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IAM Architect – Okta

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Location

United States

Posted

19 days ago

Salary

Not specified

Bachelor Degree5 yrs expEnglishJava ScriptLinuxNode.jsPython

Job Description

• Design, deploy, configure, and manage complex Okta environments including Universal Directory, Lifecycle Management, Workflows, and API Access Management • Architect and implement Okta Access Gateway (OAG) solutions for header-based authentication and legacy application integration • Design and manage user lifecycle governance including provisioning, deprovisioning, and access certification workflows • Architect authentication policies, authorization rules, access workflows, and security controls for enterprise-scale deployments • Implement and oversee Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and Adaptive Authentication across diverse application portfolios • Ensure adherence to least-privilege and Zero-Trust principles for all user and application identities • Lead implementation of modern IAM capabilities such as Just-in-Time (JIT) access provisioning and Conditional Access and risk-based authentication • Design and build automated identity workflows using Okta Workflows for application onboarding, user access requests, and complex business processes • Lead technical architecture and design for large-scale, complex Okta implementations across global enterprises • Create technical architecture documentation, solution designs, and implementation roadmaps for enterprise clients

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field — or equivalent work experience
5–7+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management engineering or Consulting
Extensive hands-on experience with Okta including Universal Directory, Lifecycle Management, Workflows, and API Access Management
Proven experience designing and implementing Okta Access Gateway (OAG) solutions
Strong experience developing complex Okta Workflows including custom connectors and API integrations
Proficiency in API development languages including Python, JavaScript/Node.js, and PowerShell
Experience with REST API development and integration
Proven track record leading technical architecture on large-scale, complex IAM projects for enterprise organizations
Strong understanding of identity governance, SSO protocols (SAML, OIDC, OAuth), MFA, and access certification
Experience with Windows/Linux server administration and Active Directory
Deep knowledge of common security frameworks and access control principles
Demonstrated ability to design and document complex technical architectures.

Benefits

Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
Pet Benefit Option