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Full-Time

Customer Support Strategy & Operations

Manager

Updated on 9/27/2024

Okta

Okta

5,001-10,000 employees

Identity and access management solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$114k - $172kAnnually

+ Equity + Bonus

Senior, Expert

Washington, DC, USA + 2 more

More locations: Chicago, IL, USA | New York, NY, USA

Hybrid position.

US Citizenship Required

Category
Customer Support
Customer Success & Support
Required Skills
Communications
Salesforce
Asana
Zapier
Requirements
  • Proven track record (5+ years) in customer support operations or a similar role, with a focus on strategy development, process optimization, and team leadership.
  • 3+ years of experience with Salesforce Service Cloud.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization.
  • Experience with Jira, Asana, Confluence, Zapier, PagerDuty, Tableau, or similar tools.
  • An understanding of relational databases (MySQL, SQLite, PostgreSQL, SOQL).
  • Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Javascript, etc.) is a plus.
  • Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
  • Strategic mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences.
  • Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Information Technology or equivalent experience.
  • 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
  • Owning key projects and initiatives for Support from inception to go live (including requirements gathering, documentation, and user acceptance testing).
  • Drive requirements and implementation of operational and policy strategies, policies, workflow processes and standards.
  • Establish and nurture collaborative relationships with stakeholders across IT, Support, and various departments to foster a culture of teamwork and enhance productivity.
  • Maintain and extend the use of Salesforce and other support systems through ongoing collaboration with the business and technology teams on business requirements.
  • Help to communicate systems changes to Support and be a central point of contact for questions.
  • Act as the subject-matter expert and provide answers, guidance, and help to the Support teams.
  • Manage production support systems issues, troubleshooting, and ensure business continuity.

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.