Rushikesh Kakuste
IAM & PAM Lead | Expert in SailPoint, OneIdentity, CyberArk & CA PAM | Stakeholder Management | Automating Identity Lifecycles & Risk Compliance | IGA Specialist
- Role
- Identity Access Management at Tata Consultancy Services
- Location
- Pune, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Rushikesh Kakuste
I lead the defense of enterprise identities by bridging the gap between complex IAM/PAM architectures and strategic business growth.With over 6 years of experience at Tata Consultancy Services, I specialize in designing and overseeing robust Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) frameworks. My core focus is transforming manual, high-risk processes into automated, secure workflows that fortify organizational security.Core Areas of Expertise:Identity Governance (IGA): End-to-end implementation and management of SailPoint and One Identity.Privileged Access (PAM): Securing critical assets using CyberArk and CA PAM.Cloud Identity: Advanced administration of Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD).Strategic Leadership: Leading high-performance teams to deliver complex J-M-L (Joiner-Mover-Leaver) automation and migration projects.Beyond technical implementation, I leverage Data Analytics (Power BI & Tableau) to provide stakeholders with actionable insights into risk posture and compliance. I am a firm believer in continuous mentorship and operational excellence, ensuring that security is not just a checkbox, but a business enabler. Technical Toolkit:Tools: SailPoint, CyberArk, Entra ID, CA PAM, RSA Aveksa, RSA Archer.Strategy: User Lifecycle Management, Risk & Compliance, Team Leadership.Analytics: Power BI, Tableau, PL/SQL.
Experience
Identity Access Management
Jun 2019 — Present · Pune, IN
Identity and Access Management (IAM)Expertise in managing end-to-end IAM operations, including provisioning, de-provisioning, and access control processes.Ensured adherence to security protocols and compliance standards (e.g, SOX, GDPR).Hands-on experience with IAM tools such as RSA Aveksa, CA PAM, CyberArk, MyAccess, and Microsoft Azure AD.Developed and implemented IAM workflows to improve efficiency and reduce security risks.Monitored and resolved IAM incidents, ensuring minimal downtime and data protection.• Data AnalysisProficient in collecting, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets to extract actionable insights.Skilled in tools like Microsoft Excel (advanced), Power BI, Tableau, and SQL.Delivered reports and dashboards that enhanced decision-making and operational performance.Conducted root-cause analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and areas for process improvement.Aware with Python and R for statistical modeling and data visualization.• Team Leadership• Quality Assurance• Training and Development• Client Relationship Management• Shift Rostering and Resource Planning• Multilingual Proficiency• Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking• Communication and Collaboration
Education
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Master of Arts - MA
R. C. Patel Institute of Technology, Shirpur
Bachelor of Engineering - BE
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