Harish Govindaraj,CISM
Technical Associate Manager
San Diego,CA
Summary
A results-driven Identity and Access Management (IAM) professional with over 12 years of extensive experience in designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise-level IAM solutions. Demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional teams, driving strategic IAM initiatives, and aligning security programs with organizational objectives. Proven expertise in tools like SailPoint Identity Security Cloud/IdentityNow, Thycotic Secret Server, CA SiteMinder, and SailPoint IIQ. Skilled in project execution, stakeholder collaboration, compliance, and risk mitigation, consistently delivering secure, scalable, and efficient IAM environments while fostering innovation and operational excellence
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Associate Manager
Accenture
03.2023 - 11.2024
- Managed large-scale IAM initiatives, aligning organizational goals with identity governance strategies to enhance security and streamline operations.
- Led successful onboarding of critical applications into SailPoint IdentityNow, ensuring seamless integration and compliance with governance policies.
- Designed and enforced robust access policies, integrating SSO and MFA solutions to meet enterprise-level security requirements.
- Developed and enforced IAM policies to support regulatory compliance, including SOX, HIPAA, and GDPR, ensuring a secure and auditable environment.
- Implemented and optimized lifecycle management processes, including Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and automated provisioning
- Developed complex workflows, rules, and APIs to streamline operations and improve system performance
- Led governance onboarding for Active Directory, enhancing security and compliance
- Provided detailed SOPs and POCs for troubleshooting and streamlined workflows
- Configured and implemented SSO, MFA, and passthrough authentication protocols for enhanced security
Assistant Manager
KPMG Global Services
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Acted as the primary liaison between technical teams, business units, and leadership to align IAM capabilities with enterprise objectives.
- Drove the adoption of IAM best practices across the organization, transitioning legacy processes to modern, automated systems.
- Designed and deployed user provisioning systems with robust RBAC controls
- Implemented proactive risk management strategies, identifying and mitigating IAM vulnerabilities in collaboration with security and audit teams
- Transitioned IAM projects from execution to BAU with a focus on process improvement
- Collaborated with audit teams to meet compliance standards and remediate vulnerabilities
- Managed JML (Joiners, Movers, Leavers) processes and enhanced automation for user lifecycle management
- Provided advanced troubleshooting and enhanced system efficiency through performance tuning
Technical Solution Architect Specialist
NTT Data Services
12.2017 - 10.2021
- Onboarded and integrated diverse applications, including Active Directory, JDBC, and Thycotic Secret Server
- Automated bulk certification processes using Ruby scripts, enhancing access review efficiency
- Created custom filters for tailored access reviews and certifications
- Configured Thycotic Secret Server to manage sensitive secrets and permissions securely
- Developed and managed APIs for seamless integrations across platforms
Senior Analyst
Accenture
01.2016 - 10.2017
- Delivered end-to-end implementation of SailPoint IIQ for enterprise identity governance
- Configured connectors, aggregation tasks, and provisioning policies to automate identity lifecycle management
- Designed and implemented role management and access certifications to improve governance
- Optimized workflows and approval processes to ensure efficient user access reviews and provisioning
- Collaborated with business stakeholders to gather requirements and align IAM solutions with organizational goals
- Resolved complex provisioning issues and provided advanced support to maintain system stability
Security Analyst
Hewlett-Packard Enterprises
12.2014 - 01.2016
- Integrated applications with SiteMinder for secure authentication and centralized access
- Configured Single Sign-On (SSO) and implemented governance standards
- Performed daily health monitoring and troubleshooting for system reliability
Security Associate
Wipro Technologies
06.2012 - 12.2014
- Developed custom workflows for user and group management with time-based escalation
- Implemented SOD policies, managing risk violations and roles
- Integrated SailPoint IIQ with Active Directory for seamless user management
- Automated provisioning tasks to reduce manual interventions
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
Bharathiyar University
India, TN 06.2010 - 03.2012
Skills
- IAM Tools: SailPoint IdentityNow, Thycotic Secret Server, CA SiteMinder, SailPoint IIQ
- Access Management: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and OAuth 20 Cloud Platforms: Azure AD, AWS IAM
- Programming/Scripting: PowerShell, Java, Ruby, SQL
- Compliance Frameworks: SOX, GDPR, HIPAA Other Skills: Identity lifecycle automation, certifications, audits, and governance policies
Certification
SailPoint IdentityNow Professional Certification
Accomplishments
- Received the 'Feather in the Cap' award for exceptional project execution.
- Recognized as the 'Best Performer of the Year' for delivering innovative IAM solutions.
- Delivered seamless project transitions to BAU with zero downtime.
Domainexpertise
- Insurance
- Financial Services
- Banking
- Retail
- Education
Timeline
CISM - Certified Information Security Manager.
01-2025
Associate Manager
Accenture
03.2023 - 11.2024
Assistant Manager
KPMG Global Services
10.2021 - 03.2023
Technical Solution Architect Specialist
NTT Data Services
12.2017 - 10.2021
Senior Analyst
Accenture
01.2016 - 10.2017
Security Analyst
Hewlett-Packard Enterprises
12.2014 - 01.2016
Security Associate
Wipro Technologies
06.2012 - 12.2014
Master of Science - Computer Science
Bharathiyar University
06.2010 - 03.2012
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