Identity and Access Management Senior Associate, OKTA

Pwc Canada • Toronto, ON

47d • Onsite

About The Position

At PwC, our people in cybersecurity focus on protecting organisations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. They work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data. In cybersecurity incident management at PwC, you will focus on effectively responding to, and mitigating, cyber threats, maintaining the security of client systems and data. You will be responsible for identifying, analysing, and resolving security incidents to minimise potential damage and protect against future attacks.
Meaningful work you’ll be part of:
As a Identity and Access Management Senior Associate, OKTA , you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Associate specializing in Okta (Auth0) to join our onsite technical team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in implementing, managing, and optimizing our Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions using Okta and Auth0 platforms. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration, security, and operational excellence of our authentication and authorization systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of experience with identity and access management solutions, specifically Okta and/or Auth0.
• Strong knowledge of authentication protocols such as SAML, OAuth2, OIDC, LDAP, and WS-Federation.
• Proven experience in integrating Okta/Auth0 with web applications, mobile apps, and APIs.
• Hands-on experience with directory services (Active Directory, LDAP).
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python, or PowerShell) for automation and customization.
• Good understanding of security best practices related to IAM, including MFA, conditional access, and zero-trust principles.
• Experience with REST APIs and configuring access policies and authorization rules.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work onsite collaborating directly with technical teams and stakeholders.
• Willing to learn other security products

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of Okta and Auth0 identity solutions in an enterprise environment.
• Develop and configure authentication, authorization, and user lifecycle management workflows using Okta and Auth0 features.
• Integrate Okta/Auth0 with various applications, APIs, and third-party services ensuring secure and scalable identity management.
• Collaborate with developers, security teams, and system administrators to troubleshoot and resolve authentication and access issues.
• Monitor and analyze system performance and security, recommending and implementing optimizations or improvements.
• Document architecture, configuration, and operational procedures for identity management systems.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the IAM team.
• Stay up-to-date with Okta and Auth0 platform updates, new features, and security best practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees