Sr. system security analyst

Ron Harman has a strong business and finance background, encompassing PeopleSoft Application Security Upgrades and Implementation, Project Management, Business Analysis, PC Systems Support, and Financial Product Sales. His practical approach to solving problems, coupled with his ability to communicate with both business users and technical resources, makes him especially valuable in project work. He has concentrated on PeopleSoft Security for over 22 years, leading the security efforts for functional Financial and HCM implementations and upgrades (v8.0 through 9.2). Experienced in Financial analysis, process analysis, team leadership, training, administration, management, budgeting, and management consulting. Current security clearance through Bowhead Mgt., Nov. 2026.

SYNOPSIS: PeopleSoft Security for Financials and HR Implementations/Upgrades versions. 9.2, 9.1, 9.0, 8.9, 8.8, 8.4, 8.0 and 7.5, STAT Implementation/Administration, PeopleSoft Asset Management, Management Consulting, Financial Analysis, Project Management, Business Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Budgeting, PC Systems Support, Training and Development, Human Resources, Payroll and Inventory Controls, Account Reconciliation.

EDUCATION: BA in Finance from Virginia Polytechnic Institute (VA Tech), 1973

Secret Clearance-2017

PeopleSoft: End User Training, Intro. to Financials/SCM, Asset Management v. 7.5, Workflow v. 8.4, PeopleTools I & II v.8.1, Security v. 8.1, Integration Tools v. 8.12, Intro. to HR v. 8.01, HR v. 8.01, and Base Benefits v. 8.01.

STAT: End User, System Administration and Object Management.

Continuing education in Principals of Mutual Funds and Annuities, P

PeopleSoft Security Subject Matter Expert-Dept of State project for Overseas Personnel System. Implemented in fall of 2017 for all the embassies across the globe. Providing user support and security subject matter expertise. 9/17 to end of Oct 2024.

PeopleSoft Sr. Test Engineer on the IPPS-A project for the Army. Testing Application Security. Mapped all security from the Agile Sprints into functional templates for ease of review and testing. Supported the creation of a Cyber Security Test Plan. Participant in a Cyber Table Top exercise. PeopleSoft Suites included in the project are: ELM, CRM and HCM v9.2 along with the Interactive Hub. 09/16-08/17

PeopleSoft phase I upgrade project (EE1)-app upgrade v9.2/tools 8.53. Responsible for setting project plan tasks, leading design efforts on new modules and enhancements to existing functionality. Mapped all security into functional templates for ease of review and approval. March ‘15-upgraded tools v8.54. May ‘16 upgraded tools v8.55/PUM19. Both Tools upgrades included review of all PS documentation for functional change, input and updates to current design. Currently on PUM19. 01/14-07/16.

Sr. Security Lead on the Enterprise Fleet Management., (St. Louis, MO). Financials v9.2 application upgrade from v8.9. Assessment on current day security model and re-design to include new features of v9.2 (WorkCenters/dashboards) 07/13-03/14.

Sr. Security Consultant on the Laureate Education Inc., (Baltimore, MD). Financials v9.1 multiple global implementations. The strategy for these implementations includes bringing each country location online with a pre-designed security template that can be used globally. 09/12-08/13

Sr. Functional Security Consultant on the Pacific Life Financials (Newport Beach, CA) PS implementation. Responsible for gathering all functional requirements for creating a detailed design matrix for build and deployment of security. This included navigation, data and chartfield security. 07/12-09/12.

Sr. Functional Security Lead on the Navistar (Chicago, IL) Security Standardization project. This project was initiated to redesign a majority of the security related to their deployed Financials PS Suite. As part of the project, a full portal map, new naming conventions and functional requirements were created to make sure all role mapping was up to date and re-deployed effectively while removing all old security objects. 02/12-07/12.

Sr. Functional Security Lead on the FM (Freddie Mac-Tyson’s Corner, VA) for their PS HCM v8.9 to v9.1 upgrade. During the first phase, I was responsible for the security requirements matrix along with a design plan document showing the strategy. Provided input for the project plan tasks in this phase to assist with scheduled begin and end dates. Developed strategy for payroll integration with ADP. 08/11- 01/12

Sr. Functional Security Lead on the WMATA (Washington Metro Area Transit Authority-Washington, DC) for their PS Financials v8.8 to v9.1 upgrade. The aggressive nature of this project required RAD security design and build. Design matrix was mapped for requirements and the technical security lead initiated scripts to build. Role build was based on User levels within a module. Some integration was created between the PS Financials and bolt-ons. 03/11- 10/11.

Sr. Security Lead on the NY State SFS (Albany, NY) PeopleSoft implementation as an IBM team member. This project included the implementation of all Financials modules for the NY State Office of Comptroller and Agency Finance. PS app v9.0. Created a Security Plan for the project and submitted for State review. Established a design model for security in the form of a configuration workbook for the build process. Designed a security solution to include SOA technology and re-engineer business processes (BPM) 06/10 – 03/11.

Sr. Security Lead on the fit/gap phase of the upgrade project at Cablevision, (Plainview, NJ) from v8.8 HCM to v9.1. This project included documentation and analysis of existing security model along with the incorporation of new business processes from the upgrade. The client requires a configuration plan for integrating Directory services into the upgraded HCM suite. 04/10-06/10.

Provided security analysis, design, build and test expertise as the Sr. Security consultant for ICF International (Fairfax, VA). The project involved updating the department security tree to reflect the current organizational structure and assist in decentralizing certain HCM functions while securing data. Reviewed and suggested updates to the LDAP configuration currently in place. The data security design was also translated into query security. 02/10-04/10.

Security SME consultant leading the upgrade for HCM from v8.8 to v9.0. Established a security strategy along with a support manual for ongoing maintenance. This upgrade at TeraData (Dayton, OH) also included a cleanup of older security objects left by the transition from corporate (NCR). Designed interfaces with Payroll outsourced vendor. 10/09-12/09.

Security lead/SME consultant responsible for an upgrade project involving HCM, FSCM, EPM and Portal from various older versions in Tools and Application to Tools v8.49.14 and Application v9.0. The HCM portion of the upgrade involved the addition of “Person Model” and implementing the Talent Acquisition Management, Candidate Gateway and Time and Labor modules. Designed a security solution to include SOA technology and re-engineer business processes (BPM). This project involved the mentoring of existing Government of Alberta, CA employees and using existing models as a basis to upgrade. The IMAGIS project won the Premier’s Silver award of Excellence for 2010. 11/08-08/09.

Provided in depth assessment of existing PS security model for both Finance and HCM suites for Thales Communications, (Rockville, MD). 10/08 – 11/08.

Security lead consultant responsible for the consolidation and standardization of multiple security models across the enterprise. As part of the Oracle Center of Excellence project, Ron was tasked with gathering information from multiple resources to map and analyze multiple business landscapes for Verizon Wireless, Inc. (Orangeburg, NY) Worked with the Enterprise Group to centralize all Directory Services (LDAP) and possible strategies. He was also security lead on the implementation of a new v9.0 HCM project to begin using the person model, Safety, Talent Mgt, Compensation and Org Hierarchy. 03/08-09/08

Security consultant responsible for the upgrade and re-implementation of Oracle (PS) security model for University Systems of Georgia (34 state universities-Athens, GA). This upgrade encompassed the entire existing Financials pillar along with additional functionality of Expenses and Purchasing (v7.5 to 8.9). Supported initiative to integrate HCM/Campus Solutions with Financials and implement a Single Signon solution between both pillars. Finalized the security strategy, developed security policies and designed a process for the administration of the new security model. 02/07-03/08

Security lead responsible for the re-implementation of Oracle (PS) security for Educational Testing Services (Princeton, NJ) for multiple pillars to include FDM, HCM/Campus Solutions, CRM and SCM v.8.9 with a strong focus on rigor and audit. Finalized the security strategy, development of comprehensive standards for role/permission list creation and maintenance and implementation of all processes and procedures to rebuild the security setup and administration activities. 09/06-01/07

Security Administrative lead for GTSI Corp. (Herndon, VA) Provided Security Administrator services for Oracle (PS) upgrades and production support. Responsibilities included Design, Implementation, Testing and Documentation for application security in Oracle (PS) HRMS, SCM/FSM, EPM and Portal v.8.9 environments. Environments included development, testing, training and production. 08/06-10/06.

Planned and began implementation for an Oracle (PS) HCM upgrade from v.8.8 to 8.9 along with a tools upgrade to support the application. This upgrade involved resource training, task planning and aggressive design timelines at Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Tennessee. 06/06-08/06.

As the Security Lead on the Reporting Strategy Project, implemented standards and redesign of PS Financials (v8.9) security at H&R Block. This project scope was to replace the current PS reporting tools and incorporate the EPM analytics. 11/05-05/06

Established a strategy and redesign of security at Talent Tree for the Staffing Front Office PS module. Integrated design with existing Finance and HRMS implementations. Recommended design changes for both modules to utilize full functionality for Front Office. 9/05-10/05.

Security Admin lead for GTSI Corp. responsible for post implementation support for PeopleSoft SCM. Review SOX audit reports and recommend solutions to reports. Interfaced with Business Analyst for updates to current security design. Recruit and train new Security Admin lead for full time replacement. 7/05-8/05

Application security lead for DIMHRS project at the Department of Defense. Worked in conjunction with the Information Assurance team to provide a secure architecture for PeopleSoft and 3.1m + end users. Implementation included full HRMS suite, Enterprise Portal, Netscape/SunOne Directory and EPM/Actuate Reporting tool. The database system was DB2/AIX supported by IBM. Provided support for Proof of Concept authentication tools for Tivoli and Netegrity. Trained the security admin team with basic security concepts and standards. Reviewed requirements and mapped out all application security designs to include, roles, permissions, data-row level, reporting and LDAP integration. Led security team through Tools v. 8.46 and HRMS v. 8.9 upgrades. Received interim security clearance. 7/04-6/05

Security Admin lead for GTSI Corp. Assess current security strategy and post implementation issues for multiple module PeopleSoft installation and upgrade, to develop a plan to standardize all security designs and configurations. The client security configuration included a recently upgraded Financials pillar (7.5-8.4x) GL, AP, AR and PO. The client also just went live with the HRMS pillar to include: HR, BA, Base Ben, T&L, and Payroll, which required production support and issue resolution. Implementation work was reviewed and changed for Enterprise Portal and additional business functional modules in Financials (Expenses, Billing, Contracts and Projects). From the assessment, a plan was formulated and steps taken to begin setting a standard for security design and configuration. On sight training was given to Security Administrators to improve existing skill levels. 4/04-6/04

Establish security strategy and implement for multiple module PeopleSoft installation to include HCM v. 8.8, CRM v. 8.8 and Finance v. 8.4 for American Medical Services. Facilitate security design and documentation. Work with implementation team to address and resolve issues relating to LDAP, Portal and EIPs. Create and implement training sessions on query, security basics and Report Manager. Set up security for Workflow to include roles, module setups and e-mail notification. 7/03-3/04

Responsible for establishing a security implementation strategy for the Kforce upgrade project. Worked with functional business users to create a design and recreate security for an HRMS & Finance upgrade from v. 7.5 to 8.3/8.4 and Tools to v. 8.18/8.42. Facilitated process identification and security mapping for all end users into Security Roles. Worked with Active Directory team to deploy User ID and password control synchronization and application setup. Trained the current Security Administrator with new technology, terms and security structure. Created documentation for Security Design and new Security procedures to include updating existing forms and processes. Established workflow roles and identified affected operator classes. Identified current row level security strategy and consolidated structure for increased maintenance efficiency. 4/03-6/03

Responsible for developing a security implementation strategy for Mutual of Omaha. Created design templates and trained the security team for a PeopleSoft Tools upgrade from v. 7.53 to 8.42 (Finance). Developed training materials and user guides for security admin. Reviewed existing HR v. 8.16 security for sync to LDAP and Finance. 2/03-03/03

CAPITAL ONE FINANCIALS 01/01-12/02

PeopleSoft-Security Analyst

Responsible for reviewing designs and building the security for a global implementation of PeopleSoft AP, GL, PO, HR, and BA. Provided a Security overview for functional team members to understand Security. Successfully implemented the security for the UK pilot including AP and GL, US Financials and Procurement and HR. Established Security Requirements for STAT implementation. Facilitated design work for Security for eProcurement and Travel and Expense modules, v. 8.x. Documented Security Architecture for STAT and PeopleSoft Object Security. Provided production support for the UK pilot and US implementations. Collaborated with Directory services and the Portal team members to provide Security expertise and input for synchronization interface technologies. Validated and implemented LDAP settings for single-signon in PS Finance and HR applications. Coordinated the use of automated tools for Security ‘build scripts’ using WinRunner. Provided oversight on development for Object Security and migration Security setups. Managed 39 separate PS environments on Oracle DB with Security synchronization, migration and updates. Identified and developed mitigation plans for Tools 8.18 upgrade for application Security and reporting. Documented all Security application knowledge and used documents for training of new production support staff.

E-TECH CORPORATION 4/99-12/00

PeopleSoft-Asset Management

Researched issues with Asset Management module 7.012 that had been in existence since its initial implementation. Analyzed the asset management requirements, then developed a plan to resolve the issues. Implemented the solutions, and documented the entire process for ease of maintenance. Coordinated the update to Asset Management version 7.02. Worked with the technical lead to interface Asset Management with Payables and General Ledger.

Business Development

Developed and marketed E-Tech Corporation in the Richmond market. Recruited resources for Technical consulting.

Provided management consulting for insurance, community management and international protocol companies. Reviewed current business processes, systems and requirements to develop solutions for implementation.

Implemented network upgrade from DOS Lantastic to Novell 5.5, 1 server plus 15 workstations. Trained all users on Win98, Word and Excel.

BROUGHTON SYSTEMS, INC. 7/98-3/99

PeopleSoft Implementation

As a Functional Business Analyst on an Implementation Team ver. 7.5, was responsible for data conversion analysis, project coordination and testing for both Financials and HR. Acted as liaison between the users and the technical staff. Worked closely with the technical staff on data conversion and translation tables. Heavily involved in HR parallel testing, responsible for reconciling payroll, and coordinating parallel data entry to include new hires, W-4 changes, benefit changes, new vendors and customers. Set up test scenarios for leave accrual and reconciled employee loan balances. Responsible for developing and controlling change control procedures and issue tracking. Trained users on AP and HR modules. Developed user’s guide and process maps for AP, AR, GL, HR, BA, and PR.

Virginia State Department of Social Services

Directed a project for conversion of a legacy e-mail system. Coordinated vendor and user meetings. Analyzed software for project management, validating several packages, reviewing to ensure proper fit. Outlined a project to improve the project management skills of existing managers. Software: Primavera, MS Project

EDS 5/96-6/98

New York Life

As a Field Support Representative (FSR), supported New York Life agents in Richmond and Norfolk:

As team leader, was responsible for compliance of service level agreements. Served as liaison between Regional Manager and team members. Responsible for goal setting and team-building. Spearheaded a project to develop value-added approaches to better serve the customer.

Performed as a backup to the Regional Manager, facilitating communication between FSRs throughout the Southeastern U.S.

Customer Support: trained and counseled field agents on the use of their computers to run their business, to market and to manage a database of clients

Performed technical support for software and hardware troubleshooting

HARMAN CONSULTING GROUP, INC. 6/94 to 4/96

ChemTreat Inc.

Met with the client to determine needs and to initiate projects. Estimated project time and resources. Performed business analysis, working with the users to learn the current business processes, and to determine needs. Worked with the technical liaison to develop high level designs for systems development projects

Negotiated rates, and handled all customer billing

Virginia Health Care Foundation

Performed business analysis, working with the users to understand the current processes, and helping them to understand their needs. Performed project analysis, acting as a liaison between user and the technical team on project development to create a relational database system to manage drug requests for indigent patients

Worked with the technical resource to estimate project time and resources. Set up a Beta test site, and assisted the end-users in testing the system. Tracked project status, keeping the technical resource on target. Controlled project scope by working closely with the users, helping them understand the impact of changes.

Developed user’s guide and help screens. Trained users throughout the state of Virginia in the use of the system. Established and manned the tech support for the system

Negotiated rates, and handled all customer billing

Legacy Advisory Inc.

Established business plan and defined market niche. Designed presentation material for seminars, marketing brochures and business cards. Conducted seminars on Charitable Giving and Estate Planning. Developed vendor relations for financial products and services.

Developed office management systems for RIA, Broker Dealer Rep and consulting practice

Affordable Funeral Services

Performed business analysis, working with the founder to understand his needs. Worked as a team with legal and accounting advisors to develop a business plan. This plan and business was subsequently sold for almost $1 million

NEW YORK LIFE 4/93 to 5/94

As an agent with New York Life, worked with business and personal clients to analyze their financial condition and recommend the appropriate products. Also consulted and volunteered with non-profit organizations to aid in development programs.

Advised clients on investing in mutual fund and variable products. Worked closely with the clients to develop a complete understanding of the client’s financial needs. Attended intensive training sessions to achieve comprehensive product knowledge, and to obtain state licenses. Used specialized software to educate the client and develop a financial solution, as well as electronic spreadsheet and word processing software.

HECHINGER COMPANY 5/74 to 4/93

As the manager of a large chain store, was responsible for 100+ employees. Was responsible for training and supervising 3 assistant managers in the areas of sales, customer service, warehouse management, administration and bookkeeping. Conducted interviews and employee reviews, and supervised all hiring and firing. Handled marketing and advertising, merchandising, and inventory and shrinkage controls.

Responsible for setting up the annual budget, and controlling payroll and operating expenses. Was directly responsible for the implementation of a new computerized inventory system, including the coordination of hardware installation, training of all employees for their respective levels, and physical implementation of the system.

FIRST VIRGINIA BANK 6/70 to 8/75

As an accountant for First Virginia Bank, worked in the Cashier’s Office. Handled the reconciliation of assets and depreciation accounts. Also was responsible for a special project to reconcile the purchase of a small finance company.

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