Architect - GENART

SSO Authentication Solution Lead
Onsite to Plano, TX 75024
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Cog Kit
BGV Fully Cleared

Top Skills:
1. SSO/OKTA (Hands on)
2. CIAM (Hands-on)
3. Strong communication and should have led a team

Responsibilities:

Lead the design and implementation of authentication solutions that align with the organization's security and business goals.
Collaborate with architecture, engineering, and security teams to develop comprehensive authentication strategies across various platforms and applications.
Drive the evaluation and selection of authentication technologies, protocols, and tools, considering factors such as security, scalability, and user experience.
Provide technical expertise in the integration of authentication mechanisms, including multi-factor authentication (MFA), biometric authentication, and single sign-on (SSO).
Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging threats, and advancements in authentication and identity management.
Lead security assessments and penetration testing of authentication systems to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation strategies.
Define access control policies, user roles, and privilege management mechanisms based on business requirements.
Mentor and guide junior members of the authentication and security teams.
Collaborate with external partners and Vendors to implement best-in-class authentication solutions.
Create and maintain documentation related to authentication processes, configurations, and guidelines.

Qualifications:

BS/BA degree or equivalent experience
8+ years of experience in authentication architecture and design roles
Hands-on experience with Okta and/or relevant access management tools
Strong expertise in authentication protocols and mechanisms such as OAuth, OpenID Connect, SAML, JWT, Kerberos, etc.
development experience using Java, J2EE, JavaScript, python and XML.
Experience working with cloud-based authentication solutions (e.g., AWS Cognito, Azure AD, Okta).
Expertise in security principles, access control models, and encryption methods.
Ability to analyze complex systems, identify security gaps, and propose effective solutions.
Experience with Linux and Windows platforms, middleware, Apache and load balancers
Experience developing workflows, custom connectors, and troubleshooting issues
Experience in Data security practices and procedures, including systems analysis, authentication technologies, and access controls
Experience with Agile and DevOps tools and methodologies.
Minimum Okta Certified Administrator: Okta Certified Consultant and/or Okta Certified Developer preferred.
*CISSP / CIAM Certification is a plus