Senior IAM Developer (One Identity)

Location for this position is flexible, we are accepting candidates who are able to work Hybrid in either our Livingston, London Osterley or Brick Lane Office.  

We don’t just believe in better. We make it happen.   

Better content. Better products. And better careers.   

Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, Sky Stream to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky.  

Role/Team overview  

Cyber Security 

Our products, platforms and technologies are constantly evolving that’s why keeping Sky safe from cyber-attacks is one of our top priorities. Our Cyber Security team helps the business grow while protecting our customers, colleagues and partners from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Our team includes Cyber Fusion Centre, Security Services, Risk and Compliance, Programme Delivery and Business Security, and we work across the UK, Italy and Germany. Join us and you’ll get involved in tackling challenges and future threats in an ever-changing cyber landscape. 

The Identity and Access Management (IAM) team is responsible for delivering and maintaining Sky’s corporate IAM technology services, enabling secure provisioning and governance of user identities and entitlements across Sky Group (UK, Italy, and Germany). 

What you’ll do  

• Design, develop, implement and maintain IAM solutions in One Identity Manager, including custom scripts, processes and connectors for identity sources such as Active Directory, LDAP and HR systems. 

• Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to deliver IAM solutions that meet business requirements, security standards and regulatory compliance, with an identity-first and least-privilege approach. 

• Own the development lifecycle for your solutions, including testing, troubleshooting, issue resolution, deployment and change compliance. 

• Keep the IAM platform aligned with emerging technologies through timely upgrades, regular audits and assessments, and by identifying and addressing security gaps or vulnerabilities. 

• Provide technical guidance on IAM best practice, solution design and implementation to clients and colleagues, and contribute to training and technical documentation where required. 

• Work autonomously on complex projects, support audits and evidence gathering, make best-practice recommendations to senior management (e.g. NIST, NCSC), and mentor other members of the team. 

What you’ll bring   

• Extensive experience with One Identity and other Identity Governance and Administration tools, with a strong understanding of IAM concepts, access controls and identity lifecycle management. 

• Strong knowledge of IAM and authentication protocols, including LDAP, SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and both legacy and modern authentication methods. 

• Expertise in cross-platform scripting (e.g. TSQL, PowerShell, Bash), web APIs (including SOAP, REST and GraphQL), and on-premise and cloud directory services such as LDAP, Azure AD and GSuite. 

• Excellent security awareness, with knowledge of standards and frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST and CIS. 

• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively across stakeholders and technical teams. 

Benefits and perks  

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks. Here’s a taster:   

• Free Sky TV including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema    

• Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution 

• Private healthcare with mental health support  

• Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance  

• Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect   

• Sharesave and Tech schemes  

• A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences   

How you’ll work  

We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 2 days in the office per week.  

Your office base   

Livingston 

Sky Watermark is our central site for Livingston, sitting between Glasgow and Edinburgh. With vibrant office spaces, chill-out areas, and an onsite canteen, it’s a great place to work and connect.   

The nearest train station is Livingston North. A Sky shuttle bus runs between the station and campus every 20 minutes throughout the day. Plus, there’s onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.  

OR 

Brick Lane

Brick Lane is in the heart of the East End of London. It's part of a vibrant and diverse community; close to street food, cafes and shops. The closest tube station is Aldgate East and Liverpool Street is about a 10 minute walk

Osterley 

Our Sky Group HQ. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and workspaces, there’s plenty of space to see your big ideas come to life. Here you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants and cafes. You can re-energise at our gym, catch the latest films at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.  

Our Osterley Campus is just a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station, or you can get one of our free shuttle buses from Osterley, Gunnersbury and Ealing Broadway stations. Plus, there’s free onsite parking available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.  

Who we are  

We’re Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you’ll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society. 

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need as early as you can.  

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.   

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media.