Kiran Bhargav Kantamneni
Macherla
Summary
Dynamic IT professional with a proven track record at CIBC, excelling in risk management and compliance. As an expert in identity and access management, I effectively enhance cloud security while fostering collaboration across teams. Recognized for implementing innovative solutions that significantly improve operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
US IT RECRUITER
DENKEN SOLUTIONS
Guntur
03.2026 - Current
- Sourced and attracted talent using US-specific job boards like Dice, Monster, and Career Builder, alongside LinkedIn and niche platforms like GitHub and Stack Overflow to identify qualified IT candidates.
- Screening and evaluation: conduct initial technical phone screens to assess candidates' skills in areas like java, python, or cloud technologies and determine if they are a cultural fit for the organization.
- Work authorization verification: assess candidate eligibility to work in the us, including knowledge of visa types such as h1b, opt, cpt, tn, and green card status.
- Tax and contract management: manage varied employment models and tax terms, specifically w2, c2c (corp-to-corp), and 1099.
- Coordinated interview schedules across various US time zones (EST, PST, CST) and facilitated effective communication between candidates and hiring managers.
- Negotiated salaries and benefits packages while guiding successful candidates through onboarding and documentation processes.
- Pipeline management: maintain an organized candidate database using applicant tracking systems (ats) like greenhouse, zoho, or taleo to ensure a steady pool of talent for future needs.
CYBER SECURITY ANALYST
UNIFIED MENTOR
01.2026 - Current
- Monitoring and Detection: Continuously monitor cloud environments using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools like Splunk or Azure Sentinel to detect anomalies, unauthorized access, and potential security breaches.
- Responded to security alerts by investigating the root cause of breaches and coordinating remediation efforts to minimize business disruption.
- Vulnerability Management: Perform regular security assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and fix flaws in cloud configurations, APIs, and infrastructure.
- Identity and Access Management (IAM): Manage and audit user permissions and multi-factor authentication (MFA) to ensure the principle of least privilege is followed.
- Compliance and Governance: Ensure cloud deployments adhere to industry regulations and standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCIDSS, and ISO 27001.
- Vendor Assessment: Evaluate third-party cloud service providers and vendors to ensure their platforms meet the organization's security and performance standards.
BUSINESS ANALYST
CIBC
Toronto
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Researched and identified root causes and trends to prevent issue recurrence; evaluated and implemented solutions to resolve client complaints related to money laundering compliance.
- Handled complex issues requiring analysis to determine problem nature and identify feasible solutions for clients using TSYS API platform.
- Analyze and reconcile data or reports to ensure data integrity on clients' accounts and statements.
- Review and analyze reports or data to ensure quality assurance of transactions to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Liaise with Operations and Client Services departments, internal and external partners in order to identify service gaps and implement appropriate solutions.
- Assist management team in leading department initiatives to resolve issues that arise and act as a subject matter expert to provide recommendations for continuous improvement purposes.
- Assist in development, maintenance and enhancement of policies and procedures manual to ensure consistency and compliance with service level agreements.
- Support and participate in regulatory and audit reviews to ensure business and client risks are identified and mitigated.
- Process inquiries and requests received in accordance with appropriate rules, regulations or procedures to meet service level agreements according to compliance and risk management.
- Assisted in designing and implementing new technology to enhance services and introduce new products.
MAINTENANCE AND CONTROL OFFICER
CIBC
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Reviewed reports from internal systems (e.g. COINS, ECIF, ICAP) daily and monthly, actioning items to ensure efficient maintenance and mitigate risk.
- Discharge collateral mortgages in a timely manner according to instructions provided by the branch and established policies and procedures to mitigate risk.
- Processed requests from branches to discharge security, validating information in accordance with outlined procedures to ensure compliance and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Advise branches of any discrepancies with registration or re-registration of security; act upon response from branch to mitigate risk.
- Update diary with new and renewal follow up dates for processing to ensure ongoing maintenance of the security. Process negotiable diary items received from branches as instructed.
- Prioritize and organize workload to ensure deadlines are met and items are processed according to policies procedures.
- Review mail boxes as instructed (e.g. PLC instructions) to classify, change indicator status for life and disability insurance, cancel or refund premiums.
- Process insurance cheque by applying it to the loan or client account as required to ensure latest current status.
- Assist in training new incumbents and/or temporary staff on procedures / guidelines to ensure transfer of knowledge and consistency in process.
- Recommended changes to existing processes and procedures, contributing to improved client satisfaction.
- Ensure adherence to procedures, policy and guidelines including privacy and codes of conduct responsibilities.
TRANSACTION PROCESSING OFFICER
CIBC
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Received and processed requests from internal and external clients for financial transactions (e.g. sending cables, IBPs, preparing drafts/money orders, transferring funds) to ensure timely execution.
- Process entries using multiple steps and involving unique situations (e.g. foreign exchange, corporate accounts) to ensure adjustments are posted directly to customer's accounts, operation centers or branches.
- Verify documentation on file to ensure accuracy (e.g. fax agreement, signatures, special handling instructions, available funds); create new client files using an in-house database system and ensure client service charges are calculated and charged appropriately.
- Remit and/or settle funds (e.g. cable, EFT, IDP, third party demands) using an in-house system to fulfill client requests.
- Escalate non-conforming requests or those requests exceeding dollar limits to appropriate areas for authorization.
- Monitored changes to products, services, rules, and regulations to ensure accurate document processing and conducted quality assurance checks for compliance.
- Strive to meet high customer service levels by processing incoming requests efficiently and in accordance with procedures and policies to meet Service Level Agreements.
- Prioritize and organize workload based on risk/severity and documents required to ensure deadlines are met according to policies and procedures and service level agreements.
- Train new incumbents and/or temporary staff on procedures and guidelines to ensure transfer of knowledge and consistency in process.
- Cross train in other positions to assist/provide support to other team members/area(s) of equal value in peak times or on a temporary basis to meet or exceed Service Level Agreements.
- Identified and recommended improvements to existing processes and procedures, enhancing client satisfaction through streamlined operations.
- Interpret exception items against procedures and escalate based on customer impact.
MAIL ROOM CLERK
MC DONALDS CANADA HEAD OFFICE
Toronto
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Handling incoming mail: Sorting and distributing incoming mail and packages to the correct departments or individuals.
- Processing outgoing mail: Preparing outgoing mail by weighing, applying postage, packaging, and completing necessary forms.
- Equipment operation: Using and maintaining mailroom equipment such as postage meters, mail sorters, and package scanners.
- Record keeping: Maintaining accurate logs of mail volume, shipping costs, and other mailroom activities.
- Inventory management: Keeping track of and reordering necessary mailroom supplies like stamps and envelopes.
- Coordination: Arranging pickups with postal services and other delivery vendors.
- Administrative tasks: Assisting with other office tasks such as scanning, filing, and data entry as needed.
- Confidentiality: Handling sensitive documents and packages with care and discretion.
INDUSTRIAL SAFETY OFFICER
UNILEVER & UPFIELD CANADA
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Report unsafe conditions, near misses, equipment malfunction, outbreaks etc. immediately to Health and Safety Manager.
- Ensure that management and employees, consultants, contractors, visitors adhere to site health and safety rules.
- Proactively identify and prevent hazardous situations related to processes and practices, equipment, materials and with the various machinery.
- Take necessary measures to eliminate the hazardous and risks within the organization.
- Coach and Organize training programs for employees on standard operating procedures, emergency response and safe work practices.
Education
POST GRAD DIPLOMA - ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
CENTENNIAL COLLEGE
TORONTO, CANADA01-2021
Bachelor of Science - EEE
RVR&JC College of Engineering
GUNTUR, A.P01-2018
Skills
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
- Risk Management
- Cloud security
- Cloud Platform Proficiency
- Vulnerability and Incident Management
- Data protection
- AML Compliance knowledge
Timeline
US IT RECRUITER
DENKEN SOLUTIONS
03.2026 - Current
CYBER SECURITY ANALYST
UNIFIED MENTOR
01.2026 - Current
BUSINESS ANALYST
CIBC
05.2024 - 08.2025
MAINTENANCE AND CONTROL OFFICER
CIBC
01.2024 - 05.2024
TRANSACTION PROCESSING OFFICER
CIBC
12.2021 - 12.2023
MAIL ROOM CLERK
MC DONALDS CANADA HEAD OFFICE
08.2021 - 12.2021
INDUSTRIAL SAFETY OFFICER
UNILEVER & UPFIELD CANADA
06.2020 - 08.2021
POST GRAD DIPLOMA - ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
CENTENNIAL COLLEGE
Bachelor of Science - EEE
RVR&JC College of Engineering