Identity & Security Specialist

Company: TalentHawk
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Location: London
Job Description:

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

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Posted: March 23rd, 2026