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Position ID J1025-1047 | Employment Type: Full Time | Location: Chippenham, England, United Kingdom
Position Description
At CGI, we empower our architects to shape the future of secure digital transformation. As a Technical Architect, you’ll design and deliver a next‑generation on‑premise identity solution that underpins the resilience and security of our clients’ most critical systems. You’ll help define and implement a scalable, future‑ready access management platform that ensures seamless connectivity and trust across complex environments. This is your opportunity to take ownership of a greenfield solution that drives real‑world impact, harnessing creativity and technical excellence to help CGI’s clients stay ahead in an evolving digital landscape.
We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching). We are committed to inclusivity and building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent.
Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance.
Key Responsibilities
 * Lead & Innovate: Drive the design and architecture of a new on‑premise identity solution using Windows Server 2022, Active Directory, and ADFS.
 * Develop & Deliver: Define technical standards, principles, and direction for a secure IAM environment.
 * Mentor & Support: Guide engineering teams through build and deployment phases, ensuring alignment with design intent.
 * Integrate & Secure: Design and configure federation services, SSO, and RBAC models aligned to business needs.
 * Collaborate & Govern: Partner with security, networking, and application teams to ensure smooth integration and operational readiness.
 * Document & Communicate: Produce comprehensive architecture documentation and provide ongoing governance for solution stability and compliance.
Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role
You should have strong experience architecting and delivering Microsoft-based identity solutions in secure or regulated environments, with proven expertise in Active Directory, ADFS, and federation technologies. You’ll bring both strategic thinking and hands‑on technical depth, with excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to problem‑solving.
Essential Skills And Experience
 * Extensive experience as a Solution or Technical Architect specialising in Microsoft identity solutions.
 * Proven track record delivering greenfield IAM environments.
 * Deep expertise in Windows Server 2022, AD, and ADFS configuration.
 * Strong knowledge of SAML, OAuth 2.0, and OpenID Connect federation models.
 * Experience designing and implementing SSO and RBAC frameworks.
 * Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, routing, firewalls, load balancing).
 * Proven leadership and mentoring experience with engineering teams.
 * Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Desirable
 * Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate or Solutions Architect Expert.
 * Experience with hybrid identity integration and PowerShell automation.
 * Prior experience in Defence or secure government environments.
Skills
 * Defense
 * Identity and Access Management (IAM)
 * Infrastructure architecture
 * Solution Design
What You Can Expect From Us
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect, and belonging. You will be invited to be an owner from day one as we work together to bring our Dream to life. Your work creates value, and you’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
We support you with leaders who care about your health and well‑being and provide opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Join one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
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