Managing Security Consultant - Okta (Remote in the U.S.)

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.Managing Security Consultant / Senior Okta ArchitectGuidePoint Security is seeking a Managing Security Consultant / Senior Okta Architect to help support client projects and serve as the subject matter expert, responsible for architecting, designing and implementing a variety of identity and access management solutions. Duties will consist of scoping and leading projects for the installation, configuration, upgrade, and patching of Identity and Access Management products, including Okta and others, as well as supporting technologies. The candidate will also participate in general maintenance and support activities such as performance monitoring/tuning and troubleshooting of issues that arise in IAM environments. Additional project duties include gathering, defining and refining of client requirements, solution design, creation of technical documentation, and development of customized security componentsRole and Responsibilities:Participate in discussions on IAM architecture, process, and governance developmentDevelop deployment and implementation methodology and standards consistent with vendor best practicesInstall, integrate, configure, deploy and architect IAM solutions and systems to facilitate User Life-Cycle Management, Identity and Access Governance, Automated Provisioning, Single Sign-On, Federation, Privileged Account Management.Transcribe and present technical information to business / executive levelsDevelop and execute test cases and test plans for IAM solutionsWork directly with clients to develop and refine requirements for new installs, upgrades, re-implementations, and feature enhancementsLead the analysis and design of IAM solutions featuring Okta and related technologiesPrioritize and execute on tasks required for solution delivery on new installations, upgrades, feature enhancements, re-implementations, and at-risk projectsUnderstand and explain the concepts central to IAM and relevant to enterprise implementations including identity, identity lifecycle, identity governance, access, authorization, directory, and entitlements.Work directly with clients and sales engineers to scope and level projects, perform functional analysis, identify assumptions, and assist in the creation of proposalsAssist in the design and production of technical documentation, including product deployment and configuration documentsProvide advanced troubleshooting support for enterprise clientsRequired Experience:5+ years of engineering experience with Okta5+ years of technical leadership (Architect, Technical Principal, Lead Engineer, etc.)Experience designing, building, and deploying Okta workflowsExperience integrating Okta with HR Systems including Anything-as-a-SourceExperience building authentication modules within applications and web applications.Extensive knowledge of the Identity and Access Management DomainExtensive knowledge of Authentication and Authorization conceptsExtensive knowledge of Single sign-on ConceptsExtensive knowledge of Lifecycle Management ConceptsExtensive Knowledge of Identity Governance and Administration ConceptsExperience scoping and estimating IAM projectsExperience maintaining customer or stakeholder relationships, building rapport, and managing expectationsAbility to work independently with minimal oversightAbility to guide and mentor team membersPreferred Qualifications: Okta Consultant CertificationOkta Developer CertificationExperience with Okta Identity GovernanceExperience with other IAM security products such as Auth0, PingOne, Forgerock, Duo, etc.We use Greenhouse Software as our applicant tracking system and Zoom Scheduler for HR screen request scheduling. At times, your email may block our communication with you. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder so that you don't miss updates on your application.Why GuidePoint?GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 4,200 customers.Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity. This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.Some added perks….Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family) and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) programHealthy mobile phone and home internet allowanceEligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollmentPet Benefit OptionOriginally posted on Himalayas Apply tot his job Apply tot his job