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Full-Time

Customer Success Manager-Federal

Posted on 10/2/2024

Okta

Okta

5,001-10,000 employees

Identity and access management solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$148k - $207kAnnually

+ Equity + Benefits

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Customer Success & Support
Customer Success Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in a customer success (or similar) role, managing relationships with large, complex federal agencies, preferably working with a technical enterprise product.
  • Strong understanding of government regulatory and compliance requirements.
  • Possess exceptional presentation and communication skills, particularly when engaging with executives and leaders.
  • Strong listening skills with the demonstrated ability to ask effective questions, dive deep, understand the customer’s business priorities and anticipate the customer’s needs.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with various teams with varying backgrounds and skills.
  • Good technical and problem solving skills coupled with the ability to provide quick resolution to problems.
  • US Citizenship required, Government (active) clearance is a bonus, but not required.
  • This position requires the ability to access federal environments and/or have access to protected federal data. As a condition of employment for this position, the successful candidate must be able to submit documentation establishing U.S. Person status (e.g. a U.S. Citizen, National, Lawful Permanent Resident, Refugee, or Asylee. 22 CFR 120.15) upon hire.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and nurture strong customer relationships to understand their business goals and needs, ensuring retention, and happiness.
  • Cement yourself as a trusted/strategic advisor with customers and drive continued value of our products and services.
  • Create and implement customer success plans that outline goals, potential challenges, KPIs, and timelines.
  • Act as the liaison for technical inquiries, issues or escalations. This will include working with Support, Engineering, Product Management and others as needed.
  • Act as the voice of the customer and collect feedback to drive continuous improvement across all areas including product.
  • Provide insight with respect to the availability and applicability of new products and features.
  • Identify renewal risk and collaborate with internal teams to remediate and ensure a successful renewal.

Okta provides identity and access management solutions that help businesses and organizations securely manage user access to resources. Their cloud-based platform includes tools for single sign-on (SSO), multi-factor authentication (MFA), lifecycle management, and API access management. These products work by ensuring that only authorized individuals can access specific resources, enhancing security and streamlining IT operations. What sets Okta apart from competitors is its focus on a subscription-based model, which offers predictable revenue and allows clients to access a comprehensive suite of services. The goal of Okta is to provide secure and seamless access for users, particularly in a landscape where remote work and digital transformation are increasingly important.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.2B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

11%

2 year growth

20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Okta's subscription-based model ensures a steady and predictable revenue stream, providing financial stability and enabling continuous investment in R&D.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as with Worldcoin, and high-profile board appointments like Anthony Bates, enhance Okta's market influence and leadership.
  • The growing demand for robust security measures in the era of remote work and digital transformation positions Okta for sustained growth in the cybersecurity market.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive IAM market requires Okta to continuously innovate to maintain its leadership position and avoid losing market share to rivals.
  • Integration challenges with acquired companies like Arengu could pose risks to seamless product development and operational efficiency.

What makes Okta unique

  • Okta's comprehensive suite of IAM solutions, including SSO, MFA, and lifecycle management, sets it apart from competitors who may offer only fragmented services.
  • Recognition as a Leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Access Management underscores Okta's superior market position over rivals like Microsoft and IBM.
  • The acquisition of Arengu and the launch of Forms for Actions highlight Okta's commitment to innovation and enhancing customer experiences through tailored identity flows.
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