About the job
Join Methods: Pioneers in Public Sector Digital Transformation
Since our founding in 1990, Methods has collaborated with numerous central government departments and agencies to revolutionize the public sector in the UK.
Our commitment is to enhance and protect services that are vital to the public. By leveraging digital innovations, we prioritize the needs of citizens in shaping the future of public services. Our distinct approach, characterized by a human touch, differentiates us from other consultancies and system integrators. At Methods, our client-centric philosophy ensures that we strive for excellence in delivering tailored solutions that genuinely meet our clients' needs. We believe in a culture of collaboration, learning from our experiences, and enjoying the journey as much as the destination.
We are currently in search of a seasoned MFA Architect / Lead to contribute to a pivotal cybersecurity initiative aligned with the DSPT and NCSC CAF frameworks. This position will focus on designing, implementing, and governing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) controls across a diverse ecosystem of cloud and on-premise systems, with an emphasis on risk mitigation and ensuring audit readiness for critical services.
Key Responsibilities
Discovery & Assessment
- Identify and document critical systems lacking MFA coverage.
- Map user access routes and authentication flows in hybrid environments.
- Evaluate the feasibility of MFA integration across legacy and modern platforms.
MFA Design & Control Definition
- Design MFA controls for cloud and on-premise systems (e.g., Azure AD, Okta, Duo).
- Define compensating controls for systems where MFA is not implementable.
- Engage with technical and business stakeholders to establish risk-based strategies.
Architecture & Process Design
- Define MFA architecture, integration patterns, and authentication workflows.
- Design user enrollment, lifecycle management, and exception handling processes.
- Generate clear, auditable documentation in accordance with DSPT/CAF standards.
Implementation & Assurance
- Oversee the deployment of MFA across applicable systems and users.
- Ensure all necessary policies, configurations, and controls are established.
- Provide evidence of implementation, including logs, test results, and audit artifacts.
Governance & Continuous Improvement
- Establish ongoing review and assurance processes for MFA controls.
- Support engagement with senior stakeholders for approval (CDO / program level).
- Drive continuous improvement in line with evolving risk and compliance standards.
