IAM - Okta Developer (L3+)

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced IAM - Okta Developer to design, develop, and implement robust Identity & Access Management (IAM) solutions using Okta . The ideal candidate will have a strong background in authentication, authorization, and identity federation , with expertise in Okta customization, integrations, and automation . As an L3+ Okta SME , you will work closely with security, IT, and application teams to enhance IAM security, governance, and compliance while optimizing access management across the enterprise. Key Responsibilities Okta Development & Integration Design, develop, and implement Okta IAM solutions for user authentication and authorization. Develop and maintain custom Okta workflows, policies, and rules for SSO, MFA, and adaptive authentication . Integrate Okta with enterprise applications, APIs, and third-party identity providers (OIDC, SAML, OAuth2, SCIM, LDAP). Automate user provisioning, deprovisioning, and lifecycle management using Okta Workflows & SCIM. Implement Self-Service Registration (SSR) and Identity Proofing solutions. Develop and manage Okta custom scripts and hooks (JavaScript, API calls, Okta Hooks, WebAuthn, FIDO2, FastPass, etc.) . IAM Security & Governance Define and enforce IAM security policies, least privilege access, and zero-trust security . Implement Conditional Access, Adaptive MFA, and risk-based authentication . Manage role-based access control (RBAC), attribute-based access control (ABAC), and group-based policies . Ensure compliance with security standards (SOC2, NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.) . Automation & Optimization Automate IAM workflows, identity sync, and user lifecycle processes using Okta Workflows, APIs, and Terraform. Develop PowerShell, Python, or JavaScript-based scripts for identity automation. Optimize Okta performance, logging, and monitoring with SIEM tools . Technical Leadership & Support Act as an L3+ escalation point for IAM/Okta-related issues . Work with IT, security, and application teams to align IAM strategies with business needs . Conduct technical workshops, training, and documentation for IT teams. Required Skills & Qualifications ?? 5-10 years of hands-on experience in IAM, Identity Federation, and Okta Development . ?? Strong expertise in Okta Identity Cloud (SSO, MFA, OAuth2, OIDC, SAML, SCIM, API Access Management) . ?? Experience developing custom authentication flows, Okta Hooks, and API integrations . ?? Proficiency in JavaScript, Python, PowerShell, or other scripting languages for automation. ?? Strong understanding of RBAC, ABAC, JIT Provisioning, and Access Governance . ?? Hands-on experience with Okta Workflows, Terraform, and CI/CD automation for IAM. ?? Experience integrating Okta with enterprise applications (AWS, Azure AD, GCP, SAP, Salesforce, etc.) . ?? Strong knowledge of IAM security, compliance, and zero-trust security frameworks . Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have) ? Okta Certified Developer, Okta Certified Consultant, or equivalent IAM certification . ? Experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) and identity threat detection . ? Knowledge of IAM solutions like Azure AD, ForgeRock, Ping Identity, or SailPoint . ? Familiarity with DevSecOps, IAM logging, and SIEM integrations .