Okta Technical Consultant (Okta Identity Governance/OIG)

About the role

We are currently looking for an Okta Technical Consultant with strong experience in Okta Identity Governance (OIG).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Okta Identity Governance (OIG), including SSO (Single Sign-On), MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication), and Adaptive Authentication.
• Configure and manage Okta Lifecycle Management (LCM) for automated provisioning and deprovisioning.
• Support and implement Okta Identity Governance (OIG) capabilities such as access requests, access reviews (certifications), and entitlement management.
• Define and implement joiner-mover-leaver (JML) processes to automate identity lifecycle workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Architecture, Engineering, Security, and Customer Success to deliver integrated, end-to-end solutions.
• Manage multiple client engagements, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery within scope and budget.
• Provide technical expertise during solution deployment, configuration, integration, and post-implementation support.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to authentication, federation, and provisioning within Okta WIC environments.
• Maintain strong client relationships through effective communication, expectation management, and high customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Technical Consultant delivering enterprise IAM solutions.
• Proven experience configuring and implementing Okta Identity Governance (OIG) is required.
• 2–4+ years of hands-on experience working with Okta.
• Strong experience with core Okta capabilities including SSO, MFA, lifecycle management, and application integrations.
• Solid understanding of identity protocols including SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and SCIM.
• Experience integrating Okta with enterprise applications and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least one Okta certification (Professional, Administrator, or Consultant) is expected.
• An Okta Identity Governance (OIG) badge is strongly preferred.
• Experience with Okta Identity Engine (OIE) and advanced authentication policies.
• Knowledge of broader IAM/IGA tools such as SailPoint IdentityIQ / IdentityNow, CyberArk, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as SOX, ISO, GDPR.
• Experience with RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) and governance models.
• Experience with scripting, automation, or API integrations using Okta APIs.