Okta SME (IAM)

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

Multi-factor Authentication
Identity Management
Lifecycle Management
Management
Mentorship
Authentication
Cloud Computing
Collaboration
Problem Management
Provisioning
Customization
Hardening
OAuth
OIDC
Onboarding
Optimization
Workflow
SSO
API
Regulatory Compliance
Risk Management
Root Cause Analysis
SAML
SOD
Okta
IAM

Job Details

Position: Okta SME (IAM)

Location: Culver City, CA (Onsite)

Note: prefer local candidates.

We are seeking a skilled Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) SME with hands-on experience in Okta CIAM to help design, implement, and optimize secure and seamless digital identity experiences for our external users. This role requires both technical expertise and customer-centric thinking to support secure onboarding, authentication, and access across multiple digital channels

  • Design and implement CIAM solutions using Okta.
  • Build and manage identity services such as user registration, login, MFA, social login, SSO, consent management, and account recovery
  • Define and implement Okta architecture, including workflow enhancements, custom connectors, and integration frameworks.
  • Develop role-based policies, enforce Segregation of Duties (SoD), and design scalable IAM solutions.
  • Lead upgrades, patching, optimization, and security hardening initiatives.

Advanced Integrations & Customization

  • Oversee Single Sign-On (SSO) and provisioning integrations for complex applications.
  • Work on identity federation, token-based authentication (OAuth2, OIDC, SAML), and API security
  • Build and maintain custom workflows, connectors, and integrations for IGA systems.
  • Manage advanced authentication mechanisms.

Governance & Compliance

  • Drive access certification campaigns and ensure compliance with security standards.
  • Perform IGA workflow monitoring, troubleshooting, and connector customization.
  • Address Okta vulnerabilities and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

Operational Leadership

  • Provide expert-level support for lifecycle management, onboarding identities, and access workflows.
  • Lead incident/problem management, including root cause analysis for recurring issues.
  • Automate repetitive tasks and optimize operational processes.

Collaboration & Vendor Management

  • Act as the primary liaison with security teams, application/infra teams, and external vendors.
  • Resolve complex issues with vendors and coordinate architecture enhancements.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Extensive experience with Okta Identity Cloud, IGA, PAM, and advanced IAM concepts.
  • Proven track record in architecture design, custom development, and security compliance.
  • Strong knowledge of workflow automation, policy enforcement, and risk management.
  • Ability to lead strategic initiatives, mentor teams, and manage cross-functional collaboration.

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