Charles Ebong
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Cyber Security Engineer with focus on IAM Engineering specialized in Okta Identity Cloud, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure and AWS with previous experience in a healthcare organization. I have led identity governance initiatives for 25,000+ users, enabling secure Single Sign-On (SSO), automated user lifecycle management, and enterprise-wide application integration (Salesforce, Epic EHR, LinkedIn Learning). I'm passionate about building secure, scalable, and user-friendly identity architectures that safeguard sensitive healthcare information (HIPAA-compliant) while streamlining user access across hybrid cloud ecosystems. Certified in Security+, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, and SAFe 5 Scrum Master, and actively pursuing Okta Professional Certification to deepen my cloud security expertise.
Experienced with applying engineering principles to real-world problems, leading to impactful solutions. Utilizes analytical skills and technical knowledge to enhance operational efficiency. Track record of effective team collaboration and project completion.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IAM Engineer
Wellstar Health
09.2019 - Current
- Implemented and maintained user lifecycle processes for 25,000+ users using Okta and Microsoft Entra ID.
- Integrated Salesforce, Epic EHR, LinkedIn Learning, and other SaaS applications using secure SSO deployments.
- Designed dynamic groups and access policies for healthcare staff across departments.
- Synchronized identities across on-premises Active Directory and cloud using Azure AD Connect.
- Developed self-service workflows for access requests and automated approvals.
- Automated deactivation and onboarding workflows ensuring real-time access control.
- Performed secure audits using SAML Tracer and ensured HIPAA compliance.
- Customized Okta tenant branding to align with corporate identity.
- Integrated Salesforce using OAuth2 API for automated user provisioning.
- Generated quarterly compliance reports detailing user access and provisioning activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer/Informaon Technology Administraon and Management
Minnesota State University
08.2017
Doctor of Law -
University of Buea
12.2013
Skills
- Okta Identity Cloud Administration
- Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Management
- SAML 20
- OAuth2
- OpenID Connect Integrations
- Secure Web Authentication (SWA) Configurations
- User Lifecycle Management & Automated Provisioning
- Application Integration & Single Sign-On (SSO)
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
- Dynamic Group Management
- Application Access Auditing and Reporting
- SAML Tracer Troubleshooting & Debugging
- Custom Branding and Tenant Personalization
- Okta Integration with Microsoft 365
- Epic Systems
- Salesforce
- Hybrid Identity Models
- Security Compliance
Certification
- CompTIA Security+ Certified
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate
- SAFe 5 Certified Scrum Master (Agile Methodology)
- Okta Certified Professional (In Progress)
Languages
French
Timeline
IAM Engineer
Wellstar Health
09.2019 - Current
Doctor of Law -
University of Buea
Bachelor of Science - Computer/Informaon Technology Administraon and Management
Minnesota State University
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