Lead Cyber Security Analyst – Identity and Access Management

Scottish Development International

Lead IAM security strategy and operations for Social Security Scotland, protecting digital public services and citizen data. Deliver access governance, incident response, risk assessments, and continuous improvement across cloud-first systems.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeGlasgow • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSenior💰 £49,401 - £59,152 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and operationalizing Cyber Security capabilities, with a strong focus on Identity and Access Management (IAM) controls and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Proven ability to lead incident management processes and provide technical leadership in a cloud-first environment.

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Identity And Access Management (IAM)Privileged Access Management (PAM)Incident ManagementCyber Security StrategySecurity Check National Security Vetting

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Hard Skills

Cyber Security OperationsIdentity Lifecycle AutomationAccess GovernanceSecurity Risk AssessmentVulnerability AssessmentTest Script DocumentationIncident Response MethodologiesRoot Cause AnalysisUser Lifecycle ProcessesAccess Rights Guidance

Soft Skills

Changing And Improving BehaviourLeadership Behaviour

Certifications & Qualifications

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)

Industry Keywords

Cyber SecurityAccess Management StrategyCompliance RequirementsBusiness Impact AnalysisCloud-First Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the technical design and implementation of the agency-wide Identity and Access Management strategy
Oversee access governance, privileged access management, authentication, and user lifecycle processes
Oversee security administration processes and ensure support requests follow agreed procedures
Provide guidance on access rights and privileges across applications and services
Contribute to IAM policies, standards, and guidelines aligned with business, technology, legal, and industry requirements
Deliver Cyber Security Strategy work related to cyber business risk and information protection
Champion incident management, investigation, and response policies, processes, procedures, and systems
Perform security risk and vulnerability assessments and business impact analyses for complex systems and risk-based projects
Specify environment, data, resource, and tool requirements
Interpret, execute, and document complex test scripts
Maintain current knowledge of malware attacks and other cyber security threats
Provide specialist advice and execute specialised cyber security tasks
Lead operational delivery and continuous improvement of IAM services protecting Social Security Scotland’s digital services, systems, and sensitive information
Provide technical leadership and support team capability development across a cloud-first environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Subject matter expertise developing and operationalising cyber security capabilities
Experience designing and implementing Identity and Access Management (IAM) controls
Experience automating identity lifecycle processes
Experience integrating enterprise applications with identity platforms
Experience enhancing Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Experience implementing IAM controls and processes for evolving security, compliance, and business requirements
Proven experience in incident management and investigation, including reporting, root cause analysis, and resolution
Ability to provide informed guidance on incident response methodologies and best practice
Changing and Improving behaviour at Level 4
Leadership behaviour at Level 4
Technical skills aligned to Lead Cyber Security Analyst within the Government Digital and Data Profession
Cyber Security: Operations skills
CV and supporting statement of no more than 750 words
Successful candidate must clear Security Check national security vetting and Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)
Must meet applicable UK Civil Service Nationality Rules
Standard working hours of 35 hours per week
Minimum 2 days per week in the assigned Glasgow or Dundee office
Successful candidate expected to remain in post for a minimum of 3 years unless promoted

Benefits

Comp & perks

£4,000 annual GDD pay supplement, paid monthly
Supportive and inclusive working environment
Wide range of employee benefits
Flexible working options
Hybrid working style
Reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment
Potential UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship