Project Role: Security Delivery Lead

Project Role Description: Leads the implementation and delivery of Security Services projects, leveraging our global delivery capability (method, tools, training, assets).

Must have skills: Okta Identity Management

Good to have skills: NA

Minimum 5 year(s) of experience is required

Educational Qualification: 15 years full time education
Summary:
We are looking for an experienced Okta Security Specialist to design, implement, and support Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions using Okta's cloud-based platform. As a Security Lead, you will be responsible for defining cloud security frameworks and architectures, aligning security controls with business requirements, and supporting the transition to managed cloud security operations.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Define, design, and implement IAM solutions using Okta for both SaaS and on-premise applications.
2. Configure SSO, MFA, and federated identity solutions using protocols such as SAML, OAuth, and OIDC.
3. Integrate Okta with directory services like Active Directory and LDAP.
4. Troubleshoot and resolve complex Okta-related technical issues.
5. Work closely with application teams to support REST API integrations and JSON-based configuration.
6. Utilize Okta hooks, Sign-In Widget, and access management features.
7. Support application onboarding, including access policies, group assignments, and role management.
8. Establish and troubleshoot SAML federations with internal and external identity providers.
9. Communicate effectively with business teams, external clients, and solution providers.
10. Document technical designs, solutions, and implementation plans.
11. Work independently and take ownership of technical deliverables.

Professional & Technical Skills:

Must Have:

1. Strong experience working with Okta as a cloud-based IAM solution.
2. Solid understanding of security standards and protocols including SSO, MFA, SAML, OAuth, OIDC, LDAP, RADIUS, and Kerberos.
3. Practical experience with REST APIs and JSON.
4. Experience with directory integrations such as Active Directory and LDAP.
5. Hands-on knowledge of Okta hooks and the Okta Sign-In Widget.
6. Understanding of federated identity, access management, and 2-factor authentication solutions.
7. Experience executing at least one full lifecycle Okta implementation project.
8. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
9. Development experience in J2EE, Java, or JavaScript.
10. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
11. Ability to work independently on technical tasks and client engagements.

Additional Information:

1. Minimum of 3+ years of relevant experience in IAM with a focus on Okta.
2. Candidate must have completed 16 years of full-time education.
3. This position is open to all Accenture locations.

15 years full time education

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