Con Tang
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Director of Engineering with 25 years of software engineering experience, including 8 years in cybersecurity. Expertise in securing enterprise identity platforms and implementing resilient IAM solutions. Currently managing a team of 14 engineers at Target, overseeing Directory Services and enterprise Identity Governance. Proven track record in developing secure identity architectures that meet business and regulatory standards across various industries.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Engineering
Target Corporation
Minneapolis, Minnesota
11.2021 - Current
- Lead a team of 14 engineers overseeing enterprise Directory Services, including on-premises and cloud identity platforms (Active Directory, Entra ID).
- Drive enterprise-wide Identity Governance strategies, and promote SecDevOps best practices across Identity and Access Management (IAM).
- Lead a virtual team defining repeatable design patterns for AI agents and agentic frameworks (Microsoft AutoGen, Google ADK).
- Collaborate cross-functionally to align identity architecture with enterprise risk, compliance, and business objectives.
- Implemented best practices for system reliability and performance optimization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align engineering goals with business objectives.
- Managed a team of engineers, providing guidance, training, coaching and feedback.
Senior Engineering Manager
Target Corporation
Minneapolis, Minnesota
11.2018 - 11.2021
- Directed a team of 7 Security Engineers specializing in Identity Directory and IP Services.
- Oversaw management of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, IPAM, Virtual Directory Services, and Bio-Authentication.
- Championed SecDevOps engineering practices to enhance security across enterprise infrastructure.
Lead Information Security Analyst
Target Corporation
Minneapolis, Minnesota
02.2017 - 11.2018
- Strengthened security posture for Corporate Systems, including Finance, HR, and Smart Buildings.
- Implemented security best practices across various platforms and business units.
- Enhanced defenses for IoT/IIoT environments and Enterprise Strategies.
- Developed comprehensive security protocols to mitigate risks across multiple sectors.
Senior Engineering Manager – International Transportation
Target Corporation
Minneapolis, Minnesota
03.2016 - 02.2017
- Managed three Agile teams supporting $2.5B in transportation operations.
- Led the resolution of complex engineering problems, applying advanced technical knowledge and analytical skills to ensure timely and cost-effective solutions.
Senior Engineering Manager – Transportation Portfolio
Target Corporation
Minneapolis, Minnesota
07.2014 - 03.2016
- Managed $26MM portfolio for domestic and overseas logistics operations.
- Directed 6 team members and 25 contractors in executing DevOpsSec initiatives.
IT Audit Manager
Target Corporation
Minneapolis, United States
11.2012 - 07.2014
- Directed IT audit planning and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities across Enterprise IT systems.
- Developed cybersecurity programs to strengthen organizational security posture.
- Implemented governance measures for continuous improvement in security practices.
Senior Business Analyst – IAM
Target Corporation
Minneapolis, United States
10.2011 - 11.2012
- Delivered solutions utilizing Oracle Identity Manager and Oracle Identity Analytics.
- Led entitlement provisioning and certification for employee lifecycle management.
Senior Process Analyst
Target Corporation
Minneapolis, United States
03.2010 - 10.2011
- Formulated global resource strategies to optimize Agile delivery processes.
- Developed and implemented strategies to minimize contractor footprint across Enterprise.
Business Analyst – Supply Chain
Target Corporation
Minneapolis, United States
01.2007 - 03.2010
- Managed $20 million transportation optimization and domestic retail logistics project.
- Facilitated requirement gathering to improve efficiency in Target's domestic supply chain.
Senior Software Engineer
b-50.com, LLC
Minneapolis, MN
06.2001 - 12.2006
- Executed web development and project management using ASP, VBScript, COM, IIS, .NET, and SQL Reporting Services.
- Developed critical reporting capabilities to provide customers with actionable data points.
- Designed software applications to enhance user experience and optimize performance.
- Managed contractors to deliver tailored software solutions for diverse client needs.
Senior Consultant
Advanced Technologies Integration
Edina, Minnesota
06.2000 - 06.2001
- Delivered web-based solutions utilizing ASP, JavaScript, and VBScript technologies.
- Managed full project lifecycle, from requirement gathering to deployment.
- Analyzed client requirements to develop customized integration strategies.
Senior Consultant / Consultant
Ernst & Young
Minneapolis, Minnesota
07.1997 - 06.2000
- Directed business process analysis and Y2K readiness for financial and healthcare clients.
- Managed cross-functional teams to drive significant process improvements.
- Oversaw complex program management office across multiple clients, ensuring alignment and efficiency.
Database Administrator / Corporate Accounts Assistant
Wells Fargo
Minneapolis, Minnesota
06.1995 - 05.1997
- Automated manual workflows through design of database applications.
- Resolved corporate credit code discrepancies following system assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
University of Minnesota
Twin Cities06-1997
Skills
- Identity and access management (IAM)
- Active directory and Azure Entra ID
- Identity governance and administration (IGA)
- Entitlement management and access certification
- Virtual directory services
- Bio-authentication and multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Cybersecurity strategy and architecture
- Risk management and compliance alignment
- Agile and SAFe methodologies
- Continuous integration and delivery
- SecDevOps practices
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Enterprise architecture and design patterns
- Microsoft AutoGen and Google ADK
- JIRA, Confluence, and GitHub
Certification
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) – (ISC)²
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) – Scrum Alliance
Timeline
Director of Engineering
Target Corporation
11.2021 - Current
Senior Engineering Manager
Target Corporation
11.2018 - 11.2021
Lead Information Security Analyst
Target Corporation
02.2017 - 11.2018
Senior Engineering Manager – International Transportation
Target Corporation
03.2016 - 02.2017
Senior Engineering Manager – Transportation Portfolio
Target Corporation
07.2014 - 03.2016
IT Audit Manager
Target Corporation
11.2012 - 07.2014
Senior Business Analyst – IAM
Target Corporation
10.2011 - 11.2012
Senior Process Analyst
Target Corporation
03.2010 - 10.2011
Business Analyst – Supply Chain
Target Corporation
01.2007 - 03.2010
Senior Software Engineer
b-50.com, LLC
06.2001 - 12.2006
Senior Consultant
Advanced Technologies Integration
06.2000 - 06.2001
Senior Consultant / Consultant
Ernst & Young
07.1997 - 06.2000
Database Administrator / Corporate Accounts Assistant
Wells Fargo
06.1995 - 05.1997
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
University of Minnesota
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