Salesforce Developer (SSO / Identity & Access)

• As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen AND an active VA Public Trust CLEARANCE or the ability to obtain this clearance
• HESFP LLC, a Cherokee Federal owned company is seeking an experienced Salesforce Developer to support a VA modernization project. The Salesforce Developer (SSO / Identity & Access) will support a VA modernization effort focused on implementing an Okta-based Single Sign-On (SSO) solution across multiple Salesforce environments. This role combines hands-on development with authentication troubleshooting, user access management, and environment readiness. The ideal candidate will bring strong Salesforce development experience along with the ability to diagnose and resolve SSO-related issues in a complex, multi-environment enterprise setting. Compensation & Benefits Estimated Starting Salary Range for Salesforce Developer (SSO / Identity & Access) $100-130K Pay commensurate with experience. Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice. Salesforce Administrator (SSO / Identity & Access)

Responsibilities

Include

• Support Salesforce SSO migration and authentication readiness across multiple environments (Development, Test, UAT, Production)
• Configure, validate, and troubleshoot SAML-based SSO integrations using Okta or similar identity providers
• Analyze and resolve login issues using browser developer tools and Salesforce debug logs
• Enable and interpret Salesforce debug logs for authentication and user session troubleshooting
• Perform user impersonation (login-as) to validate access and reproduce issues
• Manage profiles, permission sets, and user access configurations
• Configure and maintain Network Access settings, including IP ranges and login restrictions
• Support environment setup and validation for enterprise access management changes
• Collaborate with VA enterprise teams and internal stakeholders to ensure successful SSO implementation
• Prepare and support end users to ensure successful login and access during rollout
• Develop code in accordance with established development standards, including unit testing, security testing, and automation testing
• Provide expert-level guidance on the implementation, configuration, integration, and optimization of Salesforce solutions
• Lead the design and architecture of Salesforce solutions and custom applications
• Advise stakeholders on Salesforce best practices, platform capabilities, limitations, and potential third-party tools
• Perform system evaluations and gap analyses to recommend optimal configurations and data models
• Support Agile development teams with detailed knowledge of the Salesforce development lifecycle, including DevOps and sandbox strategy
• Ensure compliance with security, data governance, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with clients, product owners, and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic business outcomes
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned Salesforce Developer (SSO / Identity & Access) Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested
• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience
• Strong hands-on experience with Salesforce development, preferably in Service Cloud
• Experience troubleshooting SSO authentication issues, specifically using SAML
• Experience working with Okta or another Identity Provider (IdP)
• Proficiency with Salesforce debug logs, user access management, and login troubleshooting
• Experience using browser developer tools to analyze authentication errors
• Experience configuring Network Access settings in Salesforce
• Ability to support and manage multiple Salesforce environments simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must have an active VA Public Trust Clearance or the ability to obtain
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal Company Information HESFP LLC (HESFP) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about HESFP, visit cherokee-federal.com. #CherokeeFederal #LI-REMOTE #LI-RG1 Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Similar searchable job titles
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