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Robert Powell

Burnet,TX

Summary

An accomplished Enterprise Technology professional with a proven track record of success in Program/Project Management, Business/Computer System Analysis, Enterprise Applications Analysis, and Identity and Access Management (IAM)/Identity Governance and Administration (IGA)/Role-Based Access Control (RBAC). Excels at collaborating with both business and technical teams to deliver comprehensive solutions within Corporate IAM/IGA practice environments. Analytical approach to problem-solving consistently yields exceptional results that exceed expectations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Information Security Analyst

TEKsystems
03.2023 - 11.2023
  • Led enterprise application security assessment casework: Conducted in-depth reviews of business and technical application owners' systems integration capabilities and authentication security configurations
  • Aligned security posture with client's regulatory-driven Information Security Control Requirements (ISCR), focusing on key areas like Account Management, Application Configuration Management, and Identity & Authentication Management
  • Performed comprehensive audit & attestation: Rigorously evaluated and validated evidence against client's cybersecurity framework
  • Identified and remediated security gaps, driving compliance with regulatory mandates governing PII, PCI, PHI, and other sensitive and confidential data
  • Leveraged expert knowledge: Utilized expertise in security best practices, standards, and technologies to promote greater and more robust security controls
  • Delivered tangible results: Successfully closed security gaps, strengthened overall security posture, and ensured adherence to critical compliance requirements
  • Established clear and consistent workflows: Utilized MS Teams for daily/weekly status updates, Jira/Kanban for project tracking and visualization, MS Excel for data analysis and reporting, and Outlook email and shared mailboxes for secure client communication
  • Optimized communication efficiency: Prioritized communication channels based on urgency and context, ensuring timely information exchange and streamlined collaboration
  • Enforced data integrity: Maintained accurate and readily accessible casework records within designated systems of record.
  • Strengthened network security by conducting regular risk assessments and implementing appropriate countermeasures

IAM/RBAC Business Systems Analyst

Mphasis Ltd.
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Spearheaded RBAC adoption and user experience enhancement: Collaborated with J.P
  • Morgan Line of Business RBAC practitioners to streamline operations and processes, fostering wider adoption of client's enterprise RBAC solution
  • This initiative significantly improved user experience and increased client satisfaction
  • Developed high-impact RBAC resources: Contributed to creation of comprehensive and user-friendly RBAC documentation and training materials, ensuring clear understanding and optimal utilization solution by J.P
  • Morgan teams
  • As lead Business Systems Analyst (of 3) within larger solution development team, played key role in Allspring Global's SailPoint IdentityNow implementation
  • Spearheaded requirements gathering and documentation process, encompassing design, development, and deployment activities
  • Specifically, led creation of crucial project deliverables: Business Requirements Document (BRD), High-Level Design Document (HLDD), Low-Level Design Document (LLDD), and Lifecycle Management (LCM) Use Case Document (XLD)
  • These documents were crucial inputs that ensured successful demo and pre-production testing for Phase 1 of this next-generation technology solution
  • Implemented solution seamlessly integrated with ERP/PeopleSoft HRMS, Azure AD, AWS, ServiceNow, and CyberArk components, and demonstrated efficient collaboration within broader development team.

IAM/Business Systems Analyst

Apex Systems for Northwestern Mutual LIC
11.2021 - 01.2022
  • Provided BSA services remotely for Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co., including supporting their LastPass rollout initiative, managing their IAM/PAM/CyberArk Team's Confluence document libraries, and addressing their team's Enterprise Operations Communications needs.

IAM Technology Analyst

TEKsystems for Nationwide Insurance Co.
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Provided BSA services for Nationwide Mutual Insurance, Co
  • (Columbus, OH-100% Remote), supporting their Enterprise IAM/SailPoint IIQ program and eDirectory to PingOne Cloud Directory migration project
  • Managed workflow deliverables in Jira, used personal management systems and worked with MS Office productivity apps (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio)
  • Worked in Agile/Scrum style cadence, attending daily and weekly stand-ups, and collaborating with functional and technical SMEs through Microsoft Teams.

IAM Business Analyst

CYAN360 for Discount Tire Co./Corp.HQ
01.2020 - 06.2020
  • Provided Business Systems Analysis (BSA) services for Discount Tire Co
  • (Scottsdale, AZ-100% onsite) in their Federated Enterprise Identity & Access Management system
  • Gathered and documented requirements for Enterprise application integrations using SAML & OAuth access standards, and documented common use cases for SSO, MFA, LCM, application account provisioning, and API access management
  • Performed use case testing for EIAM/Okta and connected systems, documented technical procedures, and provided user enrolment reporting.

Principal, Enterprise Applications Security Analyst

Infosys Ltd. for The Capital Group & MassMutual LIC
09.2018 - 10.2019
  • Provided Enterprise applications (with RBAC) onboarding for Capital Group (Irvine, CA-100% onsite) in Agile/Scrum/DevOps tech environment
  • Performed analysis of access security models and segregation of duty (SOD) requirements for Enterprise server-based web apps and mainframe systems
  • Vetted entitlement objects, grouped into logical app-roles, and provided onboarding deliverables for SailPoint IIQ
  • Provided Enterprise applications onboarding for Mass Mutual Ins
  • Co
  • (Springfield, MA-100% onsite) in Agile/Scrum/DevOps tech environment
  • Analyzed entitlement objects for Enterprise web apps and mainframe systems, including SOD requirements analysis
  • Provide artifacts for application integration into Saviynt Security Manager
  • Managed sprints and workload backlogs in MS Excel and Jira.

IAM / RBAC Engineer

Capgemini Sogeti for Best Western Resorts & Hotels
11.2017 - 09.2018
  • Providing RBAC engineering services for Best Western R&H (Phoenix, AZ-Hybrid/Remote)
  • Conducted top-down business analysis interviews of managers to identify functional roles within organizational units
  • Documenting and validating current-state access profile information
  • Conducted bottom-up access-data-review-analysis (role mining) to deliver certified least-privilege role definitions for each functional-business-unit
  • Provisioning role definitions into production environment through Microsoft Active Directory (AD) platform.

IAM / RBAC Engineer

ABCS, Inc. For CSAA IG
03.2016 - 04.2017
  • Delivered full-lifecycle RBAC solutions: Supported IAM Program Director by overseeing analysis, design, build, and testing of RBAC solutions for enterprise web applications and mainframe systems within collaborative SDLC/DevOps environment
  • Optimized RBAC framework adoption: Partnered with lean IAM development team to refine and expand logical and functional RBAC framework, driving wider adoption across organization
  • Ensured seamless integration and minimal disruption: Analyzed downstream RBAC policy configurations in SailPoint, meticulously developing and implementing new RBAC solutions in production to meet business needs while minimizing impact on existing systems
  • Empowered stakeholders with RBAC knowledge: Provided consulting and analysis services to Program Director, including leading RBAC socialization initiatives for business and IT stakeholders, conducting user entitlement data analysis, and crafting RBAC models to define new functional roles for IT pilot groups.

Identity & Access Management (IAM) Consultant

Simeio Solutions, Inc.
02.2015 - 10.2015
  • Provided IAM System Security Consultant support to various client projects, including RBAC analysis through role-mining for VF Corp’s Oracle IAM solution (Greensboro, NC)
  • Produced requirements documentation for Energy Future Holdings (EFH)’s CA Technologies SiteMinder application onboarding effort, produced procedure documentation and field testing support for MFA feature rollout, and provided operational support for their GovernanceMinder-driven user access attestation campaigns
  • Drafted business requirements documentation for City & County of San Francisco’s greenfield Oracle IAM solution project (San Francisco, CA)
  • Provided RBAC analysis through assessment and role-mining for Asurion LLC's hybrid Dell One Identity Manager v6.1 (OIM)/Saviynt solution (Nashville, TN).
  • Facilitated stakeholder workshops, fostering open communication and alignment on key objectives
  • Established strong working relationships with clients, maintaining consistent communication throughout project engagements

Security Analyst

NTTDATA Corp. for Texas HHSC & DARS
02.2011 - 06.2013
  • Delivered secure and efficient enterprise IAM solution: Led Hitachi-ID IAM project, employing rigorous SDLC/DevOps principles to ensure optimal performance and robust security
  • Collaborated closely with CISO to define secure project approach and meticulous requirement documentation
  • Conducted comprehensive infrastructure analysis: Performed thorough gap analysis and crafted detailed WBS diagrams for each feature, establishing clear roadmap for secure access management
  • Managed critical integrations: Led key work activities, including secure provisioning and configuration of virtualized app servers, while strategically integrating infrastructure systems with pre-built connectors and customized solutions
  • Developed secure authentication prototype: Spearheaded iterative development of secure Hitachi-ID prototype, prioritizing robust protection of sensitive data throughout process
  • Key Contribution: Successfully delivered a highly secure IAM solution, overseeing all essential security-focused tasks: virtualized server provisioning, software installations and configurations, and system integration for mission-critical systems like Active Directory, ERP/PeopleSoft HRMS, CAPPS accounting & payroll, CRS Provider Data Reporting System, and AS400 mainframe systems
  • This accomplishment significantly enhanced overall data security and compliance with industry best practices.

RBAC Engineer

TEKsystems for Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT)
06.2009 - 01.2011
  • Spearheaded robust RBAC implementation at ERCOT: As RBAC Engineer for Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), Played pivotal role in enhancing data security and regulatory compliance through strategic implementation of Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) across their complex technology environment
  • Led with expertise: Served as technical design and implementation lead (alongside Sr. Application Developer) for entire RBAC initiative, guiding design, development, and deployment of RBAC solution
  • Meticulously built organizational structure within Sun Identity Role Manager, ensuring accurate representation of internal hierarchies and access needs
  • Granular access control: Defined, certified, and deployed 325+ distinct roles catering to diverse access requirements of 1000 employees across 75 business units
  • This granular approach, encompassing 24+ system namespaces (including mainframe systems) and managing tens of thousands of access entitlements, adhering to least privilege principle, thereby minimizing potential security risks and safeguarding sensitive data
  • Key Achievement: Successfully established comprehensive RBAC framework, significantly strengthening ERCOT's security posture and regulatory compliance
  • This accomplishment directly contributed to protecting critical infrastructure, PII, and other sensitive data from unauthorized access, ensuring adherence to industry best practices and relevant security regulations.

Access Security Delivery Specialist

CDI Corp. | IBM Corp.
09.2006 - 10.2008
  • Provided remote access security provisioning services for Cigna Health employees
  • Regular hands-on use of Microsoft Active Directory (AD) and IBM Tivoli IAM tools to provision and de-provision user access to resources and applications
  • Worked with virtual team members across different time zones servicing national and international employees
  • Collaborated through teleconferencing and email to consistently meet Cigna's weekly service level agreements (SLA)
  • Key Contribution: Provided secure User Provisioning and Access Control services to client’s customer base
  • Environment: Microsoft Active Directory (AD), BMC Control-SA / Enterprise Security Station (ESS), IBM Tivoli TIM / TAM

IT Security Administrator

Emerson Process Management
09.1996 - 03.2006
  • Championed secure and compliant user access management: As primary IT Security Administrator, meticulously controlled complete lifecycle of Active Directory (AD), MS Exchange, ERP PeopleSoft HRMS/Payroll, Lotus Notes, and IBM AS400 user accounts, ensuring adherence to strict privacy and security regulations for PII and other sensitive data protection
  • Steadfastly upheld compliance through proactive measures: Proactively organized and executed regular security audits, including comprehensive reporting for executive review and action
  • This proactive approach ensured consistent compliance with internal security policies and relevant regulatory requirements
  • Maintained robust security infrastructure: Maintained up-to-date security policies and procedures documentation libraries, ensuring consistent enforcement of best practices across organization
  • Delivered expert L3 helpdesk support: Provided exceptional Level 3 operational helpdesk support for all security-related incidents and user inquiries, resolving complex issues and minimizing potential security risks
  • Key Contribution: Played pivotal role in safeguarding sensitive data by implementing robust IAM/LCM processes
  • Dedication to security best practices and proactive approach to audits were instrumental in protecting organization from data breaches and regulatory non-compliance
  • Actively participated in infrastructure modernization efforts which further enhanced security posture of company's IT environment.
  • Maintained documentation of security procedures and protocols, enabling effective knowledge sharing among team members

Education

Diploma -

Kaiserslautern High School
U.S. DoD / Kaiserslautern, Germany

Skills

  • Compliance Management
  • Application Security
  • Access control
  • Cybersecurity expertise
  • Identity management
  • Risk management
  • Information Governance
  • Procedure Documentation

Certificates Training

  • Master Certificate: IS/IT Project Management – Villanova University Online (2012)
  • Hitachi-ID Identity Access Management Suite – (2011)
  • Dell One Identity Manager v6.x – Dell, Round Rock, TX (2015)
  • SailPoint IdentityIQ Basic Training 7.1 –Glendale, AZ (2016)
  • SAFe Agile 4 Framework (V.4.6.0)—Hartford, CT (2019)

Skills

Business Analysis, Requirements Gathering, Documentation, Change Management, Organizer, Planning, Project Management, SAFe Agile 4 Framework, Coordinator, Implementer, Team Builder, Coach, Goal-oriented, Problem Solver, Visionary, Decisive, Analytical Thinker, Technically Savvy, Cybersecurity Awareness, Cloud Technologies, Data Management, Industry Regulations, Collaborative, Social, Culturally Sensitive, Conflict Resolution, Servant Leadership, Advocate, Liaison, Supportive, Counsellor, Facilitator, Trainer, Listener, Speaker, Interactive, Writer, Persuasive, Promoter, Consultative, Negotiator, Microsoft Productivity Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Project, Visio, Teams), Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, ServiceNow

Timeline

Lead Information Security Analyst

TEKsystems
03.2023 - 11.2023

IAM/RBAC Business Systems Analyst

Mphasis Ltd.
01.2022 - 01.2023

IAM/Business Systems Analyst

Apex Systems for Northwestern Mutual LIC
11.2021 - 01.2022

IAM Technology Analyst

TEKsystems for Nationwide Insurance Co.
02.2021 - 11.2021

IAM Business Analyst

CYAN360 for Discount Tire Co./Corp.HQ
01.2020 - 06.2020

Principal, Enterprise Applications Security Analyst

Infosys Ltd. for The Capital Group & MassMutual LIC
09.2018 - 10.2019

IAM / RBAC Engineer

Capgemini Sogeti for Best Western Resorts & Hotels
11.2017 - 09.2018

IAM / RBAC Engineer

ABCS, Inc. For CSAA IG
03.2016 - 04.2017

Identity & Access Management (IAM) Consultant

Simeio Solutions, Inc.
02.2015 - 10.2015

Security Analyst

NTTDATA Corp. for Texas HHSC & DARS
02.2011 - 06.2013

RBAC Engineer

TEKsystems for Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT)
06.2009 - 01.2011

Access Security Delivery Specialist

CDI Corp. | IBM Corp.
09.2006 - 10.2008

IT Security Administrator

Emerson Process Management
09.1996 - 03.2006

Diploma -

Kaiserslautern High School

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