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Cybersecurity Okta Engineer

Quantico, VA · On-site

$61.75 - $75.75/hr

Okta Certified Administrator * Okta Certified Consultant Responsibilities: * Maintenance and Administration : Maintain the Okta Identity and Access Management platform to align with business needs ...

At least one Okta certification (Professional, Administrator, or Consultant) is expected. An Okta Identity Governance (OIG) badge is strongly preferred. * Experience with Okta Identity Engine (OIE ...

Senior IAM Engineer (Okta)

Columbus, OH · Hybrid

$100K - $138K/yr

Okta Certified Professional or Okta Certified Administrator certification; additional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Azure certifications are a plus. * Experience with Python, REST APIs, and ...

Provide sysadmin-level support for Google Admin Console, Jamf (Apple MDM), Okta, and related tools. Act as the first escalation point above help desk (not entry-level help desk, but junior sysadmin)

Strategic Solutions Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$255K - $383K/yr

Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to ... IT admins, CISOs, architects, procurement, and legal. * Confident dispensing knowledge to a highly ...

Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to ... IT admins, CISOs, architects, procurement, and legal. * Confident dispensing knowledge to a highly ...

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How much do okta admin jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for okta admin in the United States is $21.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Okta Admin, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Okta Admin, you need a solid understanding of identity and access management (IAM) concepts, directory services, and experience with Okta’s platform, typically backed by relevant IT certifications or a technical degree. Familiarity with tools like Okta Identity Cloud, SAML, OAuth, and automation scripts, as well as certifications such as Okta Certified Administrator, are highly valued. Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set top professionals apart in this role. These skills ensure secure, efficient user access management and minimize risks in an organization’s digital infrastructure.

What are some common challenges faced by Okta Admins when managing user access and authentication?

Okta Admins often encounter challenges such as balancing security requirements with user convenience, managing large-scale user provisioning and deprovisioning, and troubleshooting authentication issues across multiple integrated applications. Staying up-to-date with new security features and best practices is also crucial, as is collaborating with IT, HR, and application teams to ensure seamless access control. Effective documentation and communication are key in overcoming these challenges and maintaining a secure, efficient identity management environment.

What are Okta Admins?

Okta Admins are IT professionals responsible for managing and maintaining an organization's Okta environment, which is a cloud-based identity and access management platform. Their duties include configuring user access, managing security policies, integrating applications, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Okta Admins play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive data by controlling authentication and authorization processes across company systems. They also support users with account-related issues and help enforce best practices for identity management.
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Infographic showing various Okta Admin job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 53% Full Time, and 47% Contract. Highlights an 90% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,979 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Cybersecurity Okta Engineer

ASRC Federal Holding

Quantico, VA • On-site

$61.75 - $75.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


ASRC Federal rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

193rd of 352 rated engineering


Job description

ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work™
ASRC Federal is actively hiring an Okta Engineer in support of our Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA) program based out of Quantico VA.
This is primarily a Telework position with a requirement to be onsite at least two (2) days a week or as needed at Quantico Marine Corps Base VA.
Position Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Okta Engineer to join our dynamic cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and management of our Okta Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our organization's data and systems. This role will focus on leveraging the full Okta suite, including Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Universal Directory, and Lifecycle Management, to enforce our Zero Trust security model and protect our hybrid workforce.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience with the Okta platform in an enterprise environment.
  • Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, Zero Trust architecture, and Identity and Access Management (IAM) concepts.
  • Active Secret Clearance REQUIRED, eligible to be upgraded to TS/SCI.
  • Must meet 8570 certification requirements at the time of hire. IAT Level II (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SCCP or higher tiered 8570 certification.
  • Bachelor's Degree, in Cybersecurity, Information Systems Management or a related field or an equivalent combination of military service and/or at least five (5) years of significant, relevant work experience.
  • Okta certifications are highly desired, such as:
    • Okta Certified Professional
    • Okta Certified Administrator
    • Okta Certified Consultant

Responsibilities:
  • Maintenance and Administration: Maintain the Okta Identity and Access Management platform to align with business needs and security policies.
  • Policy and Configuration Management: Develop, implement, and enforce security policies for authentication, authorization, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and application access.
  • Platform Operations and Maintenance: Provide ongoing operational support, including monitoring tenant health, performance tuning, and managing Okta agents and integrations.
  • Troubleshooting and Support: Act as a subject matter expert for Okta, providing technical support and troubleshooting for single sign-on (SSO), authentication, and user lifecycle issues.
  • Collaboration and Integration: Collaborate with network, security, and application teams to ensure seamless integration of Okta with other security tools, applications (SaaS and on-prem), and identity providers such as Azure AD and SIEM platforms.
  • Documentation and Training: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for Okta architecture, configurations, and processes. Provide training and mentorship to other team members on Okta best practices.
  • Stay Current: Stay up-to-date with the latest Okta features, security trends, and industry best practices to continuously improve our security posture.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:
  • This is primarily a Telework position with a requirement to be onsite up to two (2) days a week.
  • If alternate worksite is other than DCSA facilities or corporate office space, must have the reliable ability to communicate over voice (cell phone preferred) and stable, capable internet connection.
  • Must be able to communicate complex technical ideas to a diverse customer base both verbally and in written form.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. The salary offered will depend on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity, business needs, and other factors permitted by law. Posted pay ranges are a general guideline only and are not a guarantee of compensation or salary.
EEO Statement
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

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