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IAM Federation Services (Okta) Engineer

AbbVie · North Chicago, IL · Remote available · Full time · Other

Posted Oct 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a custom login experience you built with Okta APIs or the sign-in widget.

What they are checking: Whether they have hands-on Okta development experience with APIs or the sign-in widget, not only console configuration.

Tell me about a time you explained an identity issue to an application team that didn't understand federation.

What they are checking: Whether they can explain identity concepts to application teams simply and patiently, since many integration problems come from misunderstanding.

What would you do

Users in one region suddenly can't sign in to a cloud app through Okta. How do you troubleshoot?

What they are checking: Whether they troubleshoot sign-in failures methodically through logs and configuration, isolating the failing component instead of guessing under pressure.

What's your approach to rolling out FIDO2 or phishing-resistant MFA to a workforce of 80,000?

What they are checking: Planning a large MFA change with support and fallback paths.

About the work

Walk me through a SAML 2.0 login from the moment a user clicks the app to when they land inside it.

What they are checking: Real understanding of the federation flow and where it can break.

When would you choose OIDC over SAML for a new application integration?

What they are checking: Whether they know when OIDC fits better than SAML, such as for modern web and mobile apps, and can explain the trade-offs.

How would you design federation between Entra ID, Okta and Ping Federate without creating confusing login paths?

What they are checking: Whether they can design clear federation across several identity providers, so users get one predictable login path instead of confusing choices.

How does OAuth 2.0 differ from authentication, and why does that matter when teams integrate APIs?

What they are checking: Whether they clearly separate authorization from authentication, since confusing the two leads teams to build insecure API integrations.

A user is provisioned in the HR system but never shows up in a downstream app. Where do you look?

What they are checking: Whether they understand provisioning chains like HR feeds, directory sync and SCIM, and can trace exactly where a user record stopped.

How do you handle a certificate expiring on a federation trust without causing an outage?

What they are checking: Whether they track and rotate federation certificates ahead of expiry with partners, because a missed rotation can lock out every user of an app.

How do customer identities change your design compared with workforce identities?

What they are checking: Whether they understand how customer identity differs, with larger scale, self-service registration and privacy rules, compared with employee sign-in.

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The full job description

As published by AbbVie.

Join AbbVie’s Information Security & Risk Management (ISRM) team as an IAM Federation Services Engineer , where we empower our partners to succeed by delivering the knowledge, tools, and support needed to leverage data and technology securely and effectively. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), Okta, and Ping Federate to design, implement, and manage Directory and Authentication solutions for our global workforce of 80,000 users and customer identities. In this role, you’ll be responsible for: • Designing and implementing federation identity and access management solutions aligned with business requirements. • Integrating federation technologies with enterprise and cloud systems (e.g., Active Directory, HR systems, cloud applications) using standards such as SAML 2.0, OIDC, and OAuth 2.0. • Developing and maintaining custom authentication experiences leveraging Okta APIs, SDKs, and widget-based login flows. • Configuring and supporting various MFA technologies, such as PingID, Okta Verify, MS Authenticator, FIDO2, biometric, and OTP/push authentication. • Troubleshooting and resolving federation authentication and authorization issues, including analyzing logs and diagnosing user provisioning challenges. • Monitoring, optimizing, and ensuring the scalability and performance of federation infrastructure. • Providing technical guidance and support to administrators and end-users on federation-related topics. • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, vendors, and external partners to leverage integration opportunities and enhance federation capabilities. • Documenting federation configurations, processes, and procedures; staying updated on industry trends and recommending improvements for ongoing enhancement. Experiences that make you a strong candidate for this role: • Proven experience as a Federation Engineer or in a similar role, with a strong understanding of identity and access management principles, using Okta, Entra ID, and PingFederate. • Hands-on experience with Okta Identity Engine (OIE) for CIAM workflows (registration flows, self-service, and B2C/B2B identity patterns, Sign-in Widget). • Solid knowledge of federation platform features and functionalities, including user lifecycle management, SSO, and MFA. • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex federation-related issues. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. • Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience OR Masters with 4 years of experience. • Minimum 4 years of experience with Okta, Ping Federate. • Advanced proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and management of identity systems. • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment. Preferred: • Certifications in relevant federation technologies (such as Okta Certified Administrator, Ping Federate / PingOne Certified, or Microsoft Entra ID) are a plus. • Experience supporting large-scale environments (10,000+ users; 80,000+ users preferred). • Knowledge of security best practices and compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001). . ​Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ​ • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. ​ • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​ • This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​ Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. ​ AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 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