Project Manager Management
Resume:
Maria Pahis, PMP
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Agile Project Manager, PMP
SUMMARY:
Experienced (12 years) and results-driven Project Manager with a diverse background in managing complex projects. Adept at implementing Agile methodology to ensure successful project delivery. Exceptionally skilled in planning smooth application deployments. Proficient in facilitating Scrum ceremonies and fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams. Trained in AI solutions and experienced in integrating AI-driven technologies into project workflows. Known for strategizing and implementing initiatives to enhance and streamline processes. Proven track record of meeting project goals and deadlines while optimizing resource allocation and reducing project timelines.
CERTIFICATION:
●Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute.
●Certified Scrum Master, Scrum Alliance (in progress).
●Top 1% of all project managers per CEB, a Gartner company.
●Knowledgeable in AI and Machine Learning through IBM Watson and studies.
EXPERIENCE:
Pharmaceuticals distribution company 3/2021 - Present
Agile Project Manager
●Reduced project timelines from 7 years to 2.5 years without increasing staffing.
●Decreased project costs by $1 million through strategic planning and resource optimization.
●Managed complex IT projects using the Scrum methodology as well as Kanban, Waterfall, and SAFe. Utilized Jira, Confluence, and Microsoft Project.
●Conducted daily stand-up meetings. Groomed the backlog. Provided training on the minimum viable product. Planned work of Sprints with realistic completion targets. Help retrospectives and incorporated feedback to improve the team’s performance against delivery.
●Demonstrated superior interpersonal, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.
●Provided leadership and guidance to team members, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
●Conducted post-project evaluations and maintained open communication channels to resolve issues and mitigate risks.
Astellas Pharmaceuticals (contract employee) 1/2019 - 3/2021
Project/Cybersecurity Manager
●Successfully managed QRadar and Crowdstrike projects, meeting deadlines and objectives.
●Utilized Agile and Kanban for efficient project execution.
●Led cross-functional collaboration and conflict resolution to ensure project success.
●Oversaw cybersecurity deployment and customized software projects like AccessHub.
AXA Insurance (contract employee) 10/2018 – 3/2019
Data Protection and Security Program Manager
●Managed comprehensive program for application remediation during mergers, emphasizing pre-cloud migration data protection.
●Oversaw coordination and execution of data protection activities in mergers and cloud migration.
●Collaborated cross-functionally to align data protection with business goals and regulations.
●Developed strategies for data protection challenges in mergers, ensuring compliance.
●Provided leadership in remediation planning, risk assessments, and security controls implementation.
●Facilitated stakeholder communication and collaboration for consensus on data protection.
●Monitored program progress, identified risks, and implemented corrective actions.
●Managed reporting and documentation for stakeholders.
●Acted as subject matter expert on data protection, supporting project teams.
●Contributed to development of data protection policies and procedures for enhanced security and compliance.
BNY Mellon (contract employee) 1/2018-10/2018
Identity and Access Management (IAM) Project Manager
●Managed AccessHub project for enhanced security and access control.
●Led project development and implementation aligned with organizational objectives.
●Collaborated with teams to identify and mitigate project obstacles, ensuring timely delivery.
●Participated in regular meetings to address challenges and minimize delays.
●Utilized Scrum and Agile practices for transparent project execution.
●Gathered requirements, defined scope, and prioritized deliverables with stakeholders.
●Designed intuitive interfaces for enhanced user experience.
●Managed communication among multiple teams for project alignment.
●Developed project documentation for tracking progress and accountability.
●Provided leadership and guidance, fostering innovation and collaboration.
●Implemented best practices for quality standards and compliance.
●Contributed to Jira dashboards and Key Performance Metrics for continuous improvement.
NBCUniversal (contract employee) 1/2017-12/2017
AWS Cloud Product Manager / Program Manager
●Managed development of CloudFirst Global Platform, comprising service catalog, infrastructure automation, and AWS accounts.
●Owned backlog definition and prioritization, ensuring alignment with project goals.
●Incorporated User-Centered Design for positive user experience.
●Delivered training on minimum viable product (MVP) to stakeholders.
●Collaborated with Scrum Masters for sprint content and backlog grooming.
●Facilitated communication among teams with custom flows in Jira.
●Engaged with business teams for alignment with organizational objectives.
●Managed Qualys Endpoint Security deployment for platform security.
●Developed Jira dashboards for project progress tracking and improvement initiatives.
IBM (contract employee) 3/2015–1/2017
Transition and Transformation Manager
●Managed migrations of customers' Data Centers to IBM Data Centers.
●Ensured on-time, within-budget delivery meeting high-quality standards.
●Collaborated with project account teams to define objectives and success criteria.
●Developed and maintained project budgets, negotiating vendor discounts.
●Met customer requirements, expanding work scope as needed and reducing risks.
●Created detailed project plans, tracked progress, and managed resources.
●Conducted human resource planning and managed partner engagements.
●Communicated effectively with stakeholders for transparency and alignment.
●Improved team relationships, proposed innovative solutions, and negotiated deliverables.
●Gathered project information, developed RACI charts, and engaged in negotiations.
●Presented project updates to C-suite management and provided SLA feedback.
●Took proactive measures to mitigate risks and drive issue resolution.
●Managed project meetings and conducted Lessons Learned sessions.
●Provided feedback for process improvement and led best practice initiatives.
JPMorgan Chase 3/2014–3/2015
IT Project Manager
●Managed IT projects for Back Office and Middle Office Operations using Agile.
●Led application project planning and coordination with IT Operations.
●Orchestrated a 12-month Middle Office system upgrade with over 90 global team members.
●Gathered and documented specifications, testing requirements, and acceptance criteria from global teams.
●Contributed to management of distributed Eagle STAR Back Office accounting system.
●Facilitated test environment creation using the Application Backbone (ABB) Platform-as-a-Service.
American Data Services 1/2008 – 3/2014
IT Project Manager / Scrum Master
Multiple clients including JPMorgan Chase, UBS, Credit Suisse, Fedex
●Managed software development and infrastructure projects with waterfall, Scrum, and Kanban.
●Spearheaded gathering and documentation of project requirements into actionable specifications.
●Defined and managed project cost, scope, schedule, and quality.
●Developed and executed project communication plans for collaboration.
●Created detailed project plans, including dependencies, milestones, and Gantt charts.
●Crafted runbook instructions for migration events.
●Managed projects through all phases of the SDLC.
●Facilitated release and sprint planning sessions using Scrum.
●Known for fostering collaboration across departments.
●Developed KPIs and quality management practices for project satisfaction.
●Gathered end-user requirements for application enhancement projects.
●Managed installation of intrusion detection and prevention systems.
●Handled operational support queue for applications.
●Proficient in tools like Jira, Mural, Git, and Slack.
EDUCATION:
●Bachelor of Engineering, The City College of The City University of New York
●Business Administration, The Entrepreneurial Center
●Post-Baccalaureate Programs in Computer Science, Columbia University’s and New York University’s School of Continuing Education
Achievements:
●Ranked Third in Department at Graduation
●Graduated Magna Cum Laude
●Member of Tau Beta PI, Omega Chi Epsilon, National Engineering Honor Society
Skills:
Change Management, Roadmap Development, Problem-Solving, Budget Management, Environmental Promotion, Deployment Leadership, Gap Identification, Task Completion Assurance, Requirement Collaboration, Cultural Development, Awareness Maintenance, Prioritization Demonstration, Development Experience, Tool Proficiency, Development Validation, Program Management, Assessment Proficiency, Leadership, Translation Demonstration, Delivery Track Record, Strong Skills, Collaborative Effectiveness, Standard Knowledge, Mitigation Ability, Lifecycle Experience, Management Track Record, Expertise Demonstration, Technology Experience, Time management, Budgeting, Adaptability, Organization, Conflict management, Negotiation, Project management software, Collaboration, Project scheduling, Team management, Analytical skills, Organizational skills, Project planning, Creativity.
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