Senior Identity & Privileged Access Management (IAM/PAM) Architect

Senior Identity & Privileged Access Management (IAM/PAM) Architect

Location: Dublin (Hybrid)
Type: Contract

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior IAM/PAM Architect to lead the design, implementation and governance of enterprise-wide identity and privileged access management solutions within a highly secure and complex environment.

This is a key role for a senior security professional with deep expertise across Microsoft identity technologies, Identity Governance & Administration (IGA), Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Zero Trust security principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the IAM and PAM architecture strategy across the organisation.
• Design, deploy and secure Microsoft identity platforms, including Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Group Policy, DNS and privileged identities.
• Develop identity lifecycle processes covering Joiners, Movers and Leavers (JML), access governance, recertification and audit requirements.
• Implement and optimise Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Conditional Access and modern authentication solutions.
• Lead PAM initiatives including privileged account onboarding, credential vaulting, session monitoring and access request workflows.
• Integrate IAM/PAM capabilities with HR, ITSM and enterprise security platforms.
• Support compliance, risk and audit activities through robust identity governance and reporting.
• Provide senior technical leadership and guidance on identity security and Zero Trust best practices.

Required Experience

• 7+ years' experience in a senior IAM, infrastructure or identity-focused role within a large enterprise environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with:
  • Active Directory
  • Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
  • Group Policy
  • DNS
  • Service Accounts
  • Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
  • Conditional Access
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
  • Passwordless Authentication
• Proven expertise in Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
• Experience designing and operating hybrid identity environments.
• Strong understanding of identity security, privileged access controls and Zero Trust architecture.

Desirable Experience

• Experience with enterprise PAM platforms such as:
  • CyberArk
  • BeyondTrust
  • Delinea
• Public sector, policing or other highly regulated enterprise experience.
• Relevant Microsoft Identity or Security certifications.
• CyberArk Defender or Privileged Access Manager certifications.