Get to know Okta
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.
At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences.
Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you.
Okta’s Public Sector Team is Growing
Digital identity is driving transformation at all levels of government, and at Okta, our technology and team are at the heart of many of these success stories.
On the Workforce Identity side, Okta enables seamless, secure access to the tools government employees rely on daily to carry out critical work. On the Customer Identity side, we empower developers to create engaging, secure user experiences—whether for citizen-facing applications, mobile driver’s licenses, or state digital identity programs.
With flagship customers across NSW State and Federal Government, Okta has already established a strong foundation in this market. Also, our commitment to government customers is further reinforced by our local data center and IRAP certification, ensuring we meet the highest security and compliance standards. We are now looking for a dynamic sales leader to build upon this success and drive further growth across these territories.
At Okta, we provide our Account Executives with an environment where they can contribute from day one, supported by a world-class onboarding program and continuous opportunities for learning and development. Your work will make a tangible impact—shaping the future of digital identity and driving positive social outcomes.
As Our Leader in Public Sector for NSW and Federal, You Will:
- Define and execute a long-term vision, strategy, and targets to drive growth in your territory.
- Lead and align a high-performing virtual team that includes Partners, Solution Engineers, Customer Success, Technical Account Managers, Renewals, Professional Services, Business Development, and more.
- Drive pipeline generation and revenue growth, consistently meeting and exceeding targets.
- Expand and deepen relationships with NSW and Federal Government customers, fostering long-term partnerships.
- Establish yourself as a thought leader in Okta’s platform and the broader Identity space.
- Champion Okta’s value proposition to prospective clients through compelling presentations, demonstrations, and strategic engagement.
- Embody and promote Okta’s core values: Love Our Customers, Always Secure, Always On, Build and Own It, and Drive What’s Next.
You Could Be a Great Fit for This Role If You Have:
- 10+ years of field sales experience, consistently demonstrating high performance and a growth mindset.
- Proven success in selling enterprise cloud software to public sector organisations.
- Experience collaborating with technical partners and reseller channels to drive customer alignment and territory growth.
- A strong track record in new business development, consistently exceeding financial targets.
- A curious mindset, adaptability, and a passion for learning and growth.
- Executive presence, strong communication skills, and the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
- Experience with solution selling and/or consultative sales techniques; familiarity with MEDDPICC is a plus.
- Based in Sydney.
- A bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
What you can look forward to as a Full-Time Okta employee!
- Amazing Benefits
- Making Social Impact
- Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community at Okta
Okta 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! https://www.okta.com/company/careers/.
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.
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What We Do
Okta is the leading independent identity provider. The Okta Identity Cloud enables organizations to securely connect the right people to the right technologies at the right time. With more than 7,000 pre-built integrations to applications and infrastructure providers, Okta provides simple and secure access to people and organizations everywhere, giving them the confidence to reach their full potential. More than 10,000 organizations, including JetBlue, Nordstrom, Siemens, Slack, T-Mobile, Takeda, Teach for America, and Twilio, trust Okta to help protect the identities of their workforces and customers.
