Solution Architect (IAM) (Edgewing)

Job Title: Solution Architect (IAM) (Edgewing)

Location: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems site (preferably Frimley) but on commencement will immediately be assigned to our Edgewing JV in the Reading area. A financial support package may be available to enable this assignment if required, dependent on certain criteria being met. Due to the nature of this assignment, we envisage there will be a need for mostly on site working, however, flexible working arrangements may be possible – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

Salary: £70,000+ (DOE)

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Job Description:

As a Solution Architect (IAM), you’ll be responsible for defining and evolving Identity and Access Management solutions that support the organisation’s security, compliance and operational requirements. Working closely with Product Owners, Cyber Security specialists, Enterprise Architects and delivery teams, you’ll ensure IAM solutions are secure, scalable and aligned to business objectives.

You’ll provide architectural leadership across authentication, authorisation, identity governance and access management, helping to protect business-critical systems while supporting the organisation’s wider security strategy.

Core duties:

• Design and evolve Identity and Access Management solutions that align with business objectives and technology strategies
• Define and maintain IAM policies, standards and architectural principles to support secure and consistent access management
• Ensure IAM solutions are effectively integrated with enterprise applications, APIs, platforms and third-party services
• Support the implementation of authentication, authorisation, identity governance and access control capabilities
• Provide architectural guidance to engineering and operations teams throughout design, build and deployment activities
• Work closely with Product Owners, Cyber Security specialists and Enterprise Architects to ensure IAM solutions meet functional and non-functional requirements

Essential Skills:

• Experience in Solution Architecture, Identity and Access Management or Cyber Security environments
• Experience designing, implementing and evolving enterprise-scale Identity and Access Management solutions
• Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture principles, encryption, digital certificates and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
• Experience implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions
• Experience with directory services such as Active Directory, Azure AD and LDAP, including integration with IAM platforms

The Edgewing Team:

By joining Edgewing, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the company from the ground up — setting the foundations for generations to come, influencing how we work, and helping us build something world-class together. At Edgewing, we’re united by a shared purpose to drive what’s next in defence – uniting UK, Italian, and Japanese expertise to shape the future of global defence. With trust at the heart of everything we do, we empower our people to dare to go beyond, bring their best as one, and leave a mark that matters on a truly global mission, making a lasting impact through work that truly matters.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 17th June 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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