Solution Architect – Identity & Access Management
About the assignment
A leading organisation is modernising its identity and access management infrastructure to support hybrid cloud adoption and regulatory compliance. You architect solutions that balance security, user experience and operational efficiency across multiple business units.
You work with security, infrastructure and application teams to assess current state, design target architectures, and oversee implementation. Your solutions ensure least-privilege access, streamline provisioning workflows, and maintain audit compliance across cloud and on-premises environments.
Your responsibilities
- Design IAM architectures that align with business strategy and security requirements
- Evaluate identity platforms and recommend tools based on technical fit and total cost of ownership
- Lead requirements gathering with stakeholders to translate business needs into functional specifications
- Create detailed design documents covering authentication, authorisation, access governance and provisioning
- Oversee implementation and integration of IAM solutions with enterprise systems
- Establish identity governance policies including role-based and attribute-based access control models
- Conduct security assessments and recommend remediation for access risks
- Mentor engineers and support knowledge transfer during deployment phases
Tech Stack & Tools
Platforms & Tooling
Frameworks & Standards
Cloud & Infrastructure
Methodologies
Certifications (preferred)
Must-haves
- 8+ years in identity and access management architecture or consulting
- Hands-on experience with at least two major IAM platforms
- Proven ability to design enterprise-scale authentication and authorisation systems
- Strong understanding of identity protocols (SAML, OAuth, OIDC) and directory services
- Experience presenting technical solutions to executive and business stakeholders
Nice-to-haves
- Background in cloud identity solutions (Azure, AWS, GCP)
- Exposure to zero trust or advanced governance frameworks
- Track record of leading multi-phase IAM transformation programmes
What we offer
- Work on strategic initiatives that shape security infrastructure
- Collaborate with enterprise-wide stakeholder groups across all business functions
- Access to latest identity platforms and emerging technologies
- Continuous learning budget for certifications and conferences
- Flexible work arrangements and hybrid options
- Personal guidance from a dedicated MVPeople consultant who knows your niche
The process
Introduction
Phone call with your MVPeople consultant (within 24 hours)
Match & Brief
We discuss the assignment in detail and prepare you
Client meeting
Introduction to the client
Start
Contracting and onboarding
Details
Type
Freelance / ZZP (MVPeople)
Location
NL
Work model
Hybrid
Level
Senior
Industry
overige
Market indication
€95 - €130 per hour
Posted
10 November 2026
Job ID
60109
Contact
MVPeople Group
cv@mvpeoplegroup.com