Across government, secure identity and access management is no longer a purely technical concern; it is fundamental to protecting organisational data, maintaining resilience and enabling secure, seamless access to services. As digital transformation accelerates and reliance on cloud-based platforms grows, strong Identity and Access Management (IDAM) capabilities are critical to ensuring that systems remain secure, compliant and fit for the future. Ofgem plays a vital role in the UKs energy system, protecting consumers and enabling a more secure, fair and sustainable energy future, and effective security and identity management is central to this mission.
Ofgem is on a significant transformation journey. Within the Digital, Data and Security Services (DDSS) directorate, we are strengthening the foundations of our technology and security landscape, modernising infrastructure and enhancing access control across our technology estate. As part of this, we are developing a comprehensive IDAM capability that supports secure access, improves user experience and meets regulatory and compliance requirements.
As a Principal IDAM Engineer, you will play a central role in defining and delivering Ofgems identity and access management strategy. You will be responsible for shaping and implementing enterprise-wide IDAM solutions, ensuring that identity governance, access controls and lifecycle management processes are robust, scalable and aligned with industry standards.
This is a senior, technically focused role with leadership responsibility. You will work across architecture, infrastructure, security and delivery teams, translating business and regulatory requirements into secure, practical solutions. You will also provide leadership and mentoring within the team, strengthening capability and embedding best practice in identity and access management across the organisation.
