Okta Certified Technical Architect: Renewal Process

Exam Overview

The Okta Certified Technical Architect exam is a board defense exam in which exam takers create and present a solution to a panel of experts. Exam takers are graded on whether their solutions addresses the requirements set forth and on their justification of their solution. The exam is delivered virtually using Zoom.

The exam has three parts:

  • Part I: Case study review; current, intermediate, and future state diagram creation; and solution design
  • Part II: Presentation of diagrams and overview of solution
  • Part III: Questions from panel of experts

Timing

Timing for the various parts of the exam are as follows:

  • Part I: 240 minutes
  • Part II: 20 minutes
  • Part III: 70 minutes

Topics Covered:

  • Gathering information about a company's current environment and future needs
  • Synthesizing information about a company's current environment and future needs
  • Designing an identity and access management solution to meet a company's needs
  • Presenting and explaining an identity and access management solution

Exam Fees

The cost to retake the Okta Certified Technical Architect exam is $2500.

Recertification

Individuals who hold the Okta Certified Technical Architect certification must renew their certifications every 36 months. Renewal of the Okta Certified Technical Architect certification automatically renews all other prerequisite Okta certifications. 

Successfully completing the retake requirements renews the following certifications:

  • Okta Certified Technical Architect Certification
  • Okta Certified Consultant
  • Okta Certified Developer
  • Okta Certified Administrator
  • Okta Certified Professional

Okta Certified Technical Architect (OCTA) - Renewal Process and Criteria

To renew the Okta Certified Technical Architect, candidate can retake the Okta Certified Technical Architect exam at $2500.

OR

Candidates should complete a 40 approved contribution hours for Okta certification development and community engagement over the past three years of the certification validity. This process to renew your certification will involve giving back to the OCTA program. Over the course of your three-year certification cycle and in order to renew your certification for an additional three years, you will be required to contribute a minimum of 40 hours for the following:

Contribution towards Certification Exams

  • Exam Analysis
  • Exam Blueprint and Design
  • Exam Development and Item writing
  • Exam Item review
  • Exam delivery activities for the program

Contribution Towards Okta Support Center Community:

  • Community Blog Posts Written
  • Discussion Group Posts
  • Discussion Group Comments
  • Questions Asked
  • Answers Provided

These contributions help to ensure we are maintaining the rigor of the exam and certification process and that we are focusing on the latest technology and use cases. It is also a way to validate that you are up to speed with the most recent Okta technology and customer use cases as well as a way for you to network with and learn from other Okta experts. 

For more information write to: certification@okta.com