Skills

PowerShell Firewalls Monitoring VMware Problem-solving Networking Windows Active Directory Windows Server

Job Specifications

Contract Opportunity: Identity Solutions Engineer - DV Cleared

We are seeking an experienced Identity Solutions Engineer to support the implementation and lifecycle of a greenfield on-premise identity infrastructure. This is a hands-on technical role requiring deep expertise in Microsoft identity technologies and secure authentication practices.

Location: Wiltshire (Full-time on-site)
Duration: 9 months initial
Rate: 500 - 550 per day
Clearance: Active and transferable DV clearance required
Nationality Requirement: Sole British National only (no dual nationality)

Key Responsibilities

Deploy and configure identity infrastructure using Windows Server 2022, Active Directory, and ADFS
Implement federation services, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Collaborate with infrastructure, networking, and application teams to ensure seamless integration
Maintain technical documentation and support operational transition
Provide ongoing support, including incident resolution, patching, and performance optimisation
Identify opportunities for automation and service hardening

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven background in identity engineering or infrastructure roles within secure environments
Strong hands-on experience with:

Windows Server 2022
Active Directory (design, replication, GPOs)
ADFS (claims-based authentication, trust configuration)
Federation protocols (SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect)

Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, routing, firewalls)
Experience with VMware Cloud Foundation or similar private cloud technologies
Prior experience working in Defence or National Security environments

Desirable Skills

Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (or equivalent)
PowerShell scripting for automation
Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools for identity services
Exposure to hybrid identity models (on-prem/cloud)
Strong documentation and problem-solving capabilities

About the Company

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