Enterprise Security Architect - Identity & Access Management

Enterprise Security Architect – Identity & Access Management

10+ years in information security, with a deep focus on security architecture, modern Identity & Access Management (IAM), enterprise security strategy, and solutions architecture within complex organizations.
Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and securing enterprise-scale IAM solutions utilizing protocols like SAML, OAuth2, OIDC, and SCIM.
Strong knowledge of security principles and practices within major cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Solid understanding of security frameworks and standards such as NIST (including Zero Trust Architecture), ISO 27001, PCI, and FedRAMP.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively, influence senior leadership, and drive complex technical decisions across cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and the ability to align security initiatives with business goals.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (Master’s preferred). Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are highly desired.

Architect and champion the target-state security architecture for Okta’s internal IAM landscape, corporate technology, and supporting infrastructure, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Spearhead initiatives to advance Okta’s internal capabilities in Identity & Access Management, Zero Trust security, and Privileged Access Management across all enterprise systems.
Design and implement secure, scalable, and high-performance IAM solutions for Okta’s internal use, embedding security best practices from the ground up.
Lead threat modeling and risk assessments focused on Okta’s internal IAM ecosystem, identifying potential attack vectors and architecting robust security controls.
Partner with technology and business stakeholders, acting as the principal IAM security advisor to guide secure architecture decisions and drive consensus.
Evaluate emerging security technologies, services, and controls to continuously enhance the security posture of the Okta enterprise, engaging with strategic partners as needed.
Clearly articulate Okta’s enterprise IAM security architecture, direction, and posture to technical teams and executive leadership, evolving metrics and KPIs for continuous improvement.