Role Overview

Identity platform (Okta) administration; SSO, authentication, and access controls
User lifecycle management automation; onboarding and offboarding of users, devices, and application access
Maintenance of corporate IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, firewalls, applications, and cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Endpoint management and configuration (Jamf, Intune), including security policy, patching, and vulnerability remediation
SOX auditing and compliance enforcement across IT infrastructure processes and procedures
Build and expand automation across IT operations, using both code and no-code tools, to reduce manual toil and improve consistency at scale
Identify opportunities to apply AI and machine learning to reduce operational burden and improve decision-making
Evaluate and adopt emerging tools and technologies that enhance identity management, endpoint security, and overall IT infrastructure efficiency
Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation (runbooks, SOPs, end-user guides)
Collaborate with Security, DevOps, HR, and other teams to identify and execute infrastructure improvements
Assist IT leadership with special projects that may involve handling sensitive data, internal investigations, or strict confidentiality requirements

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Proven experience with enterprise-scale implementations of the following:
IdP/SSO concepts (SAML/OAuth), provisioning (SCIM/JIT), and platform administration (Okta)
MDM platform administration (Jamf, Intune)
Functional understanding of the following:
Security principles (least privilege, secure design, data protection)
Automation using code and no-code tools (Okta Workflows, webhooks, APIs, AWS Lambda/Cloud Functions, Python, Bash/ZSH, PowerShell)
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and version control (Git, GitHub)
Networking principles, troubleshooting, management, and administration
Cloud concepts (IaaS, public cloud) and platform administration
Strong technical verbal and written skills and ability to produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation
Ability to build a project plan and carry it to completion without oversight
Experience with change management and helping to define team processes, procedures, and best practices
Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
Any of the following are a plus:
Experience scaling IT systems and infrastructure through periods of significant organizational growth and change (e.g. M&A)
Demonstrated use of AI tools or AI-assisted approaches to solve real-world IT and business problems
Experience implementing compliance controls (e.g., SOX) and security standards (e.g., NIST, ISO)
IT certifications in System Administration, Security, Networking, or related fields

Tech Stack

AWS
Azure
Cloud
Firewalls
Google Cloud Platform
Jamf
Python
Terraform

Benefits

Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
Rejuvenation Policy – Flexible Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + holiday company shutdown
New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
Mental health support
Paid sabbatical after 5 years for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge, and pursue their interests
Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend (Only remote Nerds are eligible for the Wifi Stipend)
Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy (Only remote Nerds are eligible for these stipends)
Nerd-led group initiatives – Employee Resource Groups for Parents, Diversity, and Inclusion, Women, LGBTQIA, and other communities
Hackathons and team events across all teams and departments
Company-wide events like NerdLove (employee appreciation) and our annual Charity Auction
Our Nerds love to make an impact by paying it forward – Take 8 hours of volunteer time off per quarter and donate to your favorite causes with a company match
401K with 4% company match
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Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar
Disability and Life Insurance with employer-paid premiums

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