Endpoint Protection and Identity Access Management Lead
On site
Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
£ 80,000 / year
Full Time
09-01-2025
Job Specifications
Endpoint & IAM Lead
Location: Oxford (Hybrid - 1-2 days in the office per week)
Salary: Competitive
About the Role
We are seeking an Endpoint Protection & IAM Lead to spearhead the strategic integration of Microsoft-based Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Endpoint Protection solutions across our Security Operations and Optimization (SOO) functions.
As part of a greenfield cybersecurity build, you will play a pivotal role in shaping a modern, scalable cybersecurity framework under the guidance of our new CISO. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of a transformative journey, leveraging a substantial budget to deliver tools and solutions that align with industry best practices (eg, NIST).
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Drive the integration of IAM and endpoint security into the organization's cybersecurity strategy.
Collaborate with the CISO to align security initiatives with business objectives.
Oversee tool selection, process development, and implementation, managing a budget to map and optimize security functions.
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure effective partnerships and service delivery.
Technical Integration
Lead the transition to a Microsoft-focused security ecosystem, including:
Microsoft Defender for endpoint security.
Azure, Entra ID, and Active Directory for IAM.
Design and implement solutions that ensure seamless integration across SOO functions, fostering consistency and operational efficiency.
Act as a bridge between strategic planning and technical execution, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
Team Enablement
Provide strategic and technical guidance, fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness across the organization.
Balance high-level strategic responsibilities with hands-on involvement, particularly during early implementation phases.
Candidate Profile
Leadership Expertise
Proven track record in leading cybersecurity initiatives in a Microsoft-centric environment.
Exceptional communication skills, capable of influencing executive decision-making.
Strong vendor management and procurement capabilities, achieving maximum ROI.
Experience leading cross-functional integration projects with a strategic focus.
Technical Proficiency
In-depth expertise in Microsoft's security stack, including:
Microsoft Defender for endpoints.
Azure, Entra ID, and Active Directory.
Ability to assess and transform existing infrastructures into secure, scalable solutions.
Experience blending technical engineering expertise with a high-level strategic vision.
Additional Attributes
Commercially astute, with experience managing significant budgets.
Comfortable with hybrid working arrangements.
Strong focus on collaboration and driving organizational impact.
The Current Landscape
Greenfield cybersecurity build under a new CISO.
Transitioning to a Microsoft-focused environment from Cisco.
Aiming to integrate tools and policies across SOO functions with a focus on resilience, risk management, and adherence to standards like NIST.
Apply now to join our mission of building a resilient, secure future.
About the Company
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