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We are seeking a Cybersecurity Staff Engineer - IAM to provide technical leadership for enterprise identity platforms and services, with primary focus on Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, and enterprise directory services. This role will lead strategic IAM initiatives including authentication modernization, identity integrations, automation, and M&A identity transformation efforts while supporting secure and seamless access across the enterprise.\nThe ideal candidate will bring strong experience in enterprise IAM architecture, Okta Workforce Identity, authentication and federation technologies, identity lifecycle management, workflow automation, API integrations, and large-scale identity migration initiatives.\n Key Responsibilities:\nServe as the technical and functional lead for Okta SSO, MFA, Universal Directory, Lifecycle Management, Microsoft Entra ID, and Active Directory platforms across enterprise environments.\nLead the architecture, engineering, and integration of IAM solutions across cloud and on-premises systems.\nDesign and implement scalable authentication, federation, and authorization solutions using SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), LDAP, and SCIM.\nDesign and implement IAM automation workflows and REST API integrations using Okta Workflows, Postman, PowerShell, Python, or similar technologies.\nLead onboarding and integration of SaaS and enterprise applications into Okta using SSO, MFA, lifecycle management, and provisioning capabilities.\nManage hybrid identity environments and integrations between Okta, Entra ID, Active Directory, cloud platforms, and enterprise applications.\nDevelop adaptive authentication workflows, contextual access controls, phishing-resistant MFA, and passwordless authentication solutions.\nPartner with application owners, enterprise architects, cybersecurity, infrastructure, HR, and business teams to deliver secure and compliant identity solutions.\nLead IAM activities supporting mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, including identity integration, tenant consolidation, domain migrations, access transition planning, and identity migration strategies.\nAssess inherited IAM architectures and support application and user migration activities while ensuring secure access continuity and compliance.\nProvide functional leadership and governance for authentication, federation, provisioning, synchronization, and enterprise access management services.\nDrive the technical roadmap for Okta and enterprise directory services aligned with cybersecurity, compliance, and Zero Trust initiatives.\nSupport audit, compliance, and regulatory requirements related to Okta and enterprise directory services.\nRequired Qualifications:\n8+ years of experience in Identity & Access Management (IAM), Cybersecurity Engineering, or a related field.\n7+ years of hands-on experience with Okta, Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), and Active Directory.\nDeep expertise in SSO, MFA, federation, identity lifecycle management, and authentication technologies.\nStrong experience integrating enterprise and SaaS applications using SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), SCIM, and LDAP.\nStrong experience supporting Okta SSO, MFA, Universal Directory, and Lifecycle Management.\nExperience managing hybrid identity environments integrating Entra ID and Active Directory.\nAdvanced experience with REST APIs, API integrations, and testing tools such as Postman.\nStrong experience building IAM automation workflows using Okta Workflows, PowerShell, Python, or similar technologies.\nExperience supporting IAM integration activities for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures (M&A).\nExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills.\nStrong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to lead technical initiatives independently in a hybrid work environment.\nDirect Manager Direct Reports:\nThe Cybersecurity Staff Engineer will report directly to the Cybersecurity Sr. Manager, maintaining a strategic focus on protecting sensitive data and critical assets. This role does not have any direct reports. The Staff Engineer will execute initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with organizational security objectives. Responsibilities include designing and implementing security solutions, facilitating vulnerability management programs, and contributing to the development of security monitoring systems. The position emphasizes leadership through mentoring and guidance within the cybersecurity sphere. Experience in cybersecurity, computer science, or engineering is required, with a preference for candidates possessing over eight years of relevant experience.\nTravel Requirements:\nThe Cybersecurity Staff Engineer in the company may be required to travel up to 20% of the time to support enterprise-wide cybersecurity initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and engage in strategic planning sessions.\nPhysical Requirements:\nThe Cybersecurity Staff Engineer role within the company primarily involves activities typical of an office-based setting. This includes the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods, operate standard office equipment such as computers and telephones, and communicate effectively in written and verbal forms. The role may require occasional movement around the office to collaborate with team members or attend meetings.\nWorking Conditions:\nThe Cybersecurity Staff Engineer role within the company offers a dynamic and adaptable working environment designed to support the efficient and secure management of sensitive data and critical assets. This position may involve a combination of office-based and remote work, depending on project demands and organizational requirements, thereby promoting a balanced and flexible work structure. The role operates in a fast-paced, deadline-driven context, necessitating the ability to swiftly adapt to new challenges and technologies in the cybersecurity landscape. The ideal candidate will thrive in a setting that prioritizes strategic security initiatives across architecture, governance, identity and access management, and other critical areas. The ability to drive engagement, manage conflict, and deliver on execution plans is essential, as is a commitment to continuous development and mentorship. In collaboration with Enterprise Technology, you'll play a pivotal role in configuring and integrating cybersecurity systems to effectively mitigate risks and optimize security operations.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nMinimum Qualifications for Cybersecurity Staff Engineer\nRequired Experience and Educational Background:\nA bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.\nMinimum of 8 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related domain demonstrating progressive responsibility and technical expertise.\nTechnical Proficiencies:\nDemonstrated ability to write code or scripting for the purposes of automation, monitoring, and testing security systems and protocols.\nProven experience in designing, reviewing, and executing security solutions aimed at protecting enterprise-level systems and assets.\nComprehensive understanding of configuring and integrating cybersecurity systems in collaboration with enterprise technology teams to effectively mitigate risks\nProficient in developing, testing, deploying, and operationalizing security monitoring, assessment, and response solutions to address both current and emerging threats.\nSkills and Competencies:\nRobust ability to lead, mentor, and provide guidance to other team members while advocating for professional development within the team.\nExperience in facilitating vulnerability management programs across various systems, networking, and engineering teams, ensuring comprehensive risk assessment and mitigation.\nSkill in driving engagement across diverse cross-functional teams to achieve strategic cybersecurity goals.\nStrong capability in managing conflict and aligning plans to deliver effective execution of security strategies.\nOutcome-Driven Abilities:\n- Capacity to drive strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing the protection of sensitive data and critical assets, maintaining the highest standards of security for associates and consumers.\n- Competence in managing and aligning cybersecurity operations with organizational objectives, ensuring the protection of essential infrastructure.\nCandidates fulfilling these qualifications will demonstrate strong capabilities in securing and safeguarding corporate assets, consistent with the standards of a trusted Fortune 50 company.\nPreferred Qualifications:\n1. Advanced Technical Expertise:\nProven experience with advanced cybersecurity frameworks, methodologies, and protocols.\nProficiency in languages such as Python, Java, or C++, with a strong aptitude for scripting to automate cybersecurity tasks.\nExtensive knowledge of cloud security environments, with hands-on experience in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.\n2. Strategic and Analytical Skills:\nDemonstrated ability to conduct thorough risk assessments and develop strategic mitigation plans.\nStrong analytical skills to interpret complex technical information and translate it into actionable insights.\nExperience in designing and implementing cutting-edge security architectures and solutions.\n3. Leadership and Mentoring:\nTrack record of leading high-performance teams and mentoring junior engineers in cybersecurity best practices.\nExperience in managing cross-functional teams and driving large-scale security projects to successful completion.\n4. Collaborative and Communication Proficiency:\nExcellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all organizational levels.\nExperience in collaborating with enterprise technology teams to identify, integrate, and implement security tools that align with organizational objectives.\n5. Compliance and Risk Management:\nSolid understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and NIST.\nExpertise in developing and executing comprehensive vulnerability management programs across diverse infrastructures.\n6. Innovation and Problem Solving:\nDemonstrated ability to innovate and adapt in a dynamic technological landscape, addressing both current and emerging cybersecurity threats.\nStrong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving complex security challenges.\nMinimum Education:\nBachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field.\nPreferred Education:\nMaster's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is highly desirable, reflecting a commitment to advanced knowledge and expertise in securing enterprise environments.\n Certifications:\nCertifications required or preferred for the Cybersecurity Staff Engineer are:\n1. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)\n2. Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)\n3. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)\n4. Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)\n5. GIAC Security Expert (GSE)\n Competencies:\n1. Strategic Problem Solving\nDrive the design, review, and execution of solutions to protect enterprise-level systems. Provide strategic insight to developing and optimizing cybersecurity solutions that address both current and emerging threats.\n2. Leadership and Mentoring\nLead teams by example, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth among team members. Develop others by sharing knowledge, facilitating skill development, and empowering colleagues to achieve cybersecurity objectives.\n3. 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