Octa IAM Developer

Responsibilities:

Design and implement Okta-based IAM solutions in conjunction with AWS services, ensuring secure and efficient access management for cloud-based applications and resources.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable IAM solutions within an AWS environment.
Integrate Okta with AWS CloudFront to provide authentication and authorization mechanisms for content delivery networks (CDNs).
Implement and configure Okta as the identity provider for AWS services, ensuring proper authentication and access controls are in place.
Utilize Okta's SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language) / OIDC capabilities to enable single sign-on (SSO) across multiple applications.
Design and deploy Okta-based multi-factor authentication (MFA) solutions for enhanced security and compliance.
Develop and maintain IAM policies, roles, and permissions within AWS IAM to ensure granular access controls and least privilege principles.
Implement and configure AWS WAF rules and policies to protect web applications against common security threats.
Leverage AWS Lambda to develop and deploy microservices ,providing scalable and serverless functionality for IAM-related tasks.
Collaborate with full stack developers to integrate IAM functionalities into applications and microservices architectures.
Design and develop secure and scalable microservices, utilizing containerization platforms such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Monitor and troubleshoot IAM-related issues, conducting root cause analysis and implementing appropriate remediation actions.
Stay updated with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and security trends related to IAM, Okta, and AWS services.
Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Security Specialty, Okta Certified Professional) are highly desirable.
Proven experience as an IAM engineer, with a focus on Okta and AWS technologies.
Strong understanding of IAM concepts, including role-based access control (RBAC), identity federation, SSO, MFA, and least privilege principles.
Extensive hands-on experience with Okta administration and integration within AWS environments.
In-depth knowledge of AWS services such as IAM, CloudFront, WAF, Lambda, and AWS Security Hub.
Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages like Python, PowerShell, or AWS CLI.
Familiarity with security best practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA).
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze complex IAM issues and propose effective solutions.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment