Okta/IAM Specialist

Job Location – Culver City, CA Type - Contract (6+ Months) Pay Rate – $70.00 Per Hour W2 Candidates Only Role Overview The Okta/IAM will serve as the technical SME for identity and access management (IAM) solutions, driving architecture, integration, and security strategy. This role requires deep expertise in Okta and related technologies, ensuring robust governance, compliance, and operational excellence across enterprise identity platforms. Experience Band: Should have 12+ years of experience. Key Responsibilities Strategic Design & Architecture Define and implement Okta architecture, including workflow enhancements, custom connectors, and integration frameworks. Develop role-based policies, enforce Segregation of Duties (SoD), and design scalable IAM solutions. Lead upgrades, patching, optimization, and security hardening initiatives. Advanced Integrations & Customization Oversee Single Sign-On (SSO) and provisioning integrations for complex applications. Build and maintain custom workflows, connectors, and integrations for IGA systems. Manage advanced authentication mechanisms. Governance & Compliance Drive access certification campaigns and ensure compliance with security standards. Perform IGA workflow monitoring, troubleshooting, and connector customization. Address Okta vulnerabilities and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. Operational Leadership Provide expert-level support for lifecycle management, onboarding identities, and access workflows. Lead incident/problem management, including root cause analysis for recurring issues. Automate repetitive tasks and optimize operational processes. Leading the team, resolving escalations, driving initiatives, and ensuring system reliability. Collaboration & Vendor Management Act as the primary liaison with security teams, application/infra teams, and external vendors. Resolve complex issues with vendors and coordinate architecture enhancements. Required Skills & Experience Extensive experience with Okta Identity Cloud, IGA, PAM, and advanced IAM concepts. Provide technical support for Okta Access Gateway, working with configuration, and troubleshooting. Investigate issues across authentication, integrations, and on-prem application access, working closely with engineering team. Analyse logs, network traces, and system behaviour to identify root causes. Proven track record in architecture design, custom development, and security compliance. Strong knowledge of workflow automation, policy enforcement, and risk management. Experience in cloud platforms including AWS and Azure. Ability to lead strategic initiatives, mentor teams, and manage cross-functional collaboration.