Identity Management Specialist

Sainath Remata

SailPoint Developer/ Identity Management Specialist

Phone: +1-214-***-****

Email: *************@*****.***

Professional Summary:

Experienced SailPoint Developer with 7+ years of expertise in Identity and Access Management (IAM), specializing in SailPoint IdentityNow and IdentityIQ, and proficient in implementing solutions for identity lifecycle management, access control, and compliance.

Successfully led SailPoint implementations and optimizations across diverse industries, including finance, healthcare, and retail, tailoring solutions to meet unique business needs.

Expert in identity governance processes including user provisioning, de-provisioning, role-based access control (RBAC), and access reviews.

Skilled in integrating SailPoint with multiple enterprise systems such as Entra ID/Active Directory, SAP, ServiceNow, LDAP, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).

Strong experience in designing and implementing identity lifecycle workflows using Java, BeanShell, and PowerShell scripting languages.3

Experienced in development and troubleshooting of Oracle Identity Manager (OIM) components and workflows, ensuring seamless integration with enterprise identity management systems.

Experienced in configuring Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Single Sign-On (SSO) using SAML 2.0, OAuth, and Kerberos to secure application access.

Proven track record of optimizing SailPoint environments to ensure high availability, reliability, and performance for large-scale deployments.

Well-versed in performing system health checks and performance tuning for SailPoint IdentityIQ and IdentityNow to maintain optimal system performance.

Proficient in developing and implementing complex data integration transformations, facilitating seamless exchange of identity data between OIM and external systems as part of identity management projects.

Skilled in automating IAM workflows and reducing manual intervention, increasing efficiency, and reducing errors in the identity management process.

Configured and optimized SailPoint integrations with AWS Cloud Directory, ensuring seamless access control and identity management for cloud-native applications and resources.

Expertise in role mining, using SailPoint to analyse and define optimal roles, minimizing entitlement sprawl and improving compliance.

Implemented access certifications and reviews to meet SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, and other industry regulatory standards.

Solid exposure to Oracle Identity Manager 11gR2, working with its core features to enhance user provisioning, de-provisioning, and overall identity governance across large enterprise systems.

Experienced in providing end-user training and documentation, helping teams improve adoption of SailPoint solutions and ensuring long-term system usability.

Experienced in creating custom REST API endpoints in SailPoint for advanced identity management features, such as automated user provisioning, account deactivation, and access certification campaigns.

Experienced in optimizing Java-based IAM workflows and processes to improve system performance and scalability, ensuring minimal downtime during high usage.

Experienced in integrating SailPoint IdentityNow and SailPoint IdentityIQ with multiple database systems (e.g., MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle) for efficient management and synchronization of identity data.

Expert in IAM integration with service management tools, such as ServiceNow, to improve user access request workflows and automation.

Proficient in leveraging JavaScript for customizing SailPoint IdentityIQ user interfaces (UI), enhancing user experience with custom widgets, forms, and client-side validations.

Skilled in cloud IAM architecture, implementing best practices for identity management in cloud-first environments.

Experienced in optimizing identity synchronization and real-time access updates using REST/SOAP API integrations and Directed Acyclic Graphs (DAGs) to automate identity synchronization, policy enforcement, and entitlement updates.

Experienced in utilizing Splunk for log correlation with authentication data to enhance troubleshooting and operational monitoring.

Extensive experience in data migration and upgrades for SailPoint platforms, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to IAM services.

In-depth knowledge of CI/CD principles, integrating SailPoint solutions with DevOps pipelines for continuous delivery and automated testing of IAM components.

Highly adaptable to new technologies and fast-changing environments, continually expanding knowledge of IAM trends, security protocols, and compliance regulations.

Technical Skills:

IAM Solutions:

SailPoint IdentityIQ, SailPoint IdentityNow, Active Directory, LDAP, Entra ID, Microsoft Azure AD, AWS IAM, Google Cloud Identity

Scripting & Programming Languages:

Java, BeanShell, PowerShell, Python, SQL, JavaScript

Cloud Platforms & Technologies:

AWS (S3, EMR, Glue, Redshift, EC2, Lambda, RDS, DynamoDB), Azure Data Factory, Snowflake.

Security & Compliance Tools:

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Single Sign-On (SSO), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Splunk, McAfee, Kerberos

Integration & API Tools:

REST, SOAP APIs, JDBC, ServiceNow, SAP, Workday, Oracle, Active Directory, Azure AD, Amazon Web Services (AWS) IAM, Salesforce.

Identity Federation & Synchronization Tools:

SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, LDAP, ADFS

Reporting & Analytics Tools:

SailPoint Reporting, Tableau, Power BI

DevOps & CI/CD Tools:

Jenkins, Git, GitLab, Maven, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, DAG

Version Control Tools:

Git, GitHub, Bitbucket

Database Management Tools:

SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle DB

Collaboration & Documentation Tools:

JIRA, Confluence

Operating Systems & Platforms:

Windows Server, Linux/Unix

Identity Governance Tools:

Role Mining Tools, PAM (Privileged Access Management) Tools

Professional Experience:

Comerica Bank – Dallas TX August 2022- Present

SailPoint Developer/ Identity Management Specialist

Responsibilities:

Led the integration and deployment of SailPoint IdentityIQ for enterprise-wide identity governance, managing identities of banking employees across multiple business units.

Implemented automated user provisioning and de-provisioning workflows for core banking systems, ensuring adherence to banking compliance standards (SOX, PCI-DSS).

Managed the full life cycle of SailPoint IdentityIQ implementation, from requirement gathering to post-deployment support.

Develop and maintain SQL-based custom connectors and import processes to load identity data from various enterprise systems into SailPoint.

Design, develop, and customize core OIM components, including workflows, scheduled tasks, and connectors, to meet business requirements for identity management and governance.

Integrated SailPoint IdentityIQ with core banking solutions and ServiceNow to streamline access request management and incident handling.

Developed custom connectors for SAP, Entra ID/Active Directory, and AWS to enhance and streamline access management automation

Develop and manage data integration processes to ensure seamless data exchange between OIM and external applications, including LDAP, Active Directory, and databases, while performing necessary data transformations.

Leveraged AWS Secrets Manager to securely store and rotate credentials for SailPoint integrations with AWS services like RDS, EC2, and S3.

Integrated multi-factor authentication (MFA) into SailPoint workflows to enhance security protocols.

Automated user onboarding and offboarding processes, reducing administrative overhead.

Developed and optimized SailPoint workflows to manage user access, reducing provisioning errors and operational overhead.

Utilize OIM 11gR2 12c to enforce stringent access controls, ensuring that identity management processes adhere to internal security policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements like SOX.

Integrated SailPoint with AWS API Gateway and AWS CloudWatch, enabling real-time monitoring, alerts, and incident response for identity-related events.

Implemented access certification campaigns for banking-critical applications to meet regulatory standards such as SOX, PCI-DSS, and GDPR

Ensure that all identity management processes comply with SOX regulations and other industry standards, including maintaining proper audit trails and supporting audit activities.

Automated detection and remediation of privileged access violations in real-time, minimizing potential security risks in financial systems.

Maintain clear and concise technical documentation, including configuration details, troubleshooting guides, and best practices for OIM development and implementation.

Coordinated the migration of on-premise IAM systems to SailPoint, reducing operational costs.

Configured Single Sign-On (SSO) workflows using SAML 2.0 and OAuth for secure and seamless authentication across internal and external banking applications.

Configured and maintained Kerberos-based authentication for secure access to on-premises and hybrid applications integrated with SailPoint IdentityNow/IdentityIQ.

Utilized Splunk to correlate SailPoint logs with system authentication data, such as Active Directory, LDAP, and application-specific logs, to enhance troubleshooting.

Configured DAGs to trigger identity synchronization, policy enforcement, and entitlement updates, reducing manual intervention in IAM tasks.

Automated routine database maintenance tasks such as backups, user permissions, and performance tuning using SQL scripts.

Collaborated with security teams to implement DevSecOps practices, integrating security testing tools like Aqua Security and SonarQube into CI/CD pipelines for SailPoint and related IAM systems.

Enabled team collaboration on IAM development projects by implementing Git repository access controls, ensuring secure and efficient code sharing.

Anthem Inc (Elevance Health)- Indianapolis, IN May 2019- July 2022

SailPoint Developer (IAM)

Responsibilities:

Built and optimized SailP

oint custom rules and transforms to align Salesforce identity attributes with organizational IAM policies.

Implemented SailPoint IdentityNow for cloud-based identity and access management across the organization.

Customized SailPoint workflows using Java and BeanShell scripts to automate and streamline IAM processes.

Integrated ServiceNow and other enterprise applications to create a seamless user experience for access requests.

Developed a robust role-based access model, improving user entitlement management across the organization.

Configured and managed access certifications to ensure ongoing compliance with security policies and regulations.

Prepare and deliver regular compliance reports on identity management activities, ensuring they meet both internal audit standards and external compliance regulations like SOX, GDPR, and other relevant standards.

Developed Conducted root cause analysis and resolved complex Java-related issues in IAM systems to ensure uninterrupted service.

Managed the integration of SailPoint IdentityNow with Azure to automate user provisioning and de-provisioning.

Designed and implemented Java modules for RBAC policies, automating role assignments and access rights based on business rules and organizational hierarchies.

Configured and monitored Azure AD Identity Protection to detect and respond to suspicious sign-ins and compromised accounts, enhancing security posture and mitigating identity risks.

Integrate SailPoint with external systems and services via JavaScript and REST APIs, facilitating seamless synchronization of identity and access data across platforms.

Analysed Azure AD logs using Splunk to provide actionable insights into identity activities, risk events, and access patterns, supporting proactive threat detection and informed decision-making.

Generate and deliver custom SQL-based reports on identity lifecycle events, access requests, and compliance metrics, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.

Developed reporting and analytics dashboards in SailPoint to monitor and audit Salesforce user access, enabling proactive governance and compliance tracking.

Developed custom SQL scripts for SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ) to manage identity provisioning, access reviews, and reconciliation tasks.

Worked on Java Collections Framework, handling data structures like Maps, Lists, and Sets for identity and access management logic.

Design, develop, and enforce role-based access control policies to ensure that users have the appropriate access to applications and systems, while maintaining compliance with organizational security and SOX audit policies.

Integrated MFA with SailPoint IdentityNow to strengthen security measures for high-risk applications and users.

Developed automated workflows for detecting and alerting unauthorized access attempts and anomalies.

Improved system performance by performing periodic system audits and identifying areas for optimization.

Conducted troubleshooting and provided support for issues related to SailPoint integration with cloud applications.

Coordinated with security teams to identify and mitigate potential security threats within the IAM system.

Leveraged GitHub/Bitbucket for storing and versioning BeanShell scripts, workflows, and API integrations to ensure streamlined collaboration across IAM development teams.

Collaborated with the compliance team to ensure SailPoint implementation meets all internal and external regulatory requirements.

Delivered end-user training sessions on SailPoint IdentityNow for new users, improving system adoption.

Assisted in scaling the SailPoint environment to support a growing user base across multiple regions.

Kroger, Cincinnati, OH September 2017- April 2019

SailPoint Developer

Responsibilities:

Spearheaded the implementation and seamless integration of SailPoint IdentityIQ for a global enterprise, enhancing identity governance, access control, and compliance across the organization.

Developed custom identity lifecycle management processes for onboarding, offboarding, and role changes across multiple applications.

Configured and optimized IAM solutions for AWS, ensuring seamless user provisioning, de-provisioning, and synchronization across AWS resources and services

Assisted in migrating legacy IAM systems to SailPoint, consolidating multiple identity repositories into a single solution.

Implemented access reviews and certifications for sensitive and privileged accounts, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Integrated SailPoint with SAP and LDAP to manage user access for over 50 enterprise applications.

Developed automated workflows using Java and BeanShell to streamline identity management tasks and reduce manual intervention.

Write and execute SQL scripts to cleanse and transform raw identity data into a suitable format for processing within SailPoint, ensuring accuracy and consistency.

Configured SailPoint’s IdentityIQ policies to enforce role-based access control (RBAC) for more granular permission management.

Enhanced identity synchronization processes between SailPoint and various target systems, ensuring real-time access updates.

Configured Workday REST/SOAP connectors in SailPoint IdentityIQ/IdentityNow for secure and seamless data synchronization.

Implemented and managed a custom access request system within SailPoint to streamline user access requests and approvals.

Collaborated with external security vendors to integrate advanced security features such as MFA and SSO into the identity management system.

Created and maintained comprehensive system documentation, including configuration details, deployment instructions, and troubleshooting guides.

Monitored and tuned system performance to ensure high availability and optimal response times across multiple regions.

Developed custom reports and dashboards to provide visibility into user access patterns and compliance statuses.

Worked with compliance and audit teams to prepare for and successfully pass SOX and GDPR audits.

Designed and implemented identity governance and administration (IGA) policies for efficient access management.

Coordinated with the IT team to provision and de-provision user accounts for cloud-based and on-premise applications.

Implemented workflow automation for incident response, reducing average resolution time.

Supported post-implementation monitoring and provided ongoing technical support for users and administrators.

Education Qualification:

Masters in Computer Science from Fitchburg State University, Boston, MA

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