Quality Assurance Engineer - IAM

Quality Assurance Engineer (SailPoint ISC IAM and/or Entra ID)Urgent! One of my leading clients based in Sussex, England is looking for an experienced Quality Assurance Engineer with knowledge of working within an IAM sphere, ideally with SailPoint ISC IAM and/or Entra ID) for a long freelance project based 5 days per week on site.Immediate interviews and competitive rates!Work Location: Onsite, Sussex, United KingdomMinimum Experience: 5+ years in SailPoint with at least 3 years on SailPoint ISCNB: Inside IR35!Responsibilities and Duties:We are seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer with expertise in SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC) Identity and Access Management (IAM) and/or Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory). The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in identity and access management, combined with extensive experience in quality assurance and testing methodologies.Required SkillsTechnical Expertise in IAM:Strong understanding and hands-on experience with SailPoint Identity Security Cloud (ISC) IAM.Proficiency in Microsoft Entra ID, including Azure Active Directory, single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and conditional access policies.Familiarity with identity governance, lifecycle management, and compliance requirements.Quality Assurance and Testing Skills:Extensive experience in developing and executing test plans, test cases, and test scripts for IAM solutions.Proficiency in manual and automated testing methodologies and tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG).Ability to perform functional, integration, regression, and performance testing on IAM systems.Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:Strong analytical skills to identify, document, and troubleshoot defects and issues.Ability to perform root cause analysis and provide detailed and accurate defect reports.Experience in using issue tracking and test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).Technical and Scripting Knowledge:Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for test automation and environment setup.Understanding of API testing and familiarity with tools like Postman or SoapUI.Knowledge of SQL for database validation and testing.Security and Compliance Knowledge:Familiarity with security best practices and regulatory compliance requirements related to IAM (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).Experience in performing security testing, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.Communication and Collaboration:Excellent communication skills to work effectively with development teams, project managers, and other stakeholders.Ability to clearly document test results, defect reports, and quality metrics.Collaborative mindset to work in cross-functional teams and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.Certifications:Relevant certifications in SailPoint and/or Microsoft Entra ID are highly desirable.QA certifications such as ISTQB or CSTE are a plus.Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.A minimum of 3 years of experience in QA, with at least 2 years in IAM-related projects.Responsibilities:Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for IAM projects using SailPoint ISC IAM and/or Microsoft Entra ID.Perform functional, integration, regression, and performance testing to ensure the quality and reliability of IAM solutions.Identify, document, and track defects and issues, collaborating with development teams to resolve them.Automate test cases and maintain test scripts to enhance testing efficiency and coverage.Conduct security testing to ensure IAM solutions meet security and compliance requirements.Work closely with project managers and stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.Provide regular reports on testing progress, defect status, and quality metrics to stakeholders.We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive QA Engineer who can ensure the highest standards of quality for our IAM solutions. If you have the technical expertise and QA skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply.We are looking for a proactive and strategic thinker who can manage complex IAM projects and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. If you have the technical expertise and program management skills required for this project, then please do not delay in applying!