Identity and Access Management Architect

About the Role :

We are seeking an experienced Technical Architect – Okta to lead the design and implementation of enterprise-wide Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions. The role involves working closely with the onsite team to design and implement SDS application onboarding , architecting scalable, secure, and automated Okta-based authentication and authorization frameworks to support single sign-on (SSO), and user lifecycle management across a global environment.

The ideal candidate will combine strong technical depth in Okta Identity Cloud with solution architecture experience, leading end-to-end IAM initiatives and guiding development teams in delivering robust, compliant, and future-ready identity solutions.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of IAM solutions using Okta Identity Cloud . Collaborate with onsite teams to design and implement Okta-based SDS application onboarding and SSO architecture .
• Define enterprise-wide standards and best practices for identity, authentication, and access management.
• Architect and oversee Okta integrations with cloud and on-prem applications using SAML, OIDC, OAuth, and SCIM .
• Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams to design SSO, MFA, and user provisioning workflows .
• Design and implement custom workflows , delegated administration , and automated provisioning using Okta APIs and Workflows.
• Evaluate and optimize IAM performance, scalability, and security posture.
• Serve as a technical advisor for identity modernization, zero-trust architecture, and cloud migration projects.
• Conduct code and design reviews, provide technical leadership to developers, and ensure solution alignment with enterprise architecture.
• Work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into secure, scalable IAM solutions.
• Stay updated with emerging IAM technologies, security standards, and compliance requirements (e.G., GDPR, SOC2, ISO 27001).

Required Skills & Experience :

Preferred Qualifications :