Salesforce Developer (SSO / Identity & Access)

Cherokee Federal is seeking an experienced Salesforce Developer to support a VA modernization project. The role focuses on implementing an Okta-based Single Sign-On (SSO) solution across multiple Salesforce environments, combining hands-on development with authentication troubleshooting and user access management.

Responsibilities:

• Support Salesforce SSO migration and authentication readiness across multiple environments (Development, Test, UAT, Production)
• Configure, validate, and troubleshoot SAML-based SSO integrations using Okta or similar identity providers
• Analyze and resolve login issues using browser developer tools and Salesforce debug logs
• Enable and interpret Salesforce debug logs for authentication and user session troubleshooting
• Perform user impersonation (login-as) to validate access and reproduce issues
• Manage profiles, permission sets, and user access configurations
• Configure and maintain Network Access settings, including IP ranges and login restrictions
• Support environment setup and validation for enterprise access management changes
• Collaborate with VA enterprise teams and internal stakeholders to ensure successful SSO implementation
• Prepare and support end users to ensure successful login and access during rollout
• Develop code in accordance with established development standards, including unit testing, security testing, and automation testing
• Provide expert-level guidance on the implementation, configuration, integration, and optimization of Salesforce solutions
• Lead the design and architecture of Salesforce solutions and custom applications
• Advise stakeholders on Salesforce best practices, platform capabilities, limitations, and potential third-party tools
• Perform system evaluations and gap analyses to recommend optimal configurations and data models
• Support Agile development teams with detailed knowledge of the Salesforce development lifecycle, including DevOps and sandbox strategy
• Ensure compliance with security, data governance, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with clients, product owners, and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic business outcomes
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements:

• US Citizen
• Active VA Public Trust Clearance or the ability to obtain this clearance
• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience
• Strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, preferably in Service Cloud
• Experience troubleshooting SSO authentication issues, specifically using SAML
• Experience working with Okta or another Identity Provider (IdP)
• Proficiency with Salesforce debug logs, user access management, and login troubleshooting
• Experience using browser developer tools to analyze authentication errors
• Experience configuring Network Access settings in Salesforce
• Ability to support and manage multiple Salesforce environments simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal