Extend Okta Risk Engine Signals to the Network
SecureW2 transforms Okta identity data into dynamic certificate policies that adapt to user context and risk in real time. Auto-remediate when suspicious behavior or account compromise occurs.
SecureW2's direct integration with Okta enables real-time network policy enforcement based on Okta Risk Engine signals. When user status, group membership, or risk score changes in Okta, SecureW2 immediately adjusts network access privileges—blocking compromised accounts, or applying segmentation based on group membership and/or device posture by combining user signals with device trust from Jamf, CrowdStrike, and more.
Technical Specifications
Setup Time
30 minutes
Cert-based Wi-Fi setup
Universal Compatibility
Support Okta
Plus most other IAM, MDM, & EDR platforms
Protocols
ACME OAuth
SAML 2.0, Webhooks
Sync Method
Dynamic APIs
Triggered via Webhook
Certificate Infrastructure
Managed PKI
HSM-Backed
Wi-Fi Capability
EAP-TLS
WPA3, Guest SMS Portal
How SecureW2 + Okta Enhances Your Security
Okta-Driven Network Access
Network policies that automatically adapt to Okta user status, group changes, and risk signals in real-time.
Real-time
Continuous Device Trust
Combine Okta user trust with hardware-bound certificates to verify device posture, compliance, and legitimacy.
24/7 Monitoring
Go Passwordless
Replace frustrating MFA prompts and eliminate the risk of credential theft for Wi-Fi, VPN, Okta SSO, Desktop Login, and more.
Zero Passwords
Top SecureW2 + Okta Use Cases
SAML Certificate Enrollment for Okta Users
Enable self-service, certificate-based access for unmanaged devices using Okta SAML SSO
- 1 User downloads Self-Service Onboarding Client from JoinNow Landing Page
- 2 Client redirects the user to Okta SSO to enter credentials
- 3 Credentials are verified, SAML token with user attributes sent to JoinNow Client
- 4 Certificate is issued and installed with network settings; device is ready for Wi-Fi
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Passwordless, certificate-based Wi-Fi for unmanaged/BYOD devices
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Role-based access using Okta groups and attributes
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Faster, self-service onboarding with minimal IT effort
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Reduced risk of credential theft and spoofed networks
Automate Network Access & Segmentation via Okta Signals
Implement dynamic access controls based on Okta user attributes with SecureW2's Cloud RADIUS
- 1 Devices present certificates to the Cloud RADIUS server, initiating authentication
- 2 SecureW2 uses real-time lookups to verify users' status through Okta
- 3 Access decisions are driven by user roles and groups within Okta
- 4 Policies ensure users are placed in the correct VLAN or access group based on current directory information
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Ensures only authorized and active users have network access
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Reduce risk by assigning VLAN segmentation based on real-time user status
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Reduce the need for manual oversight and automate network access
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Combine Okta user status with device trust from Jamf, CrowdStrike, and more
Enforce App Access Control with Certificate-Validated Devices
Enable granular application access policies in Okta using device certificates issued by SecureW2’s advanced PKI.
- 1 Admin creates an Intermediate CA in the JoinNow Portal and exports the PEM-formatted certificate
- 2 The CA is uploaded to Okta and mapped under Device Integrations for Desktop (macOS/Windows)
- 3 Authentication policies are defined in Okta to enforce conditions like “Managed + Registered” device
- 4 App access is restricted to only devices with valid SecureW2-issued certificates and user group match
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Certificates provide strong identity signal to Okta for trusted device posture
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Role- and group-based access enforcement for apps (e.g., Workday, Salesforce, GitHub)
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No need for legacy device management tools or additional endpoint agents
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Simplifies certificate lifecycle management without reducing authentication granularity
RADIUS User Validation with MDM-Enrolled Certificates
Use MDM-issued certificates to prove device trust, but validate the user email encoded during network authentication.
- 1 Device receives SCEP/ACME profile via Jamf and issued a certificate via SecureW2 PKI
- 2 Device attempts to connect to Wi-Fi; certificate is presented during authentication
- 3 SecureW2 Cloud RADIUS validates the certificate and queries Okta to match the user identity
- 4 Additional Okta attributes are validated (such as group), and the appropriate Network Policy is applied
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Role- and group-based RADIUS access without usernames or passwords
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Strong identity assurance through MDM-issued, hardware-bound certificates
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Seamless Wi-Fi onboarding for managed Apple devices
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Policy enforcement through live directory lookup without deploying on-premise NAC
Protocols Supported
Comprehensive protocol support for seamless SecureW2 and Okta integration
| Protocol | Supported | Notes |
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| SAML 2.0 | Used with JoinNow MultiOS to authenticate users against a cloud IDP, initiating the certificate enrollment process. | |
| LDAP | Used with JoinNow MultiOS to validate users in an LDAP database before enrolling them for a certificate. | |
| 802.1X | Set up 802.1x in under an hour with our cloud, managed PKI, 802.1x onboarding, and RADIUS authentication services. | |
| EAP-TLS | We don't just set you up for 802.1x. Achieve the gold standard, Passwordless, certificate-based, 802.1x Wi-Fi. | |
| ACME | Dynamic PKI services that enable the use of ACME DA for user devices and for server certificate automation. | |
| Dynamic SCEP | Prevent API compromise and certificate spoofing with certificate auto-enrollment via Dynamic SCEP. | |
| OAuth 2.0 | Query IAM, MDM, and EDR infrastructure to continuously monitor trust for PKI and network access automation. | |
| OpenID Connect | Confirm user/device identity before authorizing certificate enrollment or renewal. |
Frequently Asked Questions
A basic SecureW2–Okta integration can be completed within an hour using our guided setup wizard. This process involves configuring Okta as the Identity Provider and connecting it with SecureW2’s cloud-based PKI and RADIUS services to issue certificates. More advanced setups — such as integrating with MDM solutions (Intune, Jamf, Workspace ONE) or applying complex policy controls — may take longer depending on your organization’s environment.
Yes, SecureW2 allows you to customize Okta attribute mapping with full control. You can include standard Okta attributes (department, title, groups) as well as custom attributes defined in your Okta Universal Directory through the SecureW2 platform.
SecureW2 leverages Okta as the source of identity. When a user or device requests access, SecureW2 verifies their identity against Okta and issues an x.509 certificate if they meet policy requirements. This certificate is then used for secure, passwordless authentication to Wi-Fi, VPNs, and Okta applications.
SecureW2 ensures only trusted devices receive certificates by integrating real-time identity checks from Okta with device compliance data from MDMs like Intune, Jamf, or Workspace ONE in addition to your security platforms. When a certificate request is made, SecureW2’s Dynamic PKI validates the user and the device against established policies, such as group membership or risk score, before issuing a certificate.
When a user’s status changes in Okta — such as being suspended, deactivated, or removed — SecureW2 evaluates that event and responds according to policy. Certificates tied to the user can be revoked or rendered invalid, preventing the device from authenticating. In practice, this means administrators don’t need to manually track down devices or revoke access; the certificate lifecycle is automatically governed by Okta account status.
Yes. SecureW2 enables certificate-based authentication across both corporate-managed and BYOD endpoints, ensuring a uniform Zero Trust security posture. Managed endpoints receive certificates via MDM integration, while BYOD users can be onboarded securely through a self-service process that verifies identity against Okta before issuing a certificate.
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