Staff Product Security Engineer - Code Security Team at Okta

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Dec, 25

Salary

211000.0

Posted On

23 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Application Security, Security Automation, DevSecOps, AWS, CI/CD, Python, SAST, DAST, IaC, Secret Scanning, Vulnerability Identification, Security Code Reviews, Software Development, Risk Prioritization, Security Strategy, Infrastructure Management

Industry

Software Development

Description

Get to know Okta Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology, anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0 Platform, provide secure access, authentication, and automation, placing identity at the core of business security and growth. At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences. Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you. Staff Product Security Engineer - Code Security Team We are looking for a talented Security Engineer to join our Code Security Team and help us enhance our application security program. As a Product Security Engineer, you will contribute to the security of various aspects of Okta's DevSecOps Security posture, implement services, and define processes that mitigate risk in this space. The ideal candidate has strong Application Security knowledge, alongside a hands–on experience with automation through custom code. Your main responsibilities will include: Architect, implement, and manage DevSecOps tools, automating security checks and embedding SAST, DAST, IaC, and secret scanning into CI/CD pipelines. Build and maintain AWS-based secure infrastructure and automation pipelines using EC2, Step Functions, and Lambda, leveraging native security controls. Support Engineering through weekly rotations, assisting with triage, prioritisation, and remediation of findings to ensure timely remediation of vulnerabilities. Develop automation for internal systems to meet Okta-specific requirements for vulnerability identification, tracking, and reporting. Drive the definition and refinement of internal processes to accelerate secure software delivery. Contribute to security strategy, risk prioritization, and planning to strengthen Okta product security. To be considered for this role, you should have: At least 5 years of experience in Application Security, with a strong focus on security automation and building secure systems at scale. A deep understanding of modern web application vulnerabilities and remediation techniques (OWASP Top 10, CWE Top 25). Proven ability to perform security code reviews in at least one major programming language (Python, Go, Java, or C#). You should be able to read code, identify vulnerabilities, and propose effective remediation strategies. Significant software development experience in Python, or a similar language, with a strong interest in learning Python. A proven track record of automating and streamlining security processes, including hands-on experience implementing and managing commercial or open-source DevSecOps tools and hardening CI/CD pipelines. Additional skills we're looking for include: Knowledge of at least one of AWS, GCP, Azure, etc. Experience with CI/CD pipelines, either on-prem or cloud. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience. Industry certifications related to Application and Network Security, are a plus. At our company, we value collaboration, teamwork, and innovation. This role will report to the Manager of Software Supply Chain Security, and will work closely with other members of the DevSecOps team. We are passionate about what we do and strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you. #LI-HYBRID Below is the annual salary range for candidates located in Canada. Your actual salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, and experience. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable), bonus, and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, RRSP with a match, healthcare spending, telemedicine, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. To learn more about our Total Rewards program, please visit: https://rewards.okta.com/can. The annual base salary range for this position for candidates located in Canada is between: $141,000—$211,000 CAD What you can look forward to as a Full-Time Okta employee! Amazing Benefits Making Social Impact Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community at Okta Okta cultivates a dynamic work environment, providing the best tools, technology and benefits to empower our employees to work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs. Each organization is unique in the degree of flexibility and mobility in which they work so that all employees are enabled to be their most creative and successful versions of themselves, regardless of where they live. Find your place at Okta today! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/. Some roles may require travel to one of our office locations for in-person onboarding. Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding please use this Form to request an accommodation. Okta is committed to complying with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy at https://www.okta.com/privacy-policy/.

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Responsibilities

As a Product Security Engineer, you will enhance Okta's application security program and contribute to the security of various aspects of Okta's DevSecOps Security posture. Your main responsibilities include architecting and managing DevSecOps tools, automating security checks, and supporting engineering teams with vulnerability remediation.