Home
Jobs
TalentHawk
Identity & Security Specialist

Identity & Security Specialist

Hybrid

London, United kingdom

£ 70,000 /year

Full Time

09-03-2026

Share this job:

Score my CV

Skills

PowerShell Monitoring Azure Active Directory

Job Specifications

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Identity & Security Specialist with a strong focus on Privileged Access Management (PAM) and modern identity security practices. This role is ideal for a technically strong professional with hands-on experience across Active Directory, Microsoft Intune, CyberArk, and Microsoft Sentinel, who can enhance and secure enterprise identity infrastructure.

You will play a key role in strengthening our security posture by implementing, managing, and optimising identity and privileged access controls across on-premises and cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions, primarily CyberArk
Administer and secure Active Directory (AD) environments
Manage endpoint and identity policies via Microsoft Intune
Monitor, detect, and respond to security events using Microsoft Sentinel
Implement least privilege access models and Zero Trust principles
Conduct access reviews, privileged account audits, and remediation activities
Support identity lifecycle management (joiners, movers, leavers automation)
Strengthen authentication controls including MFA, Conditional Access, and RBAC
Collaborate with Security Operations and Infrastructure teams to mitigate identity-based risks
Contribute to identity governance and compliance initiatives

Required Skills & Experience

Strong hands-on experience with:
Active Directory (AD)
Microsoft Intune
CyberArk (PAM administration & onboarding)
Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM monitoring & alerting)
Solid understanding of:
Privileged Access Management frameworks
Identity governance & administration (IGA)
Zero Trust security principles
Conditional Access & MFA
Experience supporting hybrid (on-prem & Azure) environments
Knowledge of PowerShell scripting for automation
Understanding of security best practices and compliance requirements

Desirable Skills

Experience with Azure AD / Entra ID
Exposure to Defender for Identity / Endpoint
Security certifications (e.g., CISSP, SC-300, AZ-500, CyberArk Defender)
Experience in regulated environments

About the Company

TalentHawk is an International technology search and delivery consultancy with IT vendor selection skills that provides end-to-end solutions to organisations seeking maximum benefit from their technology solutions. Our mission is to transform the performance of your business through the acquisition of top tier technology executives and the optimisation of your delivery strategies. Our distinct market positioning and unique insight into sourcing strategies and talent acquisition enables us to deliver outstanding results ac... Know more