Senior Systems Administrator (Okta)

Ariel Partners; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ariel Partners in Fairfax, Virginia is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator specialized in Okta to ensure stable operation and technical support of the DLA Okta environments. The role involves user management, configuration, maintenance, and providing Tier III support.

Successful candidates will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Okta administration and must hold an Active Secret Clearance. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for collaboration with various teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT administration for large-scale Okta environments.
• Extensive knowledge of Okta configuration and integration with enterprise systems.
• Familiarity with cloud services and hybrid integration.

Responsibilities

• Manage configuration and administration of DLA’s Okta system.
• Provide Tier III support for escalated incidents.
• Monitor security compliance and perform vulnerability assessments.

Skills

Okta administration

Active Directory

Troubleshooting

System tuning

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Active Secret Clearance

Okta certification

Job description

The Senior Systems Administrator (Okta) is responsible for the stable operation, administration, and maintenance of the DLA Okta environments, including user management, configuration, integration, and Tier III technical support. This role ensures secure access and optimal performance of identity management systems, providing expert guidance to Tier I/II support teams and coordination with the DLA PMO and integration teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, develop, install, configure, maintain, and optimize all Okta network software, communication links, and environments.
• Manage configuration, operation, and administration of DLA’s Okta system, including web and application tiers.
• Analyze and resolve end-user software and connectivity issues, performing capacity and performance analysis.
• Develop, maintain, and implement automated tools and scripts to improve administrator efficiency.
• Provide Tier III support to Tier I/II helpdesk personnel for escalated incidents.
• Collaborate with project managers, system administrators, network engineers, and development teams to troubleshoot and optimize Okta integrations.
• Perform security and compliance monitoring, including STIG remediation, vulnerability assessment, and incident response.
• Maintain system documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and disaster recovery/COOP plans.
• Deploy updates, patches, and new installations for Okta environments in accordance with DLA requirements.
• Provide technical recommendations for architecture, upgrades, and integrations to ensure alignment with business and security objectives.
• Document and track system changes, including root cause analyses for service disruptions.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Must hold Active Secret Clearance
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience supporting large-scale Okta environments in IT administration.
• Extensive knowledge of Okta administration, configuration, and integration with enterprise systems.
• Hands‑on experience with Active Directory, APIs, firewalls, and Zero Trust security models.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting, system tuning, and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with cloud services and hybrid integration (OCI or similar).
• Certifications - Relevant Okta certification from a nationally recognized technical authority.
• Strong communication skills for coordination with government personnel and support teams.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills to resolve complex technical issues.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Familiarity with DLA/DoD cybersecurity policies, RMF, and federal compliance requirements.

Ariel Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.