Data Engineer - Cyber Defense - Remote

Overview

Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology—anywhere, on any device or app. Our Workforce and Customer Identity Clouds enable secure yet flexible access, authentication, and automation that transforms how people move through the digital world, putting Identity at the heart of business security and growth.

In Short

• Join Okta's Cyber Defense team as a Data Engineer.
• Build and maintain scalable security data pipelines.
• Ensure data quality and governance.
• Enable advanced security analytics.
• Collaborate with detection and response engineers.
• Transform raw security logs into structured datasets.
• Assist in building dashboards and reports for threat detection.
• Implement data validation and monitoring.
• Work with security teams for seamless data ingestion.
• Optimize data pipelines for performance and cost efficiency.

Requirements

• Proficiency in SQL and Python.
• Experience with ETL/ELT frameworks and data pipelines.
• Familiarity with log processing and SIEM tools.
• Understanding of data security best practices.
• Strong communication skills and a team player.
• Curiosity about systems and automation.
• Equivalent experience if no degree.
• Experience in technology-focused teams.
• Continuous learning and growth mindset.
• Experience in Cyber Security analytics is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Equity and bonus opportunities.
• Paid leave including PTO and parental leave.
• Dynamic work environment with flexibility.
• Opportunities for social impact and diversity initiatives.