Okta/IAM Specialist
Company: Odesus
Location: Culver City
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Type - Contract (6 Months) 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.
Keywords: Odesus, Costa Mesa , Okta/IAM Specialist, IT / Software / Systems , Culver City, California
