OKTA Security Consultant
3 days ago
Role: OKTA Security Consultant
Duration: 6-12 months
Remote
Role Overview:
An experienced and highly skilled Okta Certified Security Resource is sought to join a growing security team. This individual will be critical in designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing Okta-based Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, ensuring the highest level of security and compliance for the enterprise environment. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in Okta, a strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices, and excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the design, implementation, and management of Okta-based IAM solutions, including Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), User Lifecycle Management, and API Access Management.
• Ensure the security and compliance of Okta deployments with industry standards and regulations (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, GDPR).
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex Okta-related issues, providing expert-level support to users and application owners.
• Develop and implement security policies and best practices within the Okta platform to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Integrate Okta with various cloud and on-premise applications and systems, including directories like Active Directory and LDAP.
• Conduct security reviews, risk assessments, and vulnerability assessments of Okta configurations and related integrations.
• utomate security tasks and processes where applicable to improve efficiency and reduce potential human error.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of IAM architecture, configurations, and procedures.
• Stay current with the latest Okta features, security threats, and industry trends to continuously improve IAM solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, Security Operations, and Development, to ensure seamless integration and secure operation of Okta solutions.
• Participate in incident response efforts related to identity breaches or access violations.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM), with a strong focus on Okta.
• ctive Okta Certified Administrator or Okta Certified Consultant certification.
• In-depth knowledge of Okta Identity Cloud features and functionalities, including Universal Directory, adaptive MFA, global session policies, and API Access Management.
• Experience with IAM protocols and standards such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, and SCIM.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation of IAM tasks and integrations.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat modeling, and vulnerability management.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Preferred Qualifications:
• dditional Okta certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Developer, Okta Certified Technical Architect).
• Industry-recognized security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their IAM models.
• Experience with other IdP/IGA tools (e.g., SailPoint, Entra ID).
• Familiarity with security frameworks and regulations (e.g., NIST, GDPR, HIPAA).
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