Jimmy George
Forney
Summary
Results-driven IT Security Manager with proven expertise in identity security, IAM solutions, and endpoint management. Successfully led global user migrations, enhancing security protocols and ensuring compliance across diverse environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Security Manager
Wolters Kluwer
New York
02.2021 - Current
- Led global migration of users and endpoints into a unified Active Directory system to improve security.
- Managed enterprise identity and access services including multi-factor authentication and conditional access policies.
- Strengthened identity security by consolidating fragmented Active Directory environments with consistent policies.
- Oversaw onboarding of device compliance via Microsoft Intune for enhanced endpoint security.
- Administered CIEM roles across Azure and AWS, ensuring adherence to least-privilege models.
- Migrated persistent access roles to Tenable Cloud Security, facilitating just-in-time access provisioning.
- Integrated 100+ SaaS applications into CrowdStrike Shield, enhancing ongoing security posture evaluations.
- Deployed CrowdStrike ITP to monitor and mitigate identity-based attacks, strengthening overall security.
IAM Consultant
Workforce Logiq
Metairie
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Conducted IAM assessments to evaluate security posture, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending enhancement strategies.
- Collaborated with IT teams to integrate IAM solutions, aligning system functionality with organizational security requirements.
- Developed technical designs for identity management systems, detailing authentication flows and user provisioning processes to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Configured identity stores, including Microsoft Azure AD, to support system functionality.
AD Systems Administrator
Strategic Staffing Solutions
New Orleans
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Managed Active Directory environment for City of New Orleans, securing user access and maintaining operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with Mayor's Office and LAPD to strengthen security protocols and safeguard sensitive data.
- Executed daily operational duties, supporting system reliability and user productivity.
Sr. Specialist Advisor Systems Integration
NTT DATA Services
Bangalore
04.2008 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with IT teams for seamless integration of new applications into Active Directory infrastructure.
- Implemented group policies that strengthened user access control and improved security measures across the organization.
- Established security protocols that protected virtual machines and sensitive data, reducing vulnerability to potential threats.
- Managed VMware infrastructure to optimize virtualization and resource allocation.
- Conducted audits of directory services to ensure compliance with security standards, enhancing overall system integrity.
Sr. Technical Support Engineer
Convergys
Gurgaon
02.2004 - 03.2008
- Resolved customer issues through knowledgeable, friendly service, enhancing satisfaction levels.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to address product and service-related challenges, ensuring timely resolutions.
- Fostered collaborative work environment to support colleagues and improve team dynamics.
- Introduced innovative ideas to enhance team performance and achieve desired outcomes.
Education
Post-Graduate Certificate - Cyber Law & Cyber Security
Institute of Management Technology
Ghaziabad, India01-2012
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Manipal, Karnataka, India07-2004
Skills
- Identity and Access management
- Multi-factor authentication
- Access control
- Security protocols
- Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management
- Cloud Just-In-Time
- SaaS security management
- SaaS Security Posture Management
- Identity Threat Detection & Response
- Risk assessment
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- AZ-103: Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate
- MS-100: Microsoft 365 Identity and Services
Accomplishments
- CEO Excellence Award 2024
Timeline
IT Security Manager
Wolters Kluwer
02.2021 - Current
IAM Consultant
Workforce Logiq
06.2020 - 01.2021
AD Systems Administrator
Strategic Staffing Solutions
02.2020 - 05.2020
Sr. Specialist Advisor Systems Integration
NTT DATA Services
04.2008 - 09.2019
Sr. Technical Support Engineer
Convergys
02.2004 - 03.2008
Post-Graduate Certificate - Cyber Law & Cyber Security
Institute of Management Technology
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Manipal Academy of Higher Education