EY Careers – Senior Okta SSO / Identity & Access Management (IAM) Analyst | Chennai / Anywhere in India
Job Description
Summary
Join EY Global Delivery Services (GDS) as a Senior Okta Operations Analyst in Chennai or remotely across India. This role is perfect for experienced Identity and Access Management (IAM) professionals with 4–8 years of experience in Okta, SSO, MFA, and IAM solutions.
As a Senior Analyst, you will lead Okta operations, SSO integrations, and identity services management, ensuring secure, efficient, and scalable identity solutions for global clients. If you have hands-on experience with Okta, Entra ID, Ping Federate, SAML, OAuth, and OpenID, this role will place you at the forefront of digital security and identity management.
Job Details at a Glance
| Job Title | Senior Okta SSO / IAM Analyst |
|---|---|
| Company | EY (Ernst & Young Global Delivery Services) |
| Location | Chennai / Anywhere in India |
| Other Locations | Remote / Multiple Indian locations |
| Department | Global Managed Services – Identity & Access Management |
| Experience Required | 4–8 years in IAM & Okta Operations |
| Education Qualification | Bachelor’s in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field |
| Key Skills | Okta, SSO, MFA, Microsoft Entra ID, Ping Federate, Identity Management, IAM Automation, PowerShell |
| Requisition ID | 1611335 |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Date Posted | October 10, 2025 |
About the Role
The Senior Okta SSO Analyst is a key member of EY’s IAM team, responsible for advanced Okta management, SSO/MFA integration, and operational excellence. You will oversee day-to-day identity services, mentor junior analysts, optimize workflows, and ensure high availability, security, and compliance across global operations.
This role blends technical expertise with strategic operations, making it ideal for professionals who thrive in dynamic, client-facing, and global IT environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day Okta operations, ensuring system performance, security, and availability.
- Lead SSO integration projects across applications and systems, troubleshooting SSO & MFA issues.
- Serve as Okta subject matter expert, providing guidance to junior analysts and stakeholders.
- Monitor and optimize SSO/MFA systems, implement automation for operational efficiency.
- Manage incident response, root cause analysis, and operational documentation.
- Conduct access reviews, user provisioning, and compliance audits.
- Collaborate with IAM engineering and IT teams to deploy new features and ensure production readiness.
- Develop and maintain operational procedures, disaster recovery plans, and best practices.
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to training materials for IAM operations.
Preferred Skills & Technologies
- Hands-on experience with Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, Ping Federate, Ping ID.
- Knowledge of federation protocols: SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect.
- Experience in SSO/MFA deployment, troubleshooting, upgrades, and configuration management.
- Scripting & automation skills: PowerShell, Azure CLI.
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks: GDPR, HIPAA, SOX.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.
- Relevant certifications: Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, ITIL, or equivalent.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- 4–8 years of relevant experience in IAM, Okta, SSO, and MFA technologies.
- Willingness to travel, work in shifts, and provide on-call support as required.
What EY Offers
- Work with global teams and clients across multiple geographies.
- Exposure to cutting-edge IAM technologies and digital transformation projects.
- Opportunities for continuous learning, skill development, and career growth.
- Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive culture supporting your professional journey.
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