Job Description
Job Title: Lead Identity Specialist Microsoft Entra
Contract: 6-month initial contract (Inside IR35)
Location: Sheffield Hybrid (3 days per week on-site)
Industry: Financial Services
About the Role
Our financial services client is seeking an accomplished Lead Identity Specialist to oversee the enterprise-wide design, deployment, and governance of Microsoft Entra. This is a senior, hands-on role requiring deep technical expertise and the ability to influence strategy, lead teams, and drive best-in-class Identity & Access Management (IAM) adoption.
You will serve as the organisations subject matter expert for Microsoft Entra, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM), Identity Protection, and Microsoft Defender for Identity, working closely with Application Owners, Security Architects, Technical Account Managers, and cross-functional engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead the enterprise architecture, deployment, and optimisation of Microsoft Entra services including Entra ID, Conditional Access, Identity Protection, PIM, CIEM, and Governance.
2. Provide direction and mentorship to Technical Account Managers, ensuring high-quality delivery aligned with IAM strategy.
3. Act as consult...