James Ponkumar John

Overall experience of 18 years, with an 8+ years as Technical Architect in PAM/IAM. Seeking a highly challenging and satisfying career, with great potential for growth in the field of Cyber Security Programs, Projects, Security Delivery, Active Directory and Wintel Infrastructure. Resourceful Security Engineer consistently responds to a wide range of technical/security challenges with a focused and creative approach. Highly effective at problem solving and decision making. Flexible with a positive work attitude focused on producing results under tight deadlines/Critical issues.

• Understand customer needs and conduct detailed assessment of the PAM/IAM setup in customer organization.
• Design a robust bespoke Privileged access security solution architecture and PAM controls using One Identity Safeguard
• Technical expertise in AD, Azure AD, DNS, DHCP, IAM/PAM Tools, Auditing Tools, PowerShell
• Successfully managed and executed PAM projects enhancing protection for critical systems and reducing the risk of unauthorized access.
• Certified CyberArk Trustee, OneIdentity ActiveRoles, OneIdentity Safeguard.
• I have extensive knowledge and experience in designing and implementing robotic solutions using One identity Safeguard (PAM tools).
• Developed and executed IAM and PAM policies, aligning them with client specific security requirements and regulatory frameworks.
• Executed 3 engagements of onboarding privileged access accounts using One Identity privileged password and Session manager using RBAC controls.
• Excellent understanding and implementation of RBAC controls using IAM and PAM tools.
• Have extensive knowledge and experience in the Identity and Access management framework.
• Excellent experience in Identity and Access Management tools such as Identity Manager, 
• Excellent experience in defining JML process.
• Conducted regular audit of identity and access management systems, proactively identity and address Orphans accounts to enhance security posture.
• Have experience in IT auditing, worked closely with Compliance team in providing required evidence of access provisioning and assisted compliance group to get all application users extract to perform quarterly review.
• Followed Agile methodology.
• Excellent experience in sprint planning, assigning stories and creating backlogs.
• Cultivated trusted relationships with clients, upholding the firm's code of ethics and business conduct.
• Actively resolved issues hindering effective team collaboration, fostering a cohesive environment amidst change and uncertainty.
• Managed various viewpoints to achieve consensus and positive outcomes for all stakeholders.
• Contributed to team retention and development efforts, supporting senior members in client proposals and solution development.
• Provided coaching and support to team members, empowering them to take ownership of their development.
• Managing customer expectations has been a key objective in all engagements, striving to achieve a high level of professional integrity, competitiveness and teamwork.
• Experience in End user computing infra build.
• Designed and implemented OneIdentity Active Roles, Safeguard Authentication services (Integration of Unix servers to AD), OneIdentity Identity Manager
• Quick learner and strong mentoring skills with proven problem solving and analytical skills.
• Managed various viewpoints to achieve consensus and positive outcomes for all stakeholders.

Master of Science(Information Technology)