Enterprise Security Architect, Okta

• This position requires deep expertise in embedding security across the software development lifecycle in modern SaaS environments, enterprise security, and enabling the rapid and safe adoption of artificial intelligence
• This position requires an astute collaborator, who thrives working with multiple stakeholders and can align cross-functional teams in security decisions making and solutions
• 10+ years of experience in information security with a focus on security architecture, cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and enterprise security
• Proven experience embedding security across the software development lifecycle in modern, large-scale SaaS environments
• Proficiency in security frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, and PCI, with a strong understanding of FedRAMP requirements
• Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align multiple stakeholders and engineering teams
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

Desirable

• The Security team’s mission is to strengthen Okta’s position as the leading Identity-as-a- Service solution through identifying and resolving risks to the employees, product, and most importantly, our customers
• With the ever-increasing pace of cloud application adoption, companies are struggling to find ways to accurately assess risk and act at the speed of their business
• The Enterprise Security Architect role guides and defines the overarching technical security strategies and partners across multiple functions as a trusted leader to support and ensure the secure development of architecture solutions and technology strategy
• The Enterprise Security Architect actively collaborates with Okta’s technology leaders to develop and drive security strategies across Okta
• The position is a crucial role in ensuring that Okta’s systems and services meet the highest security standards and align with our customers’ requirements
• The Enterprise Security Architect will conduct, or assist with conducting, designing, planning, implementing and operationalization of infrastructure, applications, and systems, including selection and deployment of cybersecurity technologies
• Drive Security Strategy & Vision: Define and lead the target-state security architecture for Okta's products, infrastructure, and corporate environments, ensuring the overall security strategy is aligned with business objectives and effectively communicated to leadership
• Architect & Engineer Secure Solutions: Design secure, scalable, and high-performance solutions that incorporate security best practices from the outset. You will lead the selection and implementation of cybersecurity technologies to protect our applications, systems, and infrastructure
• Pioneer Secure AI Adoption: Advocate for enabling the safe and rapid integration of artificial intelligence, developing the architectural patterns and controls necessary to leverage AI securely
• Lead Threat Modeling & Risk Assessment: Drive threat modeling initiatives and risk assessments across the product lifecycle, identifying potential attack vectors and designing effective security mitigations
• Architect for Compliance: Lead architectural efforts to achieve and maintain FedRAMP compliance, ensuring Okta’s solutions meet the rigorous security requirements of the federal government
• Innovate and Research: Research emerging security technologies, services, and controls to continuously mature the security of the Okta enterprise and its products