Identity Engineer (Public Sector and Defence)

SEARCHABILITY (NS&D) LIMITED · Bristol, South West

Identity Engineer (Public Sector and Defence) at SEARCHABILITY (NS&D) LIMITED, based in Bristol, South West, paying £75,000 per annum. This is a permanent role with hybrid working.

Salary
£75,000 per annum
Location
Bristol, South West · Hybrid
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
23 Oct 2026
Sector
Security

About 28% above the going rate for security

Reference https://searchabilitynsd.co.uk/job/identity-engineer-public-sector-and-defence/

About the role

Identity Engineer – London / Bristol, UK

  • Up to £75,000 Depending On Experience
  • Hybrid working with 3 days onsite
  • Active SC clearance or higher required

ABOUT THE CLIENT

Our client is a highly respected consultancy operating at the forefront of technology and security, delivering critical programmes across government and defence environments. They are known for investing in their people, fostering collaboration, and tackling complex challenges that genuinely make a difference. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an Identity Engineer to join their expanding cyber capability.

THE BENEFITS

  • Structured career progression and development pathways
  • Ongoing training in cloud security, IAM, and modern security practices
  • Exposure to large-scale, meaningful projects
  • Collaborative and inclusive working environment
  • Hybrid working model
  • Supportive culture focused on wellbeing and growth

THE IDENTITY ENGINEER ROLE:

As an Identity Engineer, you will support the design, implementation, and optimisation of Identity and Access Management solutions across secure environments. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable identity services, while contributing to access control, monitoring, and compliance activities.

You will also:

  • Assist with IAM solution design and integration
  • Support access management and identity governance processes
  • Investigate and resolve IAM-related issues
  • Contribute to audits and compliance activities
  • Help develop IAM policies, documentation, and training
  • Stay up to date with emerging threats and best practices

IDENTITY ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

  • Experience with IAM concepts and tools
  • Knowledge of SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect
  • Understanding of cloud security principles
  • Experience supporting secure systems or infrastructure
  • Strong communication skills, both technical and non-technical
  • Active SC clearance, and eligibility for DV clearance

TO BE CONSIDERED:

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly. For further information, please get in touch. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS

IAM, Identity Engineer, SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, Cloud Security, Access Management, SC Clearance, Cyber Security, NSD

Reference: https://searchabilitynsd.co.uk/job/identity-engineer-public-sector-and-defence/ · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 23 Oct 2026 · Listed via SEARCHABILITY (NS&D) LIMITED

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