Job Description
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.
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 identity model using Okta as the central Identity Provider (IdP), with deep integration into AWS Identity and Active Directory environments.
* Deep knowledge of Okta, primarily as an IdP, but also Okta Zero Trust principles, sign-on policies, workflows.
* Experience with a wide range of related IAM tools/technologies e.g. AWS Identity 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, GPOs, delegation models, and hybrid identity synchronisation with cloud IdPs.
* Deep understanding of identity governance, including lifecycle management (JML), access reviews and certification, federation and posture-aware access, Zero Trust principles.
* Strong interpersonal skills with a temperament that builds trust and connection within and across squads through open, honest communication.
* Comfortable engaging with teams both remotely and in person when required.
* Ability to navigate rapidly to effective solutions through engaged listening, clear documentation, and succinct presentation.
* Experience shaping and guiding architectural choices, both tactical and long-term.
Desirable Skills and Experience
* Relevant certifications, such as Okta Certified Professional or Okta Certified Administrator.
* Experience aligning IAM architectures to standards such as ISO27001, NIST, CIS, and 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
We are committed to investing in our people with a comprehensive benefits package, and we support career development, flexibility, and wellbeing. Our package includes:
* 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 (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 Give As You Earn.
* 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, access to Headspace, Employee Assistance Programme, eye tests, and flu jabs.
Equal opportunities Genomics England is committed to an inclusive environment that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and ensure fair treatment regardless of disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or social background.
Genomics England does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying. Our recruitment processes may include adjustments on request to support participation. DBS checks are part of our recruitment process where applicable.
Blended working model Genomics England operates a blended working model. Most roles involve some in-office presence with flexible patterns based on role and team needs. Office locations: Canary Wharf, Cambridge and Leeds.
Onboarding and background checks As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates may be subject to a Standard DBS check and disclosure of any offences as required by healthcare regulations.
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