IAM Federation Services Engineer

AbbVie

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Hybrid

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
North Chicago, IL
Salary
$84,500–$162,000 / yr
Posted
9 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Sep 1, 2126

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Below market

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About AbbVie

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines and solutions in immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care. Its products include Humira, Skyrizi, and Rinvoq.

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TL;DR · IAM Federation Services Engineer

The IAM Federation Services (Okta) Engineer joins the Information Security & Risk Management team to design, implement, and manage directory and authentication solutions for a global workforce. This role involves integrating federation technologies with enterprise systems using SAML 2.0, OIDC, and OAuth 2.0 standards while developing custom authentication experiences via Okta APIs, SDKs, and widget-based flows. The engineer will configure MFA technologies including PingID, Okta Verify, and FIDO2, while troubleshooting complex authorization issues and ensuring infrastructure scalability. Key technical requirements include proficiency in Microsoft Entra ID, Okta Identity Engine for CIAM workflows, and Ping Federate. Candidates must possess advanced PowerShell scripting skills for automation and management of identity systems. The role addresses the critical business problem of securing user identities and providing seamless authentication across diverse cloud applications and internal corporate environments.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement federation identity and access management solutions aligned with business requirements.
  • Integrate federation technologies with enterprise systems using SAML 2.0, OIDC, and OAuth 2.0 protocols.
  • Develop custom authentication experiences using Okta APIs, SDKs, and widget-based login flows.
  • Configure and support various MFA technologies including PingID, Okta Verify, and FIDO2.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex federation authentication issues by analyzing logs and diagnosing provisioning challenges.
  • Monitor and optimize the performance and scalability of global federation infrastructure.
  • Provide technical guidance to administrators and end-users on federation-related topics.
  • Document federation configurations, processes, and procedures while staying updated on industry trends.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience or a Master's degree with 4 years of experience.
  • Minimum 4 years of experience with Okta and Ping Federate.
  • Advanced proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and management of identity systems.
  • Expertise in Microsoft Entra ID, Okta Identity Engine (OIE), and Ping Federate.
  • Experience implementing SAML 2.0, OIDC, and OAuth 2.0 protocols.
  • Knowledge of security best practices and compliance frameworks like NIST or ISO 27001.
  • Experience supporting large-scale environments with over 10,000 users.
  • Relevant certifications such as Okta Certified Administrator, Ping Federate/PingOne, or Microsoft Entra ID are preferred.

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