Okta Systems Engineer

Our client is the global leader in commercial real estate services and investments. With services, insights and data that span every dimension of the industry, we create solutions for clients of every size, in every sector and across every geography. Their mission is to realize the potential of their clients, professionals and partners by building the real estate solutions of the future.

“From instilling confidence in today’s decisions to re-imagining tomorrow’s spaces, we thrive in complex and ever-changing environments.” The have over 500 offices in more than 100 countries, employ over 115,000 people and support 95 of the Fortune 100 companies.

We are looking for an Okta Systems Engineer on a contract basis to help support our Customer's business needs. This role is a hybrid setup with 2 days remote and 3 days onsite in Richardson, TX.

What You'll Do:

• Support and troubleshoot systems and IAM technology including Okta & Azure
• Design, develop, and maintain solutions that support identity and access management for clients
• Troubleshoot and resolve access-related issues and incidents
• Integrate Okta & Azure with various applications, directories, and identity sources
• Configure and customize Okta & Azure to meet specific business requirements
• Work closely with application owners and teams to ensure seamless integration
• Enhance security by implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA), SSO, and adaptive authentication
• Monitor and audit Okta & Azure for security compliance and recommend improvements
• Monitor and optimize the performance and scalability of Okta & Azure solutions
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and system issues
• Act as an escalation point for Okta & Azure related incidents and support requests
• Participate in on-call rotations to address critical issues
• Keep up to date with the latest developments in the Okta and Azure platforms
• Guide root cause analysis, debugging, support, and post-mortem analysis for any service interruptions
• Optimizes and fine-tune performance as appropriate
• Leverage various tools and custom scripts to monitor the operational status of IAM environment
• Provide ongoing feedback and thought leadership to operations teams
• Identify opportunities to optimize IAM environment and provide suggestions on improvements
• Manage and monitor quality of services delivered by internal and external partners
• Direct operations team in proactively monitoring and management of IAM infrastructure
• Provide guidance to IT partners on configuration, debugging, and deployment of tools requiring IAM integration

Must-Haves:

• 4+ in IAM with a focus on Okta & Azure
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• Systems/Software Proficiencies: IAM protocols, (SAML, OIDC, OAuth, LDAP), and security best practices
• Certifications: Okta / Azure Certification is a plus
• SSO Integration with Okta & Azure
• Strong knowledge of IAM principles, protocols (SAML, OIDC, OAuth, LDAP), and security best practices
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to follow and execute SOPs
• Okta Certified Administrator preferred

Perks are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements)
Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, FSA, Commuter Benefit Program

Please note: In order to create a safe, productive work environment, our client is requiring all contractors who plan to be onsite to be fully vaccinated according to the CDC guidelines. Prior to coming into our offices, contractors will be required to attest that they are fully vaccinated.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.