How to Configure Jira OAuth/OIDC SSO Integration with Okta | Step-by-Step Guide

Manually managing user authentication in Jira can lead to security gaps and administrative overhead. By integrating Okta with Jira using the miniOrange OAuth/OIDC SSO plugin, you can provide your team with a seamless, secure, and centralized login experience.

In this video, we walk you through the entire end-to-end configuration: from setting up a Web Application in the Okta Admin Console to finalizing the OAuth settings within Jira. You’ll see exactly how to map Client IDs, secrets, and endpoints to get your SSO up and running in minutes.

What you will learn in this video
How to create and configure a new Web Application in the Okta Admin Console.

Assigning users and groups to the Okta application for Jira access.

Configuring the miniOrange OAuth/OIDC SSO plugin within the Jira dashboard.

Mapping the Client ID, Client Secret, and Okta Endpoints.

Performing a successful Test Configuration to verify the connection.

Enabling the SSO login button on the Jira login page.

Timestamps

00:13 • Configuring Okta as OAuth Provider

00:27 • Okta Admin Configurations

01:56 • Setting up miniOrange OAuth SSO app

03:04 • Testing the SSO Configuration

Why Use Okta OAuth Integration for Jira?
Enhanced Security: Leverage Okta’s multi-factor authentication (MFA) and security policies.

Seamless User Experience: Users can log in to Jira with a single click using their existing Okta credentials.

Centralized Management: Easily grant or revoke Jira access directly from the Okta dashboard.

Reduced Password Fatigue: No need for users to remember separate passwords for Jira.

With miniOrange, you can bridge the gap between your identity source and Atlassian tools, ensuring secure and automated access management.

Useful Links

Marketplace:

mO Single Sign On via OAuth/OIDC for Jira:https://marketplace.atlassian.com/apps/1217688/single-sign-on-sso-via-oauth-openid-for-jira-dc-and-cloud

mO Single Sign On via OAuth/OIDC for Confluence:https://marketplace.atlassian.com/apps/1218360/single-sign-on-sso-via-oauth-and-openid-for-confluence

Official Website:https://www.miniorange.com/atlassian/atlassian-oauth-single-sign-on-sso

Documentation:https://www.miniorange.com/atlassian/oauth-sso-documentation

If you need help with your Okta integration or have specific use cases like group mapping, the miniOrange team is ready to assist!