Lead Identity Engineer - Okta

Job Title: Access Management Engineer (Okta) (Lead Identity Engineer) - 5-8 Years

Role: Engineer

Experience: 5-8 years

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Access Management Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in access management technologies, with a focus on coding and implementing solutions using platforms such as Okta, Ping similar products. This role requires a deep understanding of access control principles, authentication, authorization, and identity management. The Access Management Engineer will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure access solutions that align with our organization's security standards and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities:

1. Access Management Solution Design: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design access management solutions using Okta, Ping, Azure, and other relevant technologies. Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with industry best practices.
2. Implementation and Configuration: Develop and implement access management solutions by configuring Ping, Okta, Azure, and related tools. Write custom scripts and code to extend platform functionality and meet specific business requirements.
3. Identity and Access Governance: Design and maintain identity lifecycle processes, role-based access controls, and access policies. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
4. Authentication and Authorization: Configure and manage multi-factor authentication (MFA), single sign-on (SSO), and other authentication mechanisms across various applications and platforms.
5. Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve access-related issues, working closely with other technical teams and stakeholders. Monitor system health and implement proactive measures to prevent potential problems.
6. Collaboration: Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams to integrate access management solutions seamlessly into the overall architecture. Provide expertise and guidance to ensure secure access practices are followed.
7. Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including solution designs, configurations, troubleshooting guides, and best practice recommendations.
8. Vendor Management: Manage relationships with access management solution vendors, staying informed about product updates, security patches, and new features.
9. Security and Compliance: Ensure access management solutions adhere to industry standards and compliance regulations, conducting regular audits and assessments.
10. Mentoring and Training: Provide mentorship and training to junior team members, sharing knowledge about access management technologies, coding practices, and security protocols.

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5-8 years of hands-on experience in access management engineering, including implementation and configuration of solutions using Okta, Ping or similar products.
• Proficiency in coding and scripting languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, PowerShell, or similar languages.
• Strong understanding of authentication protocols (OAuth, OpenID Connect, SAML) and authorization concepts.
• Familiarity with cloud identity and access management (IAM) concepts and best practices.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex, distributed environments.
• Knowledge of security frameworks, compliance standards, and industry best practices.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across diverse technical teams and business units.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Okta Administrator, Certified Ping Identity Professional, Microsoft Azure certifications, etc., are a plus.

Why Simeio?
Customers of all sizes globally across all sectors rely on Simeio Solutions to help secure their organizations. An innovative and industry leader, Simeio offers Identity as a Service (IDAAS), Identity and Access Management (IAM) managed services, and Advisory services. Its full range of services is powered by an industry first IAM Virtualization Platform delivered via Simeio's Identity Intelligence Center (IIC). Simeio is a cutting-edge growing company with a strong dedication to its employees and their opportunity for growth and success. Simeio is Recognized by Gartner as the number one company in Traditional/Legacy Workforce IDAAS Use Case and by Deloitte's 2016 Technology Fast 500™ recognized as one of the fastest growing technology companies in North America.

Simeio is an equal opportunity employer. If you require assistance with completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to any of the recruitment team at recruitment@simeio.com or +1 404-882-3700.