Onsite IAM Systems Administrator – Okta Expert, Austin

Core Scientific, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Scientific, Inc. seeks a versatile Systems Administrator to own our Identity and Access Management program and support enterprise infrastructure initiatives. You will handle authentication, authorization, lifecycle management, and automation, while also contributing to endpoint management and SaaS operations.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on IAM expertise with strong scripting, cross‑functional collaboration, and a proactive mindset in a fast-paced, on-site Austin environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on systems administration experience in a professional environment.
• Generalist skills across identity, endpoints, SaaS platforms, networking, and scripting/automation.
• Deep IAM experience: SSO, MFA, directory services, RBAC, and user lifecycle management.
• Experience integrating applications via SAML, OIDC, and SCIM.
• Scripting ability (PowerShell, Bash, Python) to automate tasks.
• Strong troubleshooting instincts and independent work style.
• Clear written and verbal communication for non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work on-site full-time in downtown Austin, TX.
• Okta subject matter expertise; Okta certification preferred.
• Experience with Okta Workflows or identity automation tooling.
• Jamf Pro experience for macOS is a nice-to-have.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, Entra ID, and Intune administration.
• Familiarity with SOC 2 or ISO 27001 controls.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize IAM stack; specialize in SSO, MFA, provisioning/deprovisioning, and access governance.
• Own Okta environment end-to-end: integrations (SAML/OIDC/SCIM), workflows, policy config, lifecycle management.
• Design and maintain joiner/mover/leaver processes for auditable access.
• Manage and support endpoint fleets (macOS/Windows): patching, config, security baselines.
• Support day-to-day IT operations: SaaS admin, escalations, hardware provisioning, user support.
• Partner with Security and Compliance on access reviews and least-privilege controls.
• Document systems, processes, and runbooks to avoid knowledge silos.
• Evaluate and implement tools that improve reliability, security, and user experience.
• Promote open, respectful communication within team and across org.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

IAM expertise

SSO/MFA

Scripting

Endpoint management

Okta

Microsoft 365

SOC 2/ISO27001 familiarity

SAML/OIDC/SCIM

Troubleshooting

Communication

On-site Austin

Okta certification

Okta Workflows

Jamf Pro

Tools

Okta Workflows

Jamf Pro

Entra ID

Intune

Job description

Core Scientific, Inc. seeks a versatile Systems Administrator to own our Identity and Access Management program and support enterprise infrastructure initiatives. You will handle authentication, authorization, lifecycle management, and automation, while also contributing to endpoint management and SaaS operations.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on IAM expertise with strong scripting, cross‑functional collaboration, and a proactive mindset in a fast-paced, on-site Austin environment.