Okta Administration: User Lifecycle Management from Pluralsight

You’re tasked with configuring users, groups, and SSO app integrations for your organization. This course teaches you user lifecycle management fundamentals and sets the stage for deeper exploration of the Okta service.

Before you can master the Okta service at depth, you need to understand the fundamentals. In this course, Okta Administration: User Lifecycle Management, you’ll learn the basics of user profile management and self service. First, you’ll explore the Okta Integration Network and Okta Universal Directory. Next, you’ll discover how to integrate Okta user, group, and app profiles. Finally, you’ll learn how to configure Okta end user self service from end-to-end. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of user lifecycle management needed to cover this section of the Okta Certified Professional exam and prepare for further learning.

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Course Overview

Okta Integration Network

Okta Universal Directory

Okta Group Provisioning

Okta End User Self Service

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Know what's good

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, and possible dealbreakers

Explores Okta Integration Network and Okta Universal Directory, which are important frameworks in user lifecycle management

Taught by Tim Warner, who is recognized for their work in security

Develops foundational skills in user lifecycle management, which are important for core aspects of IT

Takes a hands-on approach with end-to-end configuration, which will likely improve retention of skills

Covers core topics and fundamental skills for the Okta Certified Professional exam

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Okta Administration: User Lifecycle Management with these activities:

Review Cloud Identity Fundamentals

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Refresh your understanding of cloud identity fundamentals to better prepare for this course.

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Review the key concepts of cloud identity.
Understand the role of Okta Universal Directory.

Join a Study Group or Discussion Forum

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Engage with other students to discuss the course material and clarify concepts.

Browse courses on User Lifecycle Management

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Find a study group or discussion forum related to the course.
Participate in discussions and share your insights.

Design a User Lifecycle Management Plan

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Apply your knowledge by creating a user lifecycle management plan for a hypothetical organization.

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Define the user lifecycle stages.
Determine the policies and procedures for each stage.
Create a document or presentation outlining the plan.

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Write a Blog Post or Article on User Lifecycle Management

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Share your knowledge and understanding by creating written content on user lifecycle management.

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Choose a specific aspect of user lifecycle management to focus on.
Research the topic thoroughly.
Write a blog post or article that provides valuable insights and best practices.

Participate in an Online Contest or Hackathon

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Challenge yourself and apply your skills in a competitive environment.

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Find an online contest or hackathon related to user lifecycle management.
Form a team or participate individually.
Develop a solution that addresses the challenge.

Career center

Learners who complete Okta Administration: User Lifecycle Management will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Engineer

A Cloud Engineer is responsible for virtual machine configuration and maintenance for cloud environments. They also build and maintain these environments. Taking this course will help you get started with your career as a Cloud Engineer by explaining the basics of cloud engineering. The Okta Integration Network is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a great foundation for using this protocol.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for data modeling, integration, configuration, and maintenance for database systems. Taking this course will help you get started with your career as a Database Administrator by explaining the basics of database administration. The Okta Universal Directory is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a great foundation for using this protocol.

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DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer is responsible for building and maintaining software pipelines for development teams. Taking this course will help you get started with your career as a DevOps Engineer by explaining the basics of application management. The Okta Group Provisioning system is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a great foundation for using this protocol.

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IT Security Analyst

An IT Security Analyst is responsible for analyzing and mitigating cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as an IT Security Analyst by explaining the basics of cybersecurity. The Okta End User Self Service system is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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Network Administrator

A Network Administrator is responsible for building and maintaining computer networks. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as a Network Administrator by explaining the basics of network management. The Okta Integration Network is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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Product Manager

A Product Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and launching new products and features. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as a Product Manager by explaining the basics of user lifecycle management. The Okta Universal Directory is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and completing projects. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as a Project Manager by explaining the basics of user lifecycle management. The Okta Group Provisioning system is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

A Quality Assurance Analyst is responsible for testing and evaluating software and applications. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as a Quality Assurance Analyst by explaining the basics of user lifecycle management. The Okta End User Self Service system is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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Release Manager

A Release Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and completing software releases. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as a Release Manager by explaining the basics of user lifecycle management. The Okta Integration Network is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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Security Engineer

A Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity solutions. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as a Security Engineer by explaining the basics of user lifecycle management. The Okta Universal Directory is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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Software Developer

A Software Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing software applications. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as a Software Developer by explaining the basics of user lifecycle management. The Okta Group Provisioning system is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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System Administrator

A System Administrator is responsible for maintaining computer systems and networks. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as a System Administrator by explaining the basics of user lifecycle management. The Okta End User Self Service system is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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Technical Writer

A Technical Writer is responsible for writing and editing technical documentation. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as a Technical Writer by explaining the basics of user lifecycle management. The Okta Integration Network is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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User Experience Designer

A User Experience Designer is responsible for designing and evaluating user interfaces. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as a User Experience Designer by explaining the basics of user lifecycle management. The Okta Universal Directory is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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Web Developer

A Web Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing websites. Taking this course will may help you get started with your career as a Web Developer by explaining the basics of user lifecycle management. The Okta Group Provisioning system is a key protocol in this career path, and this course provides a foundation for using this protocol.

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Reading list

We've selected six books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Okta Administration: User Lifecycle Management.

Securing Cloud Native Apps

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Provides a comprehensive overview of identity and access management in the cloud. It valuable resource for readers who want to learn how to manage user identities and access to applications in the cloud.

Securing Cloud Native Apps

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Developing Blockchain Solutions in the Cloud

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Provides a comprehensive overview of cloud identity management concepts, technologies, and implementations. It useful resource for readers who want to learn how to manage user identities and access to applications in the cloud.

Developing Blockchain Solutions in the Cloud:...

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OAuth 2 in Action

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Provides a comprehensive overview of OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect. It useful resource for readers who want to learn how to use OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect to secure applications.

Accelerate DevOps with GitHub

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Provides a comprehensive overview of cloud identity management and Okta's offerings. Suitable for IT professionals responsible for cloud security and identity governance.

Accelerate DevOps with GitHub: Enhance software...

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Applied SOA

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Provides a technical deep dive into SAML 2.0, a widely used protocol for single sign-on and identity federation. While not specific to Okta, it offers valuable insights into a key aspect of Okta's platform.

Applied SOA: Service-Oriented Architecture and...

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CURRENT Practice Guidelines in Primary Care 2024

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Provides a high-level overview of best practices for identity management, including user provisioning, access control, and threat detection. While not specific to Okta, it offers valuable background information.

CURRENT Practice Guidelines in Primary Care 2024

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CURRENT Practice Guidelines in Primary Care 2024

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