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APJ Strategic Advisor - Office of Field CTOSydney, AustraliaGet to know OktaOkta is The Worlds Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technologyanywhere, 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.At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - were looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences.Join our team! Were building a world where Identity belongs to you.At Okta, our Global Presales team is a trusted force of technical experts and strategic advisors helping organizations navigate the ever-changing identity landscape. We dont just demo features, we architect outcomes. We influence product direction, define best practices, and shape how customers think about modern security. Sitting at the intersection of innovation and execution, Presales at Okta is uniquely positioned to drive impact at scale.The Office of the Field CTO is a high-impact, forward-looking group within Global Presales. Focused on strategic engagement, thought leadership, and market influence, this team connects Oktas vision to the identity challenges of the worlds most complex organizations.Presales Distinguished Strategic Advisor, Office of the Field CTO OpportunityWe are seeking a Distinguished Strategic Advisor, a senior field-facing leadership role designed for someone who thrives in complex, high-impact customer engagements and has the credibility to work as a peer to CISOs, CIOs, and Chief Architects.Youll serve as a technical and strategic advisor to Oktas most important customers, our key strategic Partners and alongside our VP/SVP for the region. Youll guide enterprise identity strategies, evangelize best practices, and influence product direction through direct customer feedback and regional insight. Your ability to connect architecture with business outcomes will help customers de-risk transformation and accelerate innovation using identity as the foundation.Get to know OktaOkta is The Worlds Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technologyanywhere, 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.At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - were looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences.Join our team! Were building a world where Identity belongs to you.At Okta, our Global Presales team is a trusted force of technical experts and strategic advisors helping organizations navigate the ever-changing identity landscape. We dont just demo features, we architect outcomes. We influence product direction, define best practices, and shape how customers think about modern security. Sitting at the intersection of innovation and execution, Presales at Okta is uniquely positioned to drive impact at scale.The Office of the Field CTO is a high-impact, forward-looking group within Global Presales. Focused on strategic engagement, thought leadership, and market influence, this team connects Oktas vision to the identity challenges of the worlds most complex organizations.Presales Distinguished Strategic Advisor, Office of the Field CTO OpportunityWe are seeking a Distinguished Strategic Advisor, a senior field-facing leadership role designed for someone who thrives in complex, high-impact customer engagements and has the credibility to work as a peer to CISOs, CIOs, and Chief Architects.Youll serve as a technical and strategic advisor to Oktas most important customers, our key strategic Partners and alongside our VP/SVP for the region. Youll guide enterprise identity strategies, evangelize best practices, and influence product direction through direct customer feedback and regional insight. Your ability to connect architecture with business outcomes will help customers de-risk transformation and accelerate innovation using identity as the foundation.What youll be doingStrategic Customer Engagement:Act as a technical executive sponsor for a portfolio of strategic accounts, with deep involvement in roadmap alignment and solution planningHelp customers align identity strategy to transformation initiatives like Zero Trust, hybrid cloud, workforce modernization, and digital trustDrive influence by shaping identity vision across the full stakeholder spectrum, from IT to security to businessTechnical Leadership:Guide the design of modern identity architectures, integrations, and risk-based approaches to access controlTranslate product capabilities into clear, actionable technical strategies that fit customer maturity and architecture constraintsProvide hands-on architectural guidance and lead deep technical conversations on implementation trade-offs, scalability, and integrationPartner Ecosystem EngagementShape and execute the technical partner strategy in collaboration with regionally identified key global systems integrators (GSIs), regional delivery partners, and technology alliances to accelerate identity-led transformation at scaleServe as a strategic advisor to partner CTOs and senior architects, driving alignment with Oktas long-term platform vision, technical roadmap, and architectural best practicesInfluence and co-develop joint solution offerings that expand Oktas value in market, supporting scalable, repeatable outcomes across key verticals and transformation programsChampion partner-led innovation by bringing strategic partner feedback into product, solution engineering, and partner enablement teams to evolve integrations, tools, and go-to-market modelsField Enablement and CollaborationPartner with Regional GMs & VPs to provide technical oversight on high-complexity dealsPartner with sales leadership to identify and address critical business opportunities and challenges.Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless execution of global initiatives.Innovate in tools and techniques to drive excellence and momentumMarket InfluenceRepresent Okta in analysts, press, customer briefings, executive meetings, and technical forums across industry verticalsProvide thought leadership on identity modernization and enterprise architecture through blogs, keynote sessions, and industry standards through participating in relevant technical advisory boards(eg. CSA Zero Trust Councils, AISA advisory groups, Singapore Cybersecurity Consortium quarterly forums, Japan Network Security Association working groups & Data Security Council of India task forces)Share regional learnings and customer patterns to inform cross-functional strategy across Product, Marketing, and SalesPartner Ecosystem EngagementShape and execute the technical partner strategy in collaboration with regionally identified key global systems integrators (GSIs), regional delivery partners, and technology alliances to accelerate identity-led transformation at scaleServe as a strategic advisor to partner CTOs and senior architects, driving alignment with Oktas long-term platform vision, technical roadmap, and architectural best practicesInfluence and co-develop joint solution offerings that expand Oktas value in market, supporting scalable, repeatable outcomes across key verticals and transformation programsChampion partner-led innovation by bringing strategic partner feedback into product, solution engineering, and partner enablement teams to evolve integrations, tools, and go-to-market modelsInnovation and StrategyIdentify and incubate repeatable solution patterns that can scale across segments and regionsServe as a key technical voice in defining how Oktas platform evolves to support complex enterprise environmentsParticipate in product ideation, beta programs, and strategic roadmap conversations with Product and EngineeringWhy Join Okta? At Okta, we believe in empowering people and teams to thrive. Youll be part of a dynamic, inclusive culture thatWhat youll bring to the role15+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management roles, including Solutions Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, Cybersecurity, or related fields.Deep expertise in identity, security, cloud computing, and digital transformation.Ability to influence both technical and executive stakeholders across sales cycles and long-term transformation programsExcellent communication and presentation skills, with experience contributing to technical events.Strong understanding of market trends, competitive landscape, and enterprise customer needs.Ability to effectively operate in a matrixed organization and manage cross-functional initiatives.Passion for innovation, customer success, and advancing the field of identity.Preferred Qualifications:Former Enterprise Architect, Identity Strategist, or Principal Security Architect or similar field engineering leadership roleBackground in implementing or scaling IAM, identity governance, or security platformsExperience with CIAM, DevSecOps, or AI-related access risk modelsFamiliarity with identity challenges in regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, or governmentExperience working with or within Global 2000 Enterprises.Public speaking or published work related to security architecture or identity strategyProficiency in one or more APJ regional languages (e.g. Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Bahasa, or Hindi) is a strong advantage, particularly for engaging with local stakeholders in-countryUnderstanding of APJ-specific regulatory and compliance frameworks (such as Japan FISC, ISMAP, MAS TRM, IRAP, PDPA, Koreas ISMS or RBI guidelines)What you can look forward to as a Full-Time Okta employee!Amazing BenefitsMaking Social ImpactDeveloping Talent and Fostering Connection + Community at OktaOkta 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! .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 .U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment InformationRead moreThe foundation for secure connections between people and technologyOkta is the leading independent provider of identity for the enterprise. The Okta Identity Cloud enables organizations to securely connect the right people to the right technologies at the right time. With over 7,000 pre-built integrations to applications and infrastructure providers, Okta customers can easily and securely use the best technologies for their business. More than 19,300 organizations, including JetBlue, Nordstrom, Slack, T-Mobile, Takeda, Teach for America, and Twilio, trust Okta to help protect the identities of their workforces and customers.Follow OktaFirst NameLast NameEmailPhoneResumeUpload PDFPasteUpload Resume/CV (PDF must be less than 8 MB )Upload PDFPasteUpload Cover Letter (PDF must be less than 8 MB )LinkedIn ProfileWebsiteAre you legally authorized to work in the country you reside?Will you now or in the future require Visa Sponsorship?To the best of your knowledge, do you have any family members / relatives or personal relationships at Okta or at any suppliers, partners, or vendors that have a business relationship with Okta?(For purposes of this question, a family member / relative or personal relationship is defined as close personal friends (including sexual and/or romantic relationships), close relatives (spouse, partner, children, cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, grandparents or grandchildren), someone who lives in your household, or anyone else with whom you have a close enough personal relationship or connection that it could improperly bias your conduct or decision making or be perceived to be capable of impacting your conduct or decision making.If yes, please identify name of person / vendor and describe relationship / association:Do you have any outside business activity(ies) (advisory, consulting, or board roles, or side businesses) that you would continue engaging in or plan to engage in if you joined Okta in this role?If yes, please describe:Have you worked for Okta in the past?I acknowledge and agree to the processing of my personal data in accordance with Okta''s Privacy Policy.I would like to be considered for future positions at Okta. #J-18808-Ljbffr