System Administrator - Identity and Access Management

Do you want to build and automate identity and cyber security processes to not only secure our environment but improve the user experience? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!

As an Identity and Access Management System Administrator on our team, you will closely interact with other team members, solutions and enterprise architects, team leaders, business clients, and business analysts, working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and customer-focused environment.

• This position will be hired at the System Administrator or Senior System Administrator level.
• This position is eligible to work hybrid in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Applicants must reside in Kansas or Missouri or be willing to relocate as a condition of employment.
  
  

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Why Join Us?

• Dynamic Work Environment: Collaborate with a team of passionate and driven individuals.
• FamilyComes FirstTotal rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees.
• Trust: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas
• Stability: 80 years of commitment, compassion and community
  
  

Compensation

$95,000 - 126,000

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The salary range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive salaries that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.
  
  

What you'll do:

• Manage, maintain, and troubleshoot the Okta environment, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Develop and implement custom integrations and workflows within the Okta platform.
• Monitor and analyze system performance, making recommendations for improvements.
• Skilled in configuring, managing, and administering Microsoft Entra and Microsoft Azure Single Sign-On (SSO) to streamline user access and enhance security across cloud applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and manage identity and access management solutions.
• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Defender to identify, monitor, and govern cloud applications, ensuring robust security and compliance across cloud environments
• Stay up to date and utilize expertise in Okta, Azure SSO, Microsoft Entra, and other IAM tools to ensure robust security controls and efficient access management.
• Provide technical support and training to end-users and internal teams.
• Develop and maintain documentation for Okta configurations, processes, and procedures.
• While being technical and hands-on capable, you will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of identity security systems like Okta SSO, Entra, Okta, Auth0, AD, etc.
• Implement identity controls and settings that align with policies and governance structure.
• Develop and maintain scripts for automation, customization, and integration of security solutions.
• Participate in the analysis, design, and implementation of security processes and workflows.
• Make recommendations for improvements in automation efficiencies, security practices and end-user experience.
• Work closely with security leadership, teammates, and stakeholders to evaluate and implement access models that align with organizational risk posture.
  
  

What you need:

• Education: Bachelor's degree or completion of a Computer Science Program from a Technical Trade School is preferred.
• Minimum of five years' experience in I.T. and/or application development is required.
  
  

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft ADFS and Azure SSO: Proficient in configuring and managing Microsoft Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) and Azure Single Sign-On (SSO) for secure, seamless authentication across cloud and on-premises applications.
• Azure User Access Management: Strong understanding of Azure Active Directory (AAD) user access management, including role-based access control (RBAC), user provisioning, and access policy enforcement.
• Product certifications (e.g., Okta certifications Okta Certified Professional, Okta Certified Administrator, Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator, and Microsoft Azure Technologies)
• 2+ years of knowledge in Security technologies, such as Active Directory, Directory Services, Single Sign-On, LDAP, Authorization and Authentication Technologies, User Provisioning.
• Knowledge of CyberArk Privileged Access Management, SailPoint/IdentityNow, and/or scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash, Java Scripting) for automation and customization purposes
  
  

Benefits & Perks

• Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package
• Incentive pay program (EPIP)
• Health/Vision/Dental insurance
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
• Fertility/Adoption assistance
• 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
• 5% 401(k) plan matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We believe that embracing diversity and authentically promoting inclusion, equity, and belonging among our team members is crucial to our collective success. By intentionally recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse pool of talent, we cultivate an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request, ensuring an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all.