IAM Engineer, Okta Integration

Peraton

. Configure, administer, and optimize Okta Identity Engine (OIE) for DoD enterprise identity workflows .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $66,000 - $106,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in configuring and administering Okta Identity Engine and implementing secure authentication protocols such as OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect. Proficient in identity federation, mobile authentication integration, and compliance with federal cybersecurity mandates.

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Okta Identity Engine AdministrationOAuth 2.0 ImplementationIdentity Federation IntegrationMobile Authentication DevelopmentFIDO2/WebAuthn Implementation

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Hard Skills

Okta Identity EngineOAuth 2.0OpenID ConnectFIDO2/WebAuthnIdentity FederationMobile AuthenticationREST APIsToken Lifecycle ManagementAPI Authorization ModelsIdentity Lifecycle Processes

Soft Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Tools & Technologies

Okta Embedded SDKPostmanOkta Workflows

Certifications & Qualifications

Okta Certified AdministratorOkta Certified ProfessionalSecurity + Certification

Industry Keywords

DoD ComplianceNIST SP 800-63DISA STIGsPublic TrustCAC/PIV

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AndroidCyber SecurityiOS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Configure, administer, and optimize Okta Identity Engine (OIE) for DoD enterprise identity workflows
Implement and support the Okta Embedded SDK for secure standardized authentication in partner applications
Develop and enhance mobile identity integrations for native iOS and Android platforms supporting DoD mission applications
Implement OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and PKCE
Configure phishing-resistant authentication methods including FIDO2/WebAuthn
Design and maintain adaptive and risk-based authentication policies
Integrate identity federation services including OIDC and SAML 2.0 with external Identity Providers
Manage JWT, ID, Access, and Refresh token lifecycles
Implement secure API authentication using OAuth scopes, claims, and structured authorization patterns
Build identity automation using Okta Workflows and no-code/low-code orchestration tooling
Integrate Okta with DoD authoritative data sources and enterprise IAM services
Support provisioning, deprovisioning, profile management, and attribute governance
Troubleshoot identity, federation, and mobile SDK integration issues across DoD environments
Use REST APIs, Postman, and related tooling for API development, testing, and validation
Work with DevSecOps teams to integrate IAM capabilities into CI/CD pipelines
Ensure compliance with DoD RMF, DISA STIGs, NIST SP 800-63, and other Federal cybersecurity mandates

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years with BA/BS, 3 years with MS/MA, 0 years with PhD, or 9 years with HS diploma
Experience configuring and administering Okta Classic Engine or Okta Identity Engine (OIE)
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust
U.S. Citizenship required
Experience implementing Okta Embedded SDK and designing secure custom authentication flows
Strong knowledge of OAuth 2.0, OIDC, PKCE, and related identity protocols
Experience implementing FIDO2/WebAuthn for phishing-resistant authentication
Experience developing adaptive/risk-based authentication policies
Strong background in identity federation and IdP integrations (OIDC, SAML 2.0)
Experience integrating secure mobile authentication for native iOS and Android
Understanding of authentication token lifecycle management
Experience designing structured API authorization models using OAuth scopes and claims
Experience with identity lifecycle processes, provisioning, and directory synchronization
Strong troubleshooting skills related to authentication, federation, and SDK integrations
Experience working with REST APIs and tools such as Postman
Understanding of NIST 800 SP68
Okta Certified Administrator or Okta Certified Professional preferred
Security + Certification preferred
Hands-on experience with the Okta Identity Engine Embedded SDK for native app authentication preferred
Experience supporting large-scale implementations preferred
Knowledge of NIST SP 800-63 Digital Identity Guidelines preferred
Experience with CAC/PIV, derived credentials, or mobile credential solutions preferred
Experience integrating identity proofing, identity verification, or credential issuance services preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Health savings account
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays
Eligible employees may be eligible for overtime
Shift differential
Discretionary bonus