Government and Public Sector - Cybersecurity - Okta Engineer

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The opportunity

 

EYGovernment and Public Sector (GPS) practice is a robust and emerging practice with tremendous potential for growth - and we are prepared to tap into that potential. Our US GPS practice combines an understanding of the public sector’s diverse needs, focused on delivering improved public services, with private sector leading practices. We respond to our client’s issues by bringing together highly skilled professionals across our Technology Consulting services. Are you ready to join our team and help build a better working world?

 

Your key responsibilities

 

We are seeking an experienced Okta Engineer to support our government customer. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing support of Okta-based Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions. You will play a critical role in ensuring secure and seamless access to applications and systems for our organization and its users. As an Okta Engineer, you will work closely with internal stakeholders, including security, IT operations, and development teams, to implement identity management solutions that enhance both security and user experience.

 

• Okta Solution Implementation: Lead and execute the deployment and integration of Okta Identity Cloud solutions (including Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), API Access Management.
• Identity & Access Management (IAM): Design, configure, and manage IAM solutions in Okta many customers onboarding their applications using SAML and OpenID Connection (OIDC)
• System Integration: Integrate Okta with various cloud and on-premises applications and enterprise systems.
• Security Compliance: Ensure compliance with security and regulatory standards by implementing best practices for IAM, including secure authentication mechanisms, access control, and audit logging.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Okta-related incidents and issues, ensuring timely resolution and root cause analysis.
• Documentation & Training: Develop and maintain clear documentation for Okta configurations, policies, and procedures.
• Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with security, IT, development teams, and third-party vendors to identify and resolve identity management challenges and streamline user workflows.
• Monitoring & Reporting: Implement and monitor identity management metrics, generate reports, and use data to improve system performance and security.

 

To qualify for the role you must have

 

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years of experience working with Okta Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, including configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with Okta Workforce (SSO, Adaptive MFA, API Access, Lifecycle Management, Okta Workflows etc.).
• Familiarity with Identity Federation (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, etc.) and integrating third-party applications with Okta.
• Strong understanding of security concepts (e.g., authentication, authorization, encryption, etc.) and IAM best practices.
• Experience working with directory services, such as Active Directory and LDAP.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex IAM-related issues.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Preferred: Okta Certified Administrator or Okta Certified Professional certification.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance

 

Due to the nature of our work in the Government and Public Sector, work may be required to be completed at client, EY and/or contractor sites. Our goal is to assign professionals to projects within a commutable distance of their work location office.  In certain circumstances, travel may be required beyond your work location based on client and project needs. Candidates should be willing to travel on average 25% to 30% or more in a hybrid environment.

 

What we look for

 

We’re interested in highly motivated, talented individuals with a strong willingness to think outside of the box and continue to learn. You can expect plenty of autonomy in this role, so you’ll need the motivation to take initiative and seek out opportunities to improve our current relationships and expand our business in the evolving market. If you’re serious about consulting and ready to take on some of our clients’ most complex issues, this role is for you.

  What we offer   We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $103,800 to $190,300. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $124,600 to $216,300. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.  

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

  EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.   EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.   Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.   Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.   For those living in California, please click here for additional information.   EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.   EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com