisioning, and Joiner-Mover-Leaver (JML) workflows
* Enforce role-based access control (RBAC), segregation of duties (SoD), and provisioning standards across enterprise systems
* Coordinate periodic access reviews, privileged access monitoring, and emergency/firefighter access governance
* Maintain audit-ready documentation and demonstrate operational effectiveness of access control processes
* Collaborate with application owners, control stakeholders, and internal/external auditors to validate identity-related ITGCs
* Recommend improvements to strengthen access governance, documentation, and evidence traceability
* Mentor junior access control analysts and contribute to establishing a sustainable Identity Control capability within the first line of defence
* Guide stakeholders on access control standards and remediation activities
Essential Requirements
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Security, Information Technology, or a related discipline
* 5+ years of experience in identity governance, access management, or IT compliance
* Strong understanding of RBAC, SoD principles, and identity-related general IT controls
* Hands-on experience with SAP, Salesforce, Oracle, Workday, or similar enterprise platforms
* Familiarity with PCAOB/SOX frameworks and access control requirements
* Experience using Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint), ServiceNow, or identity management tools
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience with audit and stakeholder interaction
Desired Skills
* Certifications such as CIAM, CAMS, CRISC, or equivalent
* Experience supporting PCAOB/SOX readiness programs in regulated environments
* Exposure to identity access governance platforms or user provisioning tools
* Understanding of GDPR, cloud access models, or data access risk
* Knowledge of ITIL, NIST, or other governance and control frameworks
About AVEVA
AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software with more than 6,500 employees in over 40 countries. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals – safely, efficiently, and more sustainably. We are committed to embedding sustainability and inclusion into our operations, culture, and core business strategy.
We pride ourselves on a collaborative, inclusive and authentic culture that provides a framework allowing for autonomy, whilst always being available for support and guidance. The energy and sense of purpose is evident when talking to team members, you will feel part of something special from the first day you join.
Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/
Benefits and Working Arrangements
UK Benefits include: Flexible benefits fund, emergency leave days, adoption leave, 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension, life cover, private medical insurance, parental leave, education assistance program. Hybrid working: by default, employees are expected to be in their local AVEVA office three days a week, but some positions are fully office-based. Roles supporting particular customers or markets are sometimes remote.
Hiring Process
Interested? Submit your cover letter and CV through our application portal. AVEVA is committed to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities. Please let us know in advance if you need reasonable support during your application process. Find out more: aveva.com/en/about/careers/hiring-process
Other
AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a drug screening and comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may include verification of educational attainment, employment history, work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, and credit check where permitted. AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify your recruiter. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
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