Identity & Access Management
IAM strategy, roadmaps, governance models, MFA, SSO, and B2B/B2C identity across enterprise environments.
- Microsoft Entra ID
- SailPoint
- CyberArk
About me
Hi, I'm Laxman Paudel.
A Security Architect with over a decade of experience in IT, cybersecurity, identity, and cloud security — and a lifelong habit of learning by building.
My professional background
Led enterprise-scale, multi-million-dollar security initiatives across Identity and Access Management (IAM), Zero Trust, Privileged Access Management (PAM), and cloud security. Expertise includes MFA, SSO, B2B/B2C identity, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), data classification, vulnerability management, risk management, and certificate lifecycle management.
Experience delivering security solutions aligned with industry frameworks including SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIST CSF, and RMF. Trusted advisor to stakeholders, working with vendors and cross-functional teams to implement scalable, compliant, and business-aligned security architectures.
Over the past decade I’ve worked across a range of IT roles in both public and private sector organizations, gaining experience in cybersecurity, cloud technologies, architecture, governance, and digital transformation. Hands-on delivery with Microsoft Entra ID, SailPoint, and CyberArk sits alongside the strategy work — defining IAM roadmaps, and establishing policies, standards, and governance models.
Technology evolves rapidly, and I believe continuous learning is one of the most important skills any professional can develop. Passionate about advancing AI security, strengthening cloud governance, and building practical, resilient security architectures that evolve with emerging threats and technologies.
Expertise
Where I go deep
Cloud & Security Architecture
Scalable, compliant architectures for complex cloud and hybrid enterprise environments.
- Zero Trust
- PAM
- Cloud Governance
Data Security & Governance
Data Loss Prevention, data classification, and certificate lifecycle management at enterprise scale.
- DLP
- Classification
- CLM
Risk & Compliance
Security programs aligned to recognized industry frameworks and audit expectations.
- SOC 2
- ISO 27001
- PCI DSS
- NIST CSF
- RMF
Certifications
- CISSPCertified Information Systems Security Professional
- CCSPCertified Cloud Security Professional
- TOGAFThe Open Group Architecture Framework
- ITILIT Infrastructure Library v4
- VCP-DCVVMware Certified Professional — Data Center Virtualization 2022
Beyond technology
Mountains overshopping malls.
Outside of work I’m passionate about health, fitness, and community building. You’ll usually find me choosing trails, forests, and outdoor adventures — running, hiking, and climbing keep me energized and inspired.
I’m naturally curious and enjoy learning how things work. That curiosity has led me through technology, fitness, travel, leadership, and countless side projects.
Running & Endurance
Numerous marathons and ultramarathons completed. Founded a running club and volunteered as a coach, mentoring over 1,000 runners — from first-time 5K finishers to ultramarathon athletes.
Coaching & Community
What I enjoy most isn't the races themselves — it's seeing people discover what they're capable of achieving.
Travel & Perspective
Travels across Asia, Europe, and North America have given me stories, experiences, and friendships that continue to shape who I am.
Building Things
Whether it's designing AI agents, solving security challenges, coaching runners, or renovating a home, I enjoy building things that create value.
1,000+
Runners coached & mentored
3
Continents travelled & lived
18+
Years across IT and security