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About the Role

Okta is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join its Public Sector and Regulated Offerings Legal Team. This role provides frontline legal counseling for Okta’s critical regulated environments, navigating U.S. government regulatory frameworks and partnering with business and technology teams to guide the development and implementation of Public Sector solutions. The team drives legal strategy for introducing new products and features into regulated environments like FedRAMP, GovRAMP, and DoD CC SRG.

Responsibilities

Provide end-to-end legal support for Okta’s Public Sector teams, focusing on Regulated Products and Services.
Act as the subject matter expert on emerging cloud service policies, educating internal teams on shifting regulations.
Partner with cross-functional legal counsel to ensure our products meet rigorous U.S. and international regulatory standards.
Embed with Product, Engineering, Compliance, and Security teams to navigate compliance frameworks and authorizations processes (e.g., FedRAMP) from conception to launch.

Requirements

Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, remote-friendly environment and can pivot as business goals evolve.
A deep understanding of the unique legal and regulatory hurdles associated with U.S. regulated industries, specifically: FedRAMP, DoD CC SRG, Federal Acquisition Regulation, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement.
Identify problems and design effective, scalable solutions that help the business move faster.
Thrive in a hybrid team setting, building strong relationships with internal partners to achieve strategic goals.
Hands-on experience with or a strong understanding of AI platforms and tools to optimize internal legal workflows.
5–7+ years of legal practice, with at least 2 years focused on U.S. Public Sector and Regulated Products.
Military Judge Advocate and U.S. Federal Civilian service attorney advisor experience is a plus.
Proven track record supporting IT products, and SaaS business models.
Working knowledge of U.S. Federal, state, and local regulations impacting tech.
A “roll up your sleeves” mentality; you are comfortable independently navigating issues “of first impression.”
The ability to maintain high standards and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Skills

AI platforms and tools

Location

Remote

Work Type

Remote
Hybrid

Experience Level

5-7+ years of legal practice
2+ years focused on U.S. Public Sector and Regulated Products

Education Level

J.D. from a highly-regarded institution
Active Bar admission
Undergraduate degree in a technical field is a significant plus

Salary/Compensations

$180,000—$248,000 USD

Benefits

Equity (where applicable)
Bonus
Health, dental and vision insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid leave (including PTO and parental leave)

About the Company

Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human
Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era.
This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes.
We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence.
This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk.
Supporting Your Well-Being
Driving Social Impact
Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community
We are intentional about connection. Our global community, spanning over 20 offices worldwide, is united by a drive to innovate.
Your journey begins with an immersive, in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate your impact and connect you to our mission and team from day one.

Equal Opportunity

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.
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