Okta Security Engineer
Role summary
This contract role is for a Hybrid IAM Architect in Southlake, TX or Austin, TX, with a duration of 18 months. The architect will lead the design and execution of enterprise-scale identity and access management strategies, focusing on secure identity lifecycle frameworks and cloud/on-premises IAM integration. Key responsibilities include defining architecture, standards, and policies, integrating IAM solutions, and providing technical leadership for complex issues. The role requires deep expertise in authentication, authorization, federation (SAML, OAuth/OIDC), cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), and Active Directory. A Bachelor's degree and 10+ years in information security, with at least 5 years in IAM and 3 years in enterprise architecture, are required.
Location: Southlake, TX Salary: $80.00 USD Hourly - $84.00 USD Hourly
Our client is currently seeking an Identity & Access Management (IAM) Architect Locations : Southlake, TX or Austin, TX Work Model: Hybrid - 4 days a week in the office Duration : 18 month with possibility of extension
About the Role We are looking for a seasoned IAM Architect to lead the design and execution of enterprise-scale identity and access management strategies. In this role, you will define secure identity lifecycle frameworks, drive cloud and on-premises IAM integration, and serve as a technical authority across authentication, authorization, and privileged access domains.
Responsibilities
- Establish architecture and strategies to securely manage the identity lifecycle, including user authentication and authorization for on-premises and cloud environments
- Define and maintain reference architecture documentation, technology standards, processes, and policies for core IAM solutions
- Integrate IAM solutions effectively into existing enterprise infrastructure
- Provide technical leadership for infrastructure support, on-call escalations, and resolution of complex implementation and system integration issues
- Design and implement federation solutions using ADFS and Ping Identity with deep expertise in SAML and OAuth/OIDC protocols
- Architect IAM solutions within Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services (AWS), and other cloud platforms
- Lead Proof of Concept (POC) initiatives and develop tactical and strategic IAM solution roadmaps
- Collaborate with product vendors and internal governance teams to demonstrate and validate application solutions to stakeholders
- Provide direction on Active Directory infrastructure deployments with a focus on best practices, security architecture, vulnerability management, and resiliency
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years focused on IAM
- 3+ years in an enterprise-level architecture role specifically involving IAM technologies and strategy
- Deep knowledge of IAM domains including authentication and authorization, Single Sign-On (SSO), Identity Governance and Administration (IGA), Directory Services, Federation Services, and Privileged Access Management (PAM)
- Proven ability to define IAM architecture and strategic roadmaps
- Strong background in aligning IAM strategy with enterprise security policies and business objectives
Preferred Qualifications
- Active cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or CISM
- Experience implementing Zero Trust and Just-In-Time (JIT) Access models
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