Senior Security Architect – IAM, AWS & Application Security (Okta)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Security Architect – IAM, AWS & Application Security (Okta) based in India.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced security professional to shape and strengthen enterprise security architecture across modern cloud and hybrid environments. In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of secure identity and access management solutions while providing strategic guidance on application and data security. Working closely with cross-functional technology teams, you will help build resilient authentication, authorization, and access control frameworks that support business growth. You'll play a key advisory role in security architecture decisions, ensuring best practices are embedded across cloud platforms, applications, and infrastructure. This position is ideal for someone who combines deep technical expertise with strong consulting and stakeholder management skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. 

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Security Architect – IAM, AWS & Application Security (Okta) based in India.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced security professional to shape and strengthen enterprise security architecture across modern cloud and hybrid environments. In this role, you will lead the design and implementation of secure identity and access management solutions while providing strategic guidance on application and data security. Working closely with cross-functional technology teams, you will help build resilient authentication, authorization, and access control frameworks that support business growth. You'll play a key advisory role in security architecture decisions, ensuring best practices are embedded across cloud platforms, applications, and infrastructure. This position is ideal for someone who combines deep technical expertise with strong consulting and stakeholder management skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. 

Accountabilities:

• Design and implement enterprise-grade Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions using Okta, ensuring secure authentication, authorization, and access governance.
• Architect secure identity integrations across AWS services, SaaS applications, and custom platforms using technologies such as SSO, MFA, OAuth 2.0, OIDC, and RBAC.
• Act as a trusted security advisor to application, infrastructure, and data teams, providing architectural guidance throughout design and implementation phases.
• Develop secure identity federation strategies, API security frameworks, and token-based authentication models for cloud and hybrid environments.
• Enable secure connectivity and identity validation for field devices, edge systems, and hybrid cloud deployments.
• Optimize identity workflows, troubleshoot complex security challenges, and ensure consistent security controls across multiple platforms.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote security best practices, improve governance, and support long-term security transformation initiatives.

Requirements

• 8–10 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, with strong expertise in Identity and Access Management and security architecture.
• Extensive hands-on experience designing and implementing Okta-based IAM solutions, including SSO, MFA, lifecycle management, directory integrations, and policy configuration.
• Strong knowledge of AWS security services, including IAM, Cognito, and cloud security best practices.
• Proven experience with authentication and authorization standards such as OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Experience securing applications, APIs, cloud platforms, and hybrid environments while providing architectural guidance to technical teams.
• Familiarity with securing field devices, edge computing environments, and cross-platform identity integrations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to advise both technical and business teams effectively.

Benefits

• Remote-first work opportunity with flexibility to work from anywhere in India or Bangalore.
• Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term career growth potential.
• Competitive annual compensation ranging from INR 1,500,000 to INR 1,950,000.
• Opportunity to work on enterprise-scale cloud security and IAM transformation initiatives.
• Exposure to modern security technologies, AWS cloud services, and advanced identity management platforms.
• Collaborative environment focused on technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to influence security strategy while working alongside experienced technology and security professionals.

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