Senior Okta Consultant

EY; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

EY is seeking a Global Managed Service Identity and Access Management Senior to lead Okta provisioning and IAM governance. You will oversee user provisioning, de-provisioning, and RBAC models, collaborating with HR, IT, and security teams to ensure secure access across the enterprise.

The role requires 3–5 years in IAM with strong Okta expertise, SSO, MFA, and cloud identity. The candidate will drive improvements, stay updated on Okta features, and mentor junior analysts in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in identity and access management with strong Okta focus.
• In-depth knowledge of IAM principles, SSO, MFA, directory services, and cloud identity management.
• Certifications such as Okta Certified Administrator/Consultant are highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Lead administration and management of user accounts, roles, and access rights in Okta.
• Design and implement provisioning and de-provisioning workflows with HR, IT, and security teams.
• Serve as SME for Okta authentication, authorization, SSO, and MFA solutions.
• Oversee integration of new applications with Okta and ensure seamless SSO experiences.
• Develop and maintain IAM policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Conduct regular access reviews and audits to mitigate security risks.
• Provide training to end-users and junior analysts on Okta functionalities.
• Drive identity governance initiatives and enhance RBAC models.
• Recommend improvements to IAM processes and Okta environment.
• Stay informed about Okta updates and IAM industry trends.
• Develop documentation for processes, workflows, and configurations.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and IAM best practices.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to end-users and stakeholders.
• Monitor and report on system performance, usage, and security issues.

Skills

Okta

IAM

SSO

MFA

RBAC

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

Okta

Job description

Global Managed Service Identity and Access Management Senior Job Summary

The Okta provisioning senior consultant is a critical role responsible for overseeing and ensuring the effective management of user identities and access permissions within an organization using the Okta Identity Management platform. This senior-level position involves leading provisioning processes, developing strategies for integration and automation, and ensuring compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the administration and management of user accounts, roles, and access rights within the Okta platform.
• Design and implement efficient user provisioning and de-provisioning workflows in collaboration with HR, IT, and security teams.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Okta authentication, authorization, SSO, and MFA solutions.
• Oversee the integration of new applications with Okta and ensure seamless SSO experiences across the organization.
• Develop and maintain IAM policies, procedures, and documentation, ensuring they are up-to-date and compliant with industry standards.
• Conduct regular access reviews and audits to identify and mitigate potential security risks.
• Provide advanced technical support and training to end-users and junior analysts regarding Okta functionalities and access management best practices.
• Drive identity governance initiatives and enhance role-based access control (RBAC) models.
• Recommend and implement improvements to IAM processes and the overall Okta environment.
• Stay informed about Okta updates, new features, and IAM industry trends to drive innovation within the organization.
• Develop and maintain documentation for processes, workflows, and configurations.
• Ensure compliance with security policies, standards, and IAM best practices.
• Provide ongoing support and guidance to end-users and stakeholders regarding identity management processes.
• Monitor and report on system performance, usage, and security issues.

Preferred Skills

• 3-5 years of experience in identity and access management, with a strong focus on Okta or similar IAM platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of IAM principles, SSO, MFA, directory services, and cloud identity management.
• Proven track record of managing complex user provisioning and de-provisioning scenarios.
• Familiarity with IT security standards and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, GDPR).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong leadership abilities and experience mentoring junior staff.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with various stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Administrator, Okta Certified Consultant, Okta Certified Professional) are highly desirable

Education

• Bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.

Work Requirements

• Willingness to travel as required
• Willingness to be on call support engineer and work occasional overtime as required
• Willingness to work in shifts as required