Shape the Future of Enterprise Security and Privileged Access ManagementAre you passionate about cybersecurity, identity management, privileged access management, and protecting critical business systems? We're looking for an Identity & Access Management (IAM) Technology Analyst to join our growing security team and play a key role in supporting, enhancing, and maturing IAM and Privileged Access Management (PAM) capabilities across a complex enterprise environment.In this role, you'll help ensure the right people have the right access to the right resources at the right time, with a particular focus on ensuring privileged access is granted securely, used appropriately, and governed effectively.As an IAM Technology Analyst with a PAM focus, you will:Support the design, implementation, and enhancement of Identity and Access Management solutions, with a particular focus on Privileged Access Management controls across privileged accounts, service accounts, administrative access paths, enterprise platforms, and critical applicationsCollaborate with security, infrastructure, application, and PAM/IAM teams to ensure services align with security standards, business requirements, and strategic objectivesAssist with onboarding applications, privileged accounts, service accounts, and platforms into the IAM and PAM ecosystem, ensuring secure and compliant access controls are establishedTroubleshoot and resolve complex IAM and PAM-related issues across a variety of technologies, platforms, and environments, including privileged access failures, vaulting, password rotation, session management, and temporary access processesConduct access, privileged access, and risk assessments, helping identify security risks, control gaps, and practical remediation optionsDevelop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and procedures to support IAM and PAM operations, governance, audit readiness, and control monitoringContribute to the development of automation capabilities that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of access management and privileged access management processesAnalyse recurring IAM and PAM incidents, identify root causes, and help implement preventative measures to improve service stability, control effectiveness, and security postureDrive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, technologies, privileged access controls, and security outcomesSupport special projects and contribute to broader cybersecurity, IAM, PAM, and technology transformation initiativesWhat it takesWe're interested in candidates who bring a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and a passion for security, with an interest in privileged access management and operational controls.RequiredExperience working in Information Security, Identity & Access Management, Privileged Access Management, Network Administration, or a related IT disciplineUnderstanding of identity lifecycle management, authentication, authorization, access controls, least privilege, privileged account lifecycle management, and secure administration practicesExperience supporting enterprise technology platforms and troubleshooting complex technical issues, ideally involving privileged access, administrative accounts, access controls, or security toolingStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify access and privileged access risks and recommend practical solutionsExcellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams, including security, infrastructure, application, audit, and business stakeholdersUndergraduate degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experiencePreferredExperience with IAM and PAM platforms such as Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Privileged Identity Management, SailPoint, CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea, Okta, Ping Identity, or similar technologiesKnowledge of Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), vaulted credentials, password rotation, just-in-time access, session monitoring, and privileged access reviewsFamiliarity with Active Directory, LDAP, role-based access controls, privileged groups, service accounts, and security best practicesExperience with automation, scripting, workflow technologies, reporting, or control monitoring capabilities that support IAM and PAM operationsSpecial FactorsVanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this positionThis is a hybrid position and would require you to work in the office 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)Please note that we review applications on a rolling basis and may close this role early if there is a high level of interest. To avoid missing out, we recommend applying as soon as possibleWhy Vanguard?Vanguard is a different kind of investment company. It was founded in the United States in 1975 on a simple but revolutionary idea: that an investment company should manage its funds solely in the interests of its clients. This is a philosophy that has helped millions of people around the world to achieve their goals with low-cost, uncomplicated investments. It's what we stand for: value to investors. Inclusion StatementVanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.” We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values. When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose: to take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.How We WorkVanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.SummaryLocation: Manchester, United Kingdom; London, United KingdomType: Full time
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