Information Security Senior Engineer - Access Management (Okta)

Plano, TX

Who we are

For nearly 70 years, Toyota has embraced the Toyota Way Philosophy, emphasizing Respect for People and "Kaizen" (Continuous Improvement). These core values foster a collaborative and innovative environment where everyone feels respected and valued. As a values-driven, customer-focused company, Toyota has built a foundation of trust with team members, dealers, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders, all united by a commitment to doing the right thing.

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These words capture the essence of life at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is leading the future of mobility with innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We seek diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

An integral part of the Toyota family is Toyota Financial Services (TFS), the finance and insurance brand for Toyota and Lexus in North America. Although TFS operates as a separate business entity, it plays a crucial role in realizing Toyota's vision of moving people beyond what's possible. At TFS, you will contribute to creating best-in-class customer experiences in an innovative, collaborative environment.

Please note that Toyota does not offer sponsorship for employment-based visas or other work authorizations for this position at this time.

This role is located in our Plano, TX headquarters and is hybrid in nature, with a mix of in office days and some days working remotely; this could change in the future based on business needs. Candidates are expected to live within a commutable distance to Plano, TX.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Access Management Engineer to join our Information Security Department. This role will be central to delivering strategic access management solutions that strengthen the security posture of Toyota Financial Services and its global partners. You will take ownership of the design, implementation, and management of Okta solutions, including Workforce Identity, Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM), and B2B, ensuring comprehensive identity and access management (IAM) services across the organization.

As a senior member of the team, you will collaborate with Operations, Governance, and Engineering teams to ensure the secure development, deployment, and optimization of access management services. You'll drive innovation, establish best practices, and influence the future architecture of identity security while being hands-on in developing solutions.

This position is based at our Plano, TX headquarters and follows a hybrid work model, combining in-office and remote workdays. Candidates should reside within a commutable distance to Plano, TX.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design and Implement Access Management Solutions: Lead the architecture, deployment, and optimization of Okta Identity and Access Management solutions, including Okta Workforce Identity, CIAM, B2B, Okta Identity Engine (OIE), and other advanced Okta capabilities.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Governance, Incident Response, and Engineering teams to ensure access management solutions align with security standards and compliance requirements.

• Security and Compliance: Ensure IAM solutions meet the organization's security policies and regulatory requirements, such as SOX, GDPR, and PCI-DSS, particularly within financial services.

• Strategic Roadmapping: Contribute to and help execute the multi-year IAM roadmap, ensuring alignment with Toyota's broader security goals and objectives.

• Agile Development: Actively participate in Sprint planning and Agile ceremonies, driving the delivery of access management solutions that align with business needs and adhere to best practices.

• Incident Management: Provide expert technical leadership during security incidents related to access management, leading rapid response efforts for identity-related breaches or access control issues.

• Mentorship and Leadership: Mentor junior engineers and foster a collaborative environment focused on knowledge sharing, skill development, and continuous improvement.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay ahead of the curve by researching and evaluating new technologies and practices within the IAM field, especially related to Okta.

What You Bring

• Technical Expertise:

• 5+ years of experience with Identity and Access Management, with a focus on Okta implementation, configuration, and management, including experience with Okta Identity Engine (OIE), Adaptive MFA, Universal Directory, and Okta's Workforce, CIAM, and B2B solutions.

• Deep understanding of access management protocols such as SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect (OIDC), WebAuthN, and experience implementing passwordless authentication, adaptive access controls, and identity federation.

• Expertise in implementing IAM lifecycle management, provisioning, single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and role-based access control (RBAC).

• Knowledge of Okta features such as API Access Management, Identity Governance, Workflow Automation, and Okta Advanced Server Access (ASA).

• Experience integrating Okta into diverse application environments, including both on-premises and cloud-based architectures.

• Security and Compliance Knowledge: In-depth experience ensuring IAM solutions comply with industry standards such as SOX, GDPR, and PCI-DSS, particularly in regulated industries like financial services.

• Agile Experience: Proven ability to lead and contribute to Agile environments using tools like Jira or Confluence.

• Problem Solving and Innovation: Demonstrated success in identifying gaps in access management systems, proposing innovative solutions, and leading their implementation.

Added Bonus If You Have

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

• Certifications in Okta.

• Experience integrating IAM solutions with cloud environments like AWS or Azure.

What we'll bring

During your interview process, our team will provide detailed information about our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. Here are a few highlights:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, including tuition reimbursement.

• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount.

• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable).

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family.

• Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable).

• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan with a company match, plus an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of your own contributions.

• Paid holidays and paid time off.

• Referral services for prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Relocation assistance (if applicable).

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences, with respect for all as our guiding principle. Toyota is proud to support team members through 10+ Business Partnering Groups across 100 North American chapter locations, ensuring everyone can dream, do, and grow with a sense of belonging.

As a company recognized by DiversityInc as one of the Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over a decade, we are committed to celebrating the diversity of the communities where we live and work.

We are an equal opportunity employer, considering applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

If you have any questions or need assistance with your application, please email us at talent.acquisition@toyota.com.

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.