Authentication System Overhaul

Comprehensive security enhancement for 6 million consumer accounts

Florida Power & Light
2023 - Present
Product Owner

Project Overview

Led a comprehensive overhaul of FPL's authentication system, enhancing security for 6 million consumer accounts while simultaneously improving user experience and reducing friction in account access processes. This critical initiative balanced the need for robust security with user-friendly design.

The project encompassed both security enhancements and user experience improvements, implementing modern authentication standards including Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), One-Time Password (OTP) capabilities, and more stringent password policies while ensuring clear communication and smooth user flows.

This initiative directly supports FPL's digital transformation goals and customer growth strategy by providing a secure, accessible, and user-friendly authentication experience that scales with the expanding customer base.

Multi-Factor Authentication
Security Enhancement
User Experience
Account Security
Password Management

Security & UX Achievements

6 million accounts secured with MFA
OTP capabilities implemented
Enhanced password security protocols
Improved error messaging & flows

Authentication Enhancement Features

Multi-Factor Authentication
Enhanced account security implementation
  • • SMS-based verification codes
  • • Email authentication options
  • • Backup authentication methods
  • • Seamless MFA enrollment process
One-Time Password (OTP)
Secure temporary access capabilities
  • • Time-based OTP generation
  • • Secure delivery mechanisms
  • • Automatic expiration handling
  • • Fallback authentication options
Enhanced Password Security
Strengthened password policies and management
  • • Stronger password complexity requirements
  • • Password history enforcement
  • • Secure password reset flows
  • • Account lockout protection
Improved Error Messaging
Clear communication and user guidance
  • • Clear, actionable error messages
  • • Step-by-step recovery guidance
  • • Contextual help and support
  • • Reduced user confusion and frustration
User Experience Optimization
Streamlined authentication flows
  • • Simplified login process
  • • Intuitive password reset workflow
  • • Mobile-optimized interfaces
  • • Accessibility compliance improvements
Account Recovery Enhancement
Improved account recovery processes
  • • Multiple recovery method options
  • • Secure identity verification
  • • Automated recovery workflows
  • • Customer support integration

Security Architecture

Security Enhancements
Comprehensive security protocol implementation

Authentication Security

  • • Multi-factor authentication implementation
  • • Time-based one-time password (TOTP) support
  • • Secure session management
  • • Advanced encryption protocols

Password Security

  • • Enhanced complexity requirements
  • • Secure password storage (hashing/salting)
  • • Password history tracking
  • • Breach detection and response
User Experience Design
Balancing security with usability

Interface Improvements

  • • Clear authentication flow design
  • • Intuitive error message presentation
  • • Progressive disclosure of security features
  • • Mobile-responsive authentication forms

Recovery Processes

  • • Streamlined password reset workflow
  • • Multiple verification method options
  • • Self-service account recovery
  • • Escalation to customer support when needed

Implementation Benefits

Security Benefits
Enhanced protection for customer accounts

Account Protection

  • • Significantly reduced unauthorized access attempts
  • • Enhanced protection against credential stuffing
  • • Improved detection of suspicious activities
  • • Stronger defense against phishing attacks

Compliance & Standards

  • • Meeting industry security standards
  • • Regulatory compliance improvements
  • • Enhanced audit trail capabilities
  • • Risk mitigation for data breaches
Operational Benefits
Improved efficiency and customer satisfaction

Customer Experience

  • • Reduced friction in account access
  • • Clearer guidance for authentication issues
  • • Faster resolution of login problems
  • • Improved customer satisfaction scores

Support Efficiency

  • • Reduced customer support calls
  • • Self-service account recovery options
  • • Automated security incident handling
  • • Improved operational efficiency

Results & Impact

6M
Consumer Accounts Secured
Enhanced protection
MFA
Multi-Factor Authentication
Comprehensive implementation
OTP
One-Time Password
Secure access capability
Enhanced
User Experience
Improved flows & messaging

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This project demonstrates my ability to balance robust security requirements with excellent user experience design, implementing enterprise-scale authentication solutions that protect millions of customer accounts while maintaining usability and accessibility.