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Nizamuddin Gaffar

IAM/Project Manager
Chennai,TN

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven IAM Project Manager with 10+ years of experience in Identity and Access Management (IAM), specialized in Project management and SailPoint IDN. Proven expertise in delivering complex IAM projects, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring client satisfaction. Adept at aligning technical solutions with business objectives, driving operational efficiency, and maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Tower Lead Cybersecurity (IAM)/Project Manager

Tata Consultancy Services
Chennai, TamilNadu
08.2022 - Current

• Led the implementation, and deployment of SailPoint IdentityNow for a global enterprise, integrating with Active Directory, Flat file and Oracle systems.
• Managed a team of 15+ engineers, ensuring timely delivery of IAM projects within budget and scope.
• Conducted workshops with clients to gather requirements, design workflows, and implement role-based access controls (RBAC).
• Managed project timelines, resources, and budgets, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery of IAM solutions.
• Collaborated with clients to define project scope, deliverables, and success criteria, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Provided post-implementation support, including troubleshooting, system optimization, and user training.
• Utilizing tools (such as ServiceNOW, ITSM, SailPoint IdentityNow, One Identity, AD, JIRA) to track and progress and assign task
• Delivered a project enhancement suggestion that resulted in significant time and cost savings

IAM Specialist/RM

HCL Technologies
Chennai, TamilNadu
09.2018 - 08.2022

• Acted as the primary liaison between clients and internal teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals.
• Managed projects for enterprise clients, including scope definition, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Prepared and presented project status reports, risk assessments, and post-implementation reviews to senior stakeholders.
• Resolved client escalations promptly, maintaining a 96% client retention rate.
• Assisted customers in troubleshooting technical issues, providing exceptional customer service.
• Prepared detailed reports for management, highlighting project progress and areas of concern.
• Involved in design and implementation of SailPoint, configuring Active Directory, and Shared Folders
• Managed client requirements and configure SailPoint connectors for applications
• Developed custom workflows and connectors using BeanShell and REST APIs to integrate SailPoint IDN with enterprise systems like Active Directory, Azure AD, and SaaS applications
• Presented project status updates to customers and collected feedback for review
• Configured resource definitions by interacting with business analysts and other end users to resolve user requirements issues
• Administered user accounts and access controls using SailPoint IdentityNow and Active Directory, ensuring timely provisioning and de-provisioning of user accounts
• Assisted in the development of custom reports and dashboards to monitor access risks and compliance metrics
• Maintained comprehensive documentation of IAM processes and policies, ensuring clarity and consistency

Intermediate Client Representative

Pershing India|BNY Mellon
Chennai, TamilNadu
09.2015 - 02.2018

• Tri-Annual Security access review TSAR – Performed a key role in BFE owner’s/reviewers, to regularly review user access and any other modifications are implemented by the Access Management team in a reasonable timeframe
• Administration of user accounts across a wide range of platforms (Netx360, EMS, ASDS and Mainframe)
• Working with Incident Management (BMC Remedy 7) to analyze the tickets for root cause of the incident
• Gathered feedback from clients on their experiences working with organization and used this data to inform continuous improvement efforts.
• Responded and investigated security incidents, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
• Protected system information by correctly managing users and access profiles.
• Provided technical support and troubleshooting for IAM systems, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Collaborated with security teams to identify and mitigate access-related risks.
• Reduced access-related security incidents by 35% through proactive monitoring and policy enforcement.

Process Associate

Capgemini
Chennai, TamilNadu
11.2013 - 09.2015

• Assisted in the implementation of IAM solutions, including user provisioning, access certifications, and role management.
• Provided technical support to clients, resolving issues related to access management and system integration.
• Collaborated with senior engineers to design and test IAM workflows.
• Documented processes and created user guides for IAM systems.
• Improved client satisfaction scores through timely issue resolution and proactive communication.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

The New College
India
07.2010 - 05.2013

Skills

  • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Project Management (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)
  • SailPoint IdentityIQ Implementation & Administration
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Troubleshooting & Technical Support
  • Stakeholder Communication & Reporting
  • Project Management Tools: Jira, MS Project, Confluence
  • IAM Tools : SailPoint IDN, AD, ServiceNow, Remedy

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Tamil
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Tower Lead Cybersecurity (IAM)/Project Manager

Tata Consultancy Services
08.2022 - Current

IAM Specialist/RM

HCL Technologies
09.2018 - 08.2022

Intermediate Client Representative

Pershing India|BNY Mellon
09.2015 - 02.2018

Process Associate

Capgemini
11.2013 - 09.2015

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

The New College
07.2010 - 05.2013
Nizamuddin GaffarIAM/Project Manager