Project/Program Manager

Introduction:

The candidate has over 26 years of experience in IT project management and scrum leadership, primarily in the banking, insurance, telecommunications, and software industries. With expertise in managing large-scale software development, integration, and migration projects, they have consistently delivered complex solutions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements (such as GDPR, PCI-DSS, and Basel), while optimizing operational processes. The candidate has successfully led cross-functional teams in Agile environments, coordinating closely with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and third-party suppliers, to ensure timely and accurate project delivery. Their technical expertise includes working with a variety of project management tools, including Microsoft Project, Jira, and Confluence, as well as a broad range of industry-standard technologies in database management, security, and cloud computing.

Responsibilities:

• Led Scrum teams to increase Agile maturity and improve delivery cycles and bug-fixing.
• Managed cross-functional teams of up to 30 members, including internal and external resources.
• Oversaw the migration of critical infrastructure systems, ensuring minimal downtime and smooth transitions.
• Coordinated with stakeholders to align project goals, manage risks, and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.
• Delivered complex software solutions while adhering to strict security, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
• Managed multi-phase projects from planning and analysis through testing and deployment stages.
• Implemented project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, and Visio for efficient tracking and reporting.
• Performed detailed gap analysis for IT processes, leading the integration of new solutions post-merger/acquisition.
• Managed certification processes for payment systems, ensuring compliance with PCI-DSS, EMV, and other industry standards.
• Led system migrations from on-premises infrastructure to cloud solutions such as AzureAD/EntraID.
• Directed the development and integration of critical applications in sectors like banking, telco, and insurance.
• Collaborated with security and IT teams to enhance system security and ensure compliance with international standards.
• Managed budget and resources effectively, ensuring project goals were achieved within specified timelines and costs.
• Identified and mitigated project risks, ensuring minimal impact on project timelines and delivery.