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Srikanth Sanam

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CyberArk Privileged Access Management (PAM) Specialist with 5+ years of focused experience in designing, deploying, and maintaining CyberArk solutions across multi-cloud and hybrid environments. Over 20 years of broader IT experience across project delivery, infrastructure security, identity governance, and compliance for enterprise clients in finance, healthcare, telecom, and gaming. Proven expertise in managing enterprise-grade PAM programs, onboarding privileged accounts, integrating CyberArk with SIEM, ITSM, and IAM tools, and enforcing least privilege and Zero Trust policies. Adept at implementing CyberArk modules like PVWA, CPM, PSM, PTA, Conjur, and EPM. Strong background in ITIL-based service management, regulatory compliance (SOX, PCI, HIPAA), and audit-readiness initiatives.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. CyberArk PAM Specialist

IVY Comptech / Mobitech
09.2021 - 04.2025
  • Deployed and configured CyberArk components including PVWA, CPM, PSM, Vault, and PTA across production and staging environments.
  • Onboarded and managed 500+ privileged accounts across Windows, Linux, SQL, and cloud environments, implementing automated credential rotation and access control policies.
  • Integrated CyberArk with Azure AD and ServiceNow to support automated account provisioning and ticket-based approval workflows.
  • Defined and enforced privileged access policies in line with KPMG and Nevada Gaming Board compliance.
  • Managed quarterly audits, reconciliations, and access reviews using CyberArk reports and customized dashboards.
  • Partnered with DevSecOps to integrate CyberArk with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps), improving credential security for application deployments.
  • Conducted PAM maturity assessments, created gap analysis reports, and executed remediation plans aligned with ISO 27001 controls.
  • Clients: BetMGM, Entain, Stadium (21 U.S. states)

CyberArk Implementation Lead

CtrlS / Cloud4C
07.2017 - 08.2021
  • Led end-to-end implementation of CyberArk PAM solution including initial infrastructure setup, Vault hardening, and secure onboarding of privileged accounts.
  • Configured CPM for automated credential rotation and PSM connectors for session recording and workflow approvals.
  • Integrated CyberArk with Azure subscriptions, securing access to cloud-native services and APIs.Established governance frameworks for PAM including naming standards, safe policies, and regular access reviews.
  • Trained operations teams on CyberArk operations, troubleshooting, and break-glass procedures.
  • Led remediation projects to enforce least privilege and harden elevated access in financial and regulated environments.
  • Clients: FIS Fintech (India, USA), EMEA Clients

PAM Operations and Identity Governance Lead

Unisys Global
09.2016 - 06.2017
  • Enhanced ITIL service delivery using PAM-based controls for incident and change workflows.
  • Collaborated with infrastructure teams to secure administrative access and standardize privileged session recording.
  • Worked with ServiceNow integration team to align access request workflows with PAM policies.
  • Coordinated PAM readiness for audits and contributed to reducing mean-time-to-remediation for access-related incidents.
  • Clients: Unisys Global, Autonation

CyberArk Governance & ITSM Integration Lead

Wipro Limited
09.2007 - 09.2016
  • Supported integration of early PAM and IAM solutions during large ERP and OSS/BSS transformation programs.
  • Led configuration of ServiceNow modules in alignment with PAM governance (Change, Incident, Request).
  • Conducted assessments of elevated access usage and recommended PAM controls for operations teams.
  • Created ITSM automation workflows for provisioning/deprovisioning with access tracking and escalations.
  • Managed policy documentation, exception handling, and executive reporting for privileged access.
  • Clients: CIMIC, GE, Genpact, HP AIB

Network Operations and Access Management SME

Knoah Solutions Pvt. Ltd
01.2005 - 09.2007
  • Provided secure remote access support for NOC teams managing critical ISP network infrastructure.
  • Implemented foundational access controls and firewalls, paving the way for future PAM solution deployment.
  • Maintained detailed access logs and applied security zoning to minimize exposure to critical assets.
  • Worked on incident response efforts where access misuse or unauthorized attempts were flagged for escalation.
  • Clients: Earthlink Network INC

Education

MBA - Human Resources & Marketing

Mahatma Gandhi University
01.2013

Bachelor of Science -

Nizam College Autonomous, Osmania University
01.1999

Skills

  • CyberArk Modules: Vault, PVWA, CPM, PSM, PTA, PSMP, Conjur, EPM
  • Core PAM Skills: Account onboarding/offboarding, platform management, policy configuration, safe creation, least privilege enforcement, credential rotation, RPA/API integration
  • Integrations: Active Directory, Azure AD, LDAP, SIEM (Splunk), ITSM (ServiceNow), Cloud (AWS, Azure)
  • Security & Compliance: Audit readiness, SOX, HIPAA, NIST, ISO 27001, MFA integration
  • Tools: Jenkins, Azure DevOps, SNOW, Git, Wireshark, SolarWinds
  • Languages: PowerShell, REST APIs, Java, Python (basic scripting)
  • CyberArk Privilege Cloud (PAM-as-a-Service) deployment and operational experience
  • CyberArk Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM) to secure and elevate endpoint access for Windows and Mac systems
  • Privileged account lifecycle management using REST APIs and Ansible scripts
  • Experience with Conjur (Dynamic Access Provider) and HashiCorp Vault for secrets management and app-to-app integrations
  • Automation of PAM operations using PowerShell and Python scripting
  • SIEM and log management tool integration with CyberArk (eg, Splunk)
  • Enabled and configured Local Administrator Password Solution (LAPS) via GPO for secure local account management

Certification

  • CyberArk Certified Trustee
  • CyberArk Defender – PAM
  • Microsoft Azure Certified
  • ITIL v3 / ISO 27001 Certified
  • PRINCE2 Practitioner
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
  • COBIT 5 Certified

Timeline

Sr. CyberArk PAM Specialist

IVY Comptech / Mobitech
09.2021 - 04.2025

CyberArk Implementation Lead

CtrlS / Cloud4C
07.2017 - 08.2021

PAM Operations and Identity Governance Lead

Unisys Global
09.2016 - 06.2017

CyberArk Governance & ITSM Integration Lead

Wipro Limited
09.2007 - 09.2016

Network Operations and Access Management SME

Knoah Solutions Pvt. Ltd
01.2005 - 09.2007

MBA - Human Resources & Marketing

Mahatma Gandhi University

Bachelor of Science -

Nizam College Autonomous, Osmania University

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