SHAMIM AHMED
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Seasoned Information Security Consultant with 15 years of experience in Privileged Access Management (PAM), Identity and Access Management (IAM), and Zero Trust security. Expertise includes designing and implementing CyberArk platforms, integrating Microsoft Entra ID and Active Directory, and leading enterprise migrations and security transformation programs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PAM Consultant
NBN Co
Melbourne
09.2022 - Current
- Designed and implemented enterprise CyberArk PAM architecture in highly available environments.
- Deployed Digital Vault, PVWA, CPM, PSM, PSM for SSH, PTA while integrating with Entra ID, Active Directory, LDAP, ServiceNow, Splunk, and MFA to enhance security posture.
- Onboarded Windows, Linux, databases, network devices, cloud platforms, service and application accounts.
- Developed privileged access governance framework, onboarding standards, and operational procedures, creating comprehensive technical documentation for consistent application.
- Administered and maintained Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) identities, groups, and administrative roles across hybrid and cloud environments.
Configured and managed Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR), and passwordless authentication.
Designed and implemented Conditional Access policies to enforce Zero Trust security principles and protect organizational resources.
Managed Microsoft Entra Connect synchronization between on-premises Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID, including troubleshooting synchronization issues.
Configured and administered Privileged Identity Management (PIM) for Just-in-Time (JIT) privileged access and role governance.
Information Security Consultant
Telstra
Melbourne
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Led design of enterprise CyberArk solution and initiated PAM uplift to enhance privileged access management.
- Led enterprise CyberArk solution design and PAM uplift initiatives.
- Integrated CyberArk with enterprise identity platforms and SIEM solutions to streamline security monitoring.
- Conducted architecture reviews, risk assessments, and stakeholder workshops to strengthen overall security posture.
- Administered and maintained Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) identities, groups, and administrative roles across hybrid and cloud environments.
Configured and managed Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR), and passwordless authentication.
Designed and implemented Conditional Access policies to enforce Zero Trust security principles and protect organizational resources.
Managed Microsoft Entra Connect synchronization between on-premises Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID, including troubleshooting synchronization issues.
Configured and administered Privileged Identity Management (PIM) for Just-in-Time (JIT) privileged access and role governance.
Information Security Consulting Manager / PAM Architect
Accenture Australia
Melbourne
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Led PAM strategy, solution architecture and delivery for enterprise customers.
- Prepared proposals, statements of work, governance documentation, and implementation plans to ensure alignment with client security objectives.
- Designed high availability CyberArk environments and disaster recovery solutions to enhance system resilience and minimize downtime.
Security Consultant / PAM Architect
Accenture Australia
Melbourne
08.2015 - 11.2019
- Delivered enterprise CyberArk deployments and credential migrations, ensuring compliance with security standards.
- Implemented password management and break-glass processes, establishing onboarding standards and enhancing privileged session management.
- Led comprehensive security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Developed and implemented security policies in alignment with industry standards and best practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate security measures into business processes.
Associate Security Consultant
Wipro Technologies
Noida
12.2013 - 06.2015
- Implemented CyberArk, BeyondTrust, and Delinea solutions to enhance security posture.
- Developed proof of concepts, infrastructure designs, and operational documentation to support deployment and adoption.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend security enhancements.
- Developed and implemented security policies, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Led incident response initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams to mitigate security breaches.
Security Specialist
HCL Technologies
Noida
07.2008 - 12.2013
- Monitored security systems, administered firewalls, responded to incidents, and onboarded privileged accounts to enhance security posture.
- Developed and implemented security protocols to mitigate risks across multiple environments.
- Conducted thorough investigations of security incidents, providing detailed reports and actionable insights.
- Collaborated with IT teams to ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science and Engineering
NorthCap University
Gurugram06-2008
Skills
PAM: CyberArk PAS, EPM, PTA, PVWA, CPM, PSM, PSM for SSH, Conjur, CCP, AIM, BeyondTrust, Delinea Secret Server
Security: Zero Trust, SIEM, Splunk, Qualys, MFA, RBAC, Least Privilege, Session Isolation, SSH Key Management, Secrets Rotation
Identity: Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD, Active Directory, LDAP, ADFS, Okta, SailPoint, ForgeRock, SCIM, SAML, OAuth
Privileged access governance
Security: Zero Trust, SIEM, Splunk, Qualys, MFA, RBAC, Privilege management, Isolation techniques, Key management, Secret rotation
Cloud: Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, REST APIs, PowerShell
Certification
- CyberArk Certified Delivery Engineer (CCDE)
- CyberArk Certified Sales Engineer
- Splunk Power User
- Splunk Administrator
Personal Information
- Citizenship: Australian Citizen
- Title: Information Security Consultant
- Nationality: Australian
Professional Highlights
- 15+ years of cybersecurity consulting and solution architecture experience.
- Enterprise CyberArk PAS, EPM, PTA, PSM, CPM, PVWA, Conjur and Secrets Management expertise.
- Delivered large-scale PAM implementations, upgrades, migrations and disaster recovery programs.
- Strong experience with Zero Trust, RBAC, least privilege, privileged session management and governance.
- Australian Citizen with consulting experience across Accenture, Wipro, HCL, Telstra and NBN Co.
Core Technical Skills
CyberArk PAS, EPM, PTA, PVWA, CPM, PSM, PSM for SSH, Conjur, CCP, AIM, BeyondTrust, Delinea Secret Server, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure AD, Active Directory, LDAP, ADFS, Okta, SailPoint, ForgeRock, SCIM, SAML, OAuth, Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, REST APIs, PowerShell, Zero Trust, SIEM, Splunk, Qualys, MFA, RBAC, Least Privilege, Session Isolation, SSH Key Management, Secrets Rotation, ISO 27001, NIST, SOX, GDPR, CIS Controls, Essential Eight
Professional References
Available upon request.
Detailed Technical Competencies
- CyberArk architecture
- Digital Vault hardening
- CPM policy management
- PSM session recording
- PSM for SSH
- Conjur secrets management
- Cloud integrations
- REST APIs
- PowerShell automation
- High availability
- Disaster recovery
- PAM governance
- Audit remediation
- Privileged account onboarding
- Service account lifecycle
- Password rotation
- SIEM integration
- ServiceNow workflows
Timeline
PAM Consultant
NBN Co
09.2022 - Current
Information Security Consultant
Telstra
09.2020 - 09.2022
Information Security Consulting Manager / PAM Architect
Accenture Australia
11.2019 - 09.2020
Security Consultant / PAM Architect
Accenture Australia
08.2015 - 11.2019
Associate Security Consultant
Wipro Technologies
12.2013 - 06.2015
Security Specialist
HCL Technologies
07.2008 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science and Engineering
NorthCap University