OKTA Architect

Chicago 9 days agoFull-time External
Negotiable
Key Responsibilities: • Design and architect Okta IAM solutions aligned with business and security requirements • Implement SSO, MFA, Lifecycle Management, and Universal Directory • Integrate Okta with cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premise applications • Configure SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and SCIM • Lead Okta tenant setup, customization, and best practices • Support identity governance, access policies, and security controls • Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams • Perform troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and optimization • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to IAM teams • Ensure compliance with security standards and audit requirements Required Skills & Qualifications: • Strong hands-on experience as an Okta Architect or IAM Architect • Expertise in Okta SSO, MFA, Lifecycle Management, Workflows • Deep understanding of IAM concepts and protocols (SAML, OAuth, OIDC, LDAP) • Experience integrating Okta with enterprise applications (SaaS & custom apps) •