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Okta Admin Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Okta Architect/Engineer

Quantico, VA · On-site

$190K - $219K/yr

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  • Life

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  • PTO

Okta Certified Administrator * Okta Certified Consultant. * Education: Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or a related field; Master's Degree ...

Okta Engineer, Senior Consultant

Washington, DC

$113K - $188K/yr

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At least 2 current Okta certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Professional, Administrator, Consultant, Developer). * Experience supporting Federal IT projects that integrate multiple IAM technologies.

Okta Engineer, Senior Consultant

Mclean, VA · On-site

$113K - $188K/yr

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  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

At least 2 current Okta certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Professional, Administrator, Consultant, Developer). * Experience supporting Federal IT projects that integrate multiple IAM technologies.

Okta Engineer, Senior Consultant

Mclean, VA

$113K - $188K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

At least 2 current Okta certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Professional, Administrator, Consultant, Developer). * Experience supporting Federal IT projects that integrate multiple IAM technologies.

Okta Engineer, Senior Consultant

Mclean, VA · On-site

$113K - $188K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

At least 2 current Okta certifications (e.g., Okta Certified Professional, Administrator, Consultant, Developer). * Experience supporting Federal IT projects that integrate multiple IAM technologies.

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Configure, administer, and optimize Okta Identity Engine (OIE) to support DoD enterprise identity workflows. * Implement and support the Okta Embedded SDK to deliver secure and standardized ...

... administrators up to executives * Strong operational skills that will drive organizational efficiencies and customer satisfaction * Experience with Okta is a huge plus Core Competencies and Values ...

Configure and manage Single Sign-On (SSO) and Federation solutions using Okta. Administer and maintain Active Directory and cloud identity services. Implement and enforce Least Privilege Access and ...

Staff Site Reliability Engineer (FedRAMP)

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$194K - $267K/yr

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They are part systems administrator, part network administrator, and part developer. What you'll be doing * Maintain a highly available cloud infrastructure edge for the Okta identity platform

... administrator. * AI-Driven Content Crafting: Serve as the power-user and global champion for our proposal tech stack. Use AI to generate, refine, and optimize responses, while maintaining Okta ...

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How much do okta admin jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 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?

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 an Okta Admin 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 is an Okta Admin?

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 August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,979 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Okta Lead Engineer

Precision Technologies Corp

Oakland, CA • On-site

$117K - $155K/yr

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Job description

The role focuses on leading identity and access management (IAM) transitions, specifically migrating from Okta to a new Identity Provider (IDP), consolidating applications, managing data migrations, and overseeing decommissioning of legacy systems. The candidate will ensure successful migrations through robust validation practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the transition of applications/services from Okta to a new IDP.
  • Manage the consolidation of applications/services between services, including data migration from applications.
  • Oversee the decommissioning of applications/services replaced by client specific solutions.
  • Establish and execute validation principles to ensure successful migrations.

Technical Skills:

  • Comprehensive understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) principles and best practices.
  • Deep proficiency in Okta's Identity Engine platform (features, functionality, integration).
  • Strong expertise in IDP protocols: SSO, SAML, OIDC, JIT, SCIM (understanding appropriate use cases).
  • Ability to interpret technical specifications and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.

Analytical Skills:

  • Exceptional problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues effectively.
  • Strong attention to detail in requirements gathering and solution validation.

Communication Skills:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder interaction across all levels.
  • Proven ability to create clear, concise documentation and reports.

Project Management Skills:

  • Strong organizational skills for managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
  • Knowledgeable with Agile Scrum methodologies

Qualification:

Education & Certifications:

  • 8+ Years related experience in IAM domain.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or a closely related field.
  • Relevant certifications such as Okta Certified Administrator or Okta Certified Consultant are required.