Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Job Overview
Ignite Consults LLC is hiring a skilled OKTA Administrator - Identity & Access Management (Contract-to-Hire) to join a fast-paced team supporting a major public sector client. As an OKTA subject matter expert, you’ll be responsible for planning, implementing, and managing identity and access services across the organization, helping reduce risk, improve compliance, and ensure secure access to systems and data.
*****This role requires occasional on-call availability and in-office presence two days per week*****
Responsibilities:
- Lead and administer the organization-wide Identity and Access Management (IAM) program to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and improve access controls.
- Define user roles, analyze access needs, and manage entitlements and permissions for systems, applications, and data.
- Develop and implement IAM policies, procedures, and strategies that align with regulatory compliance, including NIST and FedRAMP standards.
- Monitor vulnerabilities and perform IAM risk assessments and audits to ensure consistency and compliance across the organization.
- Collaborate with departments to grant appropriate access, ensuring the security of sensitive information.
- Maintain and update IAM system architecture documentation; manage provisioning and deprovisioning processes.
- Generate and distribute reports on user access, risks, and IAM compliance metrics.
- Train users on IAM policies, processes, and system usage to ensure awareness and adherence to standards.
- Investigate and respond to security incidents related to access management; recommend and implement corrective actions.
- Utilize tools such as Burp Suite to conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests.
- Monitor and maintain security protocols to prevent unauthorized access to organizational assets.
- Provide technical input for RFPs, SOWs, and procurement processes regarding IAM requirements.
- Coordinate with IT and security teams to integrate IAM solutions with existing infrastructure and enterprise systems.
- Document security requirements and analyze how new technologies impact the current security posture.
- Stay informed on current and emerging threats, IAM trends, and regulatory changes to continuously improve the program.
Qualifications:
- Strong grasp of SSO, RBAC, SAML, OAuth, and identity federation.
- Knowledge of networking (firewalls, VPN, DNS) and authentication protocols.
- Analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
- Ability to manage projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to evolving technologies.
- Proficiency in DHCP configuration and management.
- Strong understanding of system security principles and practices.
- Experience with Burp Suite for security testing.
- Knowledge of information security frameworks, including NIST standards and FedRAMP guidelines.
- Ability to handle incident response effectively, demonstrating analytical skills in crisis situations.
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Java is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to vaticinate potential security threats.
- Strong communication skills, capable of conveying complex concepts clearly.
Additional Requirements
- Must be based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area (hybrid role with 2 onsite days/week).
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and clean driving record.
- Must be able to pass a national fingerprint-based background check.
- Occasional on-call duty required.
Work Environment
- Standard office environment (hybrid).
- 40-hour work week.
- Less than 10% travel.
- Must be available for occasional on-call support.
Job Tags
Contract work, Work at office, 2 days per week,