Security & Identity Product Manager

As a Security & Identity Product Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and evolving our security and identity management solutions, focusing primarily on Identity and Access Management (IDAM), Active Directory (AD) management, and supplier relationships. This role plays a key part in ensuring that our systems remain secure, compliant, scalable, and provide exceptional user experiences. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvements in security and identity management while driving innovation and process optimisation. Active Directory Management - Lead the management and optimisation of Active Directory (AD), including both on-prem and Azure AD. - Oversee the support of access control policies, user lifecycle management, and Role-Based Access Control. (RBAC) - Drive automation of AD processes. (e.g., onboarding, offboarding, and permissions management) - Implement and ensure compliance with Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and security standards. - Conduct regular AD audits and health checks to ensure robust monitoring and incident response capabilities. Supplier and Stakeholder Management - Manage third-party supplier relationships, ensuring adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and the delivery of value. - Collaborate with internal teams (IT,. security, and compliance) to gather requirements and deliver tailored solutions. - Evaluate and onboard new suppliers to meet evolving security and identity management needs. Change Implementation and Continuous Improvement - Drive the adoption of new security features such as passwordless authentication, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and Privileged Access Management. (PAM) - Identify process optimisation opportunities to improve efficiency and user experience. - Ensure alignment with Zero Trust security principles and industry standards. - Regularly review strategies to address emerging cybersecurity threats. Agile Delivery - Lead Agile delivery practices, ensuring timely and efficient execution of work packages. - Manage product backlogs, prioritising features based on security impact, business value, and user needs. - Facilitate Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups) to align cross-functional teams. Compliance and Security - Ensure identity and access management processes align with regulations like GDPR and ISO 27001. - Implement frameworks like Zero Trust and industry standards. - Work closely with the security team to proactively address vulnerabilities in identity systems.

We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.