Overview
We are seeking a Senior Microsoft Identity Engineer to join the Intelance associate panel, starting with a project for a UK regulated investment firm in November 2026, pending client approval. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with our delivery lead and the client’s technology team to ensure appropriate access controls and evidence across Microsoft 365 and a cloud data platform.
Responsibilities
- Run access reviews across Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Teams, and Entra ID, and document the results.
- Identify and remediate overly broad access, including open SharePoint sites and outdated guest accounts.
- Develop PowerShell and Microsoft Graph scripts to retrieve and regularly check permissions.
- Conduct permission checks in cloud data platforms like Snowflake using SQL.
- Prepare comprehensive evidence packs summarizing checks, findings, and resolutions.
- Collaborate with the client's system owners to agree on and implement safe changes.
Requirements
- Minimum 8 years of experience in identity, Microsoft 365, or infrastructure roles, with at least 4 years focused on identity and access management.
- Strong practical knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, including group management and conditional access.
- In-depth understanding of SharePoint and Teams permissions, including sharing links and inheritance.
- Proficient in writing PowerShell scripts and utilizing Microsoft Graph.
- Ability to read and query permissions using SQL; familiarity with Snowflake is a plus.
- Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills and clear communication abilities.
- Eligibility to work in the UK and to operate through your own limited company.
- Desirable: Microsoft SC-300 or a similar certification, and experience in the financial services sector.