IAM Technical Architect

Methods Business and Digital Technology

London, England, United Kingdom Hybrid permanent

Posted: January 14, 2026

Job Description

Description

Technical Architect - Permanent

Location: Hybrid (UK-Based)

Clearance: SC Eligible

Organisation: Methods Business and Digital Technology

Overview

Methods is looking for an experienced Security Architect with technical and data architecture knowledge to support workstreams within the a customer specific project and other Data/AI projects.

The role requires deep technical expertise, strong architecture governance capability, and experience aligning platforms to Government Digital Services (GDS) standards, information governance policies and enterprise best practice.

Requirements:
• Architectural Strategy & Leadership
• Platform Design and Integration
• Policy Governance & Best Practice
• Technical Delivery Support

Essential Skills & Experience

· Strong experience as a Technical Architect within large public sector or regulated environments.

· Expertise in designing and governing solutions.

· SAML 2.0 ,OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC) , Kerberos, RBAC, ABAC, PBAC, ReBAC, JWT, Entra, Auth0, Okta

· Knowledge of GDS service standards, cloud security principles and secure design patterns.

· Ability to define technical policy, governance frameworks and platform best practice.

· Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including presenting complex architecture concepts clearly.

Benefits:
Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy.

By joining us you can expect

• Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
• Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
• Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
• A supportive and collaborative environment

Development – access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training

Wellness – 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme

Flexible Working – including home working and part time

Social – office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes

Time Off – 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year

Volunteering – 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation

Pension – Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution

Life Assurance – of 4 times base salary

Private Medical Insurance – which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)

Worldwide Travel Insurance – which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay

Travel – season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme

For a full list of benefits please visit our website (www.methods.co.uk/careers/benefits)

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