Roger Razo
Oswego,IL
Summary
Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineer with extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing IAM solutions using platforms like Okta and Azure/Entra ID. Proven ability to drive projects from inception to completion, ensuring secure and scalable access management systems. Strong background in project management, with a focus on streamlining workflows, automating identity provisioning, and enhancing security protocols. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams and aligning IAM strategies with organizational goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IAM Engineer - Contractor
Baptist Health South Florida
07.2024 - Current
- Managed Identity and Access Management (IAM) services, including password management, Single Sign-On, Microsoft Entra ID, and authentication protocols such as SAML and OIDC.
- Configured multifactor authentication (MFA) within Microsoft Entra ID for both internal and external applications.
- Set up custom alerts and email notifications for expiring app registrations in Microsoft Entra ID.
Identity and Access Management Engineer
StoneX Group
03.2023 - 07.2024
- Administer Single Sign-On and Multi-Factor Authentication services, with a strong focus on Okta, to ensure secure and efficient access for a Fortune 100 financial firm.
- Integrate workforce applications using SAML and OIDC, adhering to best practices for Okta configurations.
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure seamless Okta application integrations.
- Collaborate closely with stakeholders to define and implement precise access levels through Okta, maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
- Enhanced the existing Single Sign-On and Multi-Factor Authentication models for all applications, leveraging Okta and Active Directory.
- Contributed to formal internal design reviews, evaluating proposed products and components for alignment with organizational standards.
- Established automated systems to improve the accuracy and efficiency of engineering processes, driving operational excellence.
Identity and Access Management Engineer
Addison Group
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Managed access and permissions using Okta and Microsoft Entra, implementing automated solutions for identity management.
- Supported architecture design in Identity Federation Authorization and Single Sign-On with Okta and Microsoft Entra.
- Troubleshooted and managed issues related to identities, system access, authentication, authorization, entitlements, and permissions using Okta, Microsoft Entra, and Active Directory.
- Demonstrated expertise with Microsoft Entra and Group Policy management, as well as Active Directory Domain Controller monitoring on server environments.
- Participated in all identity management deployments, including custom rule development, workflow configuration, and development within Okta.
Security Engineer - Contractor
Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Migrated application authentication processes from ADFS to Single Sign-On with Microsoft Entra.
- Managed and supported Multi-Factor Authentication services on RSA Authentication Manager.
- Migrated users from RSA Authenticator to Microsoft Authenticator, implementing self-service password reset.
System Administrator
Addison Group
12.2019 - 07.2021
- Implemented Identity Provider integration with Okta, Microsoft Entra, and Active Directory.
- Managed Azure services, including Single Sign-On, Multi-Factor Authentication, licensing, and conditional access.
- Created conditional access policies, Multi-Factor Authentication policies, and resolved Multi-Factor Authentication issues with Okta and Microsoft Entra.
- Developed scripts and automation tools to enhance system efficiency.
- Diagnosed and executed resolutions for network and server issues.
System Engineer - Contractor
First Midwest Bank
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Installed and managed security reporting tools to monitor Active Directory changes
- Planned and managed migrations and upgrades related to Active Directory and Domain controllers
- Managed Identity Access management of Azure subscriptions and services
Project Engineer
ZLan Partners
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Implemented networking and server changes to meet client budgets and needs
- Optimized networked software and operating systems by applying updates and patches
- Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients
- Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback
System Administrator
Systech Information Services Inc.
05.2014 - 01.2018
- Managed Active Directory, group policies, and user accounts
- Migrated Windows Servers and administered Office 365 services
Technical Support
Bearing Headquarters Co.
11.2012 - 05.2014
- Provided Tier 1 IT support and assisted in restoring service and functionality
Office Support Clerk
AT&T
11.2011 - 10.2012
- Responded to support requests and explained technical information to non-technical users
Desktop Support
Citizens Financial Services
08.2008 - 09.2010
- Configured images for desktop and laptop deployments
- Resolved login issues and performed password resets
Teller
Chase Bank
01.2007 - 12.2007
- Assisted customers with account inquiries and transactions
Sonar Technician
United States Navy
08.2001 - 09.2006
- Troubleshooted, maintained, and repaired SONAR systems and peripheral equipment
Certification
- Okta Certified Administrator, Okta - 2023
- Okta Certified Professional, Okta - 2023
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, Microsoft - 2022
- Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals, Microsoft - 2022
Timeline
IAM Engineer - Contractor
Baptist Health South Florida
07.2024 - Current
Identity and Access Management Engineer
StoneX Group
03.2023 - 07.2024
Identity and Access Management Engineer
Addison Group
02.2022 - 03.2023
Security Engineer - Contractor
Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago
07.2021 - 01.2022
System Administrator
Addison Group
12.2019 - 07.2021
System Engineer - Contractor
First Midwest Bank
05.2019 - 12.2019
Project Engineer
ZLan Partners
01.2018 - 05.2019
System Administrator
Systech Information Services Inc.
05.2014 - 01.2018
Technical Support
Bearing Headquarters Co.
11.2012 - 05.2014
Office Support Clerk
AT&T
11.2011 - 10.2012
Desktop Support
Citizens Financial Services
08.2008 - 09.2010
Teller
Chase Bank
01.2007 - 12.2007
Sonar Technician
United States Navy
08.2001 - 09.2006
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