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Corporate Counsel, U.S. Federal, Defense and National Security Compliance
Okta INC · 🇺🇸 Washington, DC
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 93 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 52 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Okta INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Principal Data Security Engineer” (Information Security Analysts) in CA: $194k–$194k, median $194k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Okta INC
The US Department of Labor certified 93 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 52 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
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. Ready to scale your career at the intersection of law and innovation? Join Okta’s Public Sector and Regulated Offerings Legal Team . As Corporate Counsel, you won’t just be reviewing regulatory requirements—you’ll be a foundational builder of a scalable, global Public Sector practice. In this role, you will provide frontline legal counseling for Okta’s most critical regulated environments, working both independently and alongside senior leadership to navigate the complexities of the U.S. government’s regulatory frameworks. You will partner with business and technology teams to guide the development and implementation of Okta’s Public Sector solutions. Our Public Sector legal team drives the legal strategy for introducing new products and features into regulated environments (e.g., FedRAMP, GovRAMP, DoD CC SRG). In this role, you must use sharp critical thinking to provide pragmatic legal solutions that balance aggressive business objectives with necessary risk mitigation. Finally, you serve as a bridge between legal, engineering, compliance, security, and sales teams to ensure our products meet the rigorous standards of our public sector customers. What You Bring to the Table • 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 and. The Role: Responsibilities As Corporate Counsel, you will be part of the legal team that advises and guides Okta through complex regulatory frameworks and high-velocity product development. • 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. Qualifications • Experience: 5+ years of legal practice, with at least 2+ years of direct experience counseling on U.S. Federal Government compliance, including FAR, DFARS, and FedRAMP authorizations. ○ Military Judge Advocate and U.S. Federal Civilian service attorney advisor experience is a plus. • Experience: Having classified product delivery or FedRAMP High and DoD IL5/6 authorizations experience. • Tech Fluency: Proven track record supporting IT products, and SaaS business models. • Regulatory Depth: Working knowledge of U.S. Federal, state, and local regulations impacting tech. • Education: J.D. from a highly-regarded institution and