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Senior Systems Administrator – Okta, Active Secret Clearance
Ariel PartnersSenior Systems Administrator managing DLA Okta environments with a focus on administration and technical support. Collaborating with teams to ensure security and compliance in IT operations.
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCloudCyber SecurityFirewalls
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Plan, develop, install, configure, maintain, and optimize all Okta network software, communication links, and environments
- Manage configuration, operation, and administration of DLA’s Okta system, including web and application tiers
- Analyze and resolve end-user software and connectivity issues, performing capacity and performance analysis
- Develop, maintain, and implement automated tools and scripts to improve administrator efficiency
- Provide Tier III support to Tier I/II helpdesk personnel for escalated incidents
- Collaborate with project managers, system administrators, network engineers, and development teams to troubleshoot and optimize Okta integrations
- Perform security and compliance monitoring, including STIG remediation, vulnerability assessment, and incident response
- Maintain system documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and disaster recovery/COOP plans
- Deploy updates, patches, and new installations for Okta environments in accordance with DLA requirements
- Provide technical recommendations for architecture, upgrades, and integrations to ensure alignment with business and security objectives
- Document and track system changes, including root cause analyses for service disruptions
Requirements
What you’ll need- Must hold Active Secret Clearance
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience supporting large-scale Okta environments in IT administration
- Extensive knowledge of Okta administration, configuration, and integration with enterprise systems
- Hands-on experience with Active Directory, APIs, firewalls, and Zero Trust security models
- Proficiency in troubleshooting, system tuning, and performance optimization
- Familiarity with cloud services and hybrid integration (OCI or similar)
- Certifications - Relevant Okta certification from a nationally recognized technical authority
- Strong communication skills for coordination with government personnel and support teams
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve complex technical issues
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Familiarity with DLA/DoD cybersecurity policies, RMF, and federal compliance requirements
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health insurance
- Professional development
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Hard Skills & Tools
Okta ConfigurationSystem TuningPerformance OptimizationTroubleshootingAutomated Tools DevelopmentCapacity AnalysisVulnerability AssessmentIncident ResponseSTIG RemediationAPI Integration
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsIndependent WorkTask Management
Certifications
Active Secret ClearanceRelevant Okta Certification