Sr Information Security Engineer - Okta

McLane is one of the largest and most stable supply chain services leaders in the United States. We've been at the forefront of delivering retail and restaurant solutions for convenience stores, mass merchants, drug stores, and chain restaurants for over 125 years. Our vision is to be an agile, innovative, and unified supply chain partner that delivers a superior customer experience, improves the lives of our teammates and community, and produces best-in-class returns.

The Sr. Information Security Engineer is a hybrid remote position which will require the candidate to report and work from the office three days a week. Therefore, interested candidates should be within a 50-minute radius from Temple, TX.

Under limited supervision, ensures information system security controls are functional and properly implemented. Provide consultation to management and all areas of information technology for proper controls and implementations for information security. Properly prioritize the top threats and identify the significance for management. Coordinates protection of information technology assets against unauthorized access, modification, or destruction. Responsible for determining enterprise information security standards and applying them. Leads and coordinates information technology threat research, analysis, collection, training, and reporting. Responsible for monitoring the work of other team members.

BENEFITS:

• Day 1 Benefits available: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Get paid early. Get paid fast.
• 401(k) with annual company match.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, college tuition reimbursement, and more!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Other duties may be assigned. A teammate in this position must have the ability to:

• Participate in the design and implementation of security controls throughout the information technology infrastructure, ensuring that security considerations are embedded in all areas of technology operations.
• Collaborate with various teams across the IT organization-such as help desk, distribution center operators, LAN/WAN administrators, voice and system administrators, and application developers-to ensure consistent application of security best practices.
• Design & Implement: Develop, deploy, and maintain Okta-based IAM solutions to support business and security needs.
• Identity & Access Management: Configure and optimize Okta Identity Engine, Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Adaptive Authentication, and Lifecycle Management (LCM).
• Okta Development: Customize Okta workflows using Okta Workflows, API, and scripting (JavaScript, Python, etc.) to automate identity-related processes.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure IAM solutions align with industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, GDPR).
• Integration & Automation: Integrate Okta with various enterprise applications (e.g., cloud services, on-prem applications, HR systems, and security tools).
• Monitoring & Incident Response: Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting mechanisms for IAM security incidents and proactively address vulnerabilities.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Work closely with IT, security, and business teams to enhance identity security and support digital transformation initiatives.
• Documentation & Training: Create technical documentation and provide guidance to teams on IAM best practices and Okta capabilities.
• Enable leadership to make informed decisions about risks and threats related to technology systems and their impact on business operations.
• Investigate user access issues and provide recommendations for enhancing the design and implementation of security protocols.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of security processes and procedures for use by other members of the security team, ensuring consistency and clarity in the organization's security practices.
• Have a basic understanding of various operating systems and database environments, including Z/OS, I/Series, Unix, and Windows, to support logical security and contribute to system-level security decisions.
• Participate in on-call rotations for security support during regular working hours and after-hours as needed.

Assist in evaluating candidates for security team positions and other roles within the information systems department.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

* Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field.

* 5 years of experience in Information Security or IAM, with at least 3 years focused on Okta development and deployment.

* Deep understanding of Okta Identity Cloud, Okta Workflows, and Okta API integration(s).

* Experience with SAML, OAuth, OIDC, and other authentication/authorization protocols.

* Strong knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) and modern IAM security practices.

* Okta Certified Developer, Okta Certified Administrator, or other IAM-related certifications.

* CompTIA Security + or Equivalent Certification a MUST

* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office environment

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.