About the Job
We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect – Okta to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-wide Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions. The role involves working closely with the onsite team to design and implement SDS application onboarding, architecting scalable, secure, and automated Okta-based authentication and authorization frameworks to support single sign-on (SSO), and user lifecycle management across a global environment.
The ideal candidate will combine strong technical depth in Okta Identity Cloud with solution architecture experience, leading end-to-end IAM initiatives and guiding development teams in delivering robust, compliant, and future-ready identity solutions
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
Experience Requirements
- Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of IAM solutions using Okta Identity Cloud. Collaborate with onsite teams to design and implement Okta-based SDS application onboarding and SSO architecture.
- Define enterprise-wide standards and best practices for identity, authentication, and access management.
- Architect and oversee Okta integrations with cloud and on-prem applications using SAML, OIDC, OAuth, and SCIM.
- Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams to design SSO, MFA, and user provisioning workflows.
- Design and implement custom workflows, delegated administration, and automated provisioning using Okta APIs and Workflows.
- Evaluate and optimize IAM performance, scalability, and security posture.
- Serve as a technical advisor for identity modernization, zero-trust architecture, and cloud migration projects.
- Conduct code and design reviews, provide technical leadership to developers, and ensure solution alignment with enterprise architecture.
- Work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into secure, scalable IAM solutions.
- Stay updated with emerging IAM technologies, security standards, and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, SOC2, ISO 27001).
Role & Responsibilities
- 10–15 years of total experience in Identity & Access Management, with 5+ years hands-on experience in Okta (Architecture, Design & Implementation).
- Proven expertise in Okta Identity Cloud, Okta Universal Directory, SSO, MFA, Lifecycle Management, and Workflows.
- Strong experience integrating applications using SAML 2.0, OIDC, OAuth 2.0, and SCIM.
- Proficiency with Okta APIs, custom automation scripts (Java/Python), and automation for identity orchestration.
- Solid understanding of Zero Trust Architecture, RBAC, and identity governance principles.
- Experience designing IAM solutions in multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and mentor technical teams.
