Project Manager Program
Resume:
NEERAJ KUMAR
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************@*****.***
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/neeraj-kumar-38aa65107/
Address
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Trenton, New Jersey
Status
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Permanent Resident (Green Card)
Senior IT Project Manager: Business Function Transformation & Product Management
Summary
Experienced Project Director with a strong background in the IT sector, specializing in business transformation and IT security solutions. Successfully led projects such as developing an AI-driven phishing email detection system (Cyber Security Domain) and launching a comprehensive IT solution for personal loan processing and money transfer (FinTech Domain) including AI based fraud detection system. Skilled in optimizing software lifecycles and enhancing operational efficiency, aiming to leverage expertise to drive successful project outcomes in a Project/Program Manager role.
Skills
•Management Skills: Business Process Reengineering, Vendor Management, Leadership Capabilities, Operational Efficiency, End-To-End Solutioning, Resource/Cost Optimization, Transformation Solution, Software Lifecycle Management, People Management.
•Technical Skills: Software Optimization, AI Integration, Cyber Security, Technical Architecture, MySQL, Agile Methodology (Jira/Confluence), Scripting/Reporting – XLS/PDF, Python/Django, QA & Testing, IAM, Cybersecurity, Tableau, Power BI.
Professional Experience
Sr. Program Manager at NBA (National Basketball Association) New York NY (July 2025-Present)
Description: Enterprise Systems Transformation
Led the implementation of a new Hyperion Planning cloud instance for the Finance department, resulting in a 25% reduction in budgeting cycle time and improved forecasting accuracy. Led the implementation of a new Hyperion Planning cloud instance for the Finance department, resulting in a 25% reduction in budgeting cycle time and improved forecasting accuracy.
Led risk prioritization efforts and designed remediation workflows to address high-impact vulnerabilities efficiently.
Designed and implemented SaaS-specific security controls to mitigate risks, such as data loss prevention (DLP) and access controls.
Managed a cross-functional team of developers, business analysts, and end-users throughout the Agile project lifecycle (sprints, backlog management).
Oversee the creation and maintenance of SDLC artifacts, including project plans, requirements documents, design specifications, test plans, and user manuals.
Developed and maintained project plans, budgets, and timelines, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
Ensure business requirements are accurately captured, documented, and translated into technical specifications for development teams.
Conducted vendor risk assessments for third-party SaaS providers, ensuring compliance with contractual security obligations.
Managed project timelines, dependencies, and resource allocation using tools like Jira.
Guide and facilitate the SDLC process from inception through implementation and maintenance, ensuring adherence to Agile methodologies.
Designed and implemented data integrations using Oracle Data Integrator to streamline data flow between Hyperion Planning and the company's ERP system.
Conducted data quality assessments and implemented data cleansing techniques to ensure data integrity.
Manage the Agile project lifecycle, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
Developed and delivered comprehensive user training sessions, facilitating a smooth user adoption of the new EPM system.
Utilize Agile project management and SDLC tools, such as JIRA, Confluence, and Git, to manage project artifacts, track progress, and facilitate collaboration.
Monitored project progress, identified and mitigated risks, and implemented contingency plans to maintain project scope.
Created dashboards and reports using Jira or Excel to track progress, risks, and remediation efforts.
Identified bottlenecks and vulnerabilities in processes and introduced solutions to optimize security operations.
Provided clear and concise communication and status updates to stakeholders at all levels.
Successfully migrated legacy on-premise Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) application to Oracle Cloud HFM, ensuring seamless continuity of financial consolidation processes.
Successfully migrated legacy on-premise Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) application to Oracle Cloud HFM, ensuring seamless continuity of financial consolidation processes.
Sr. Technical Project Manager at Ekvayu Tech (Uttar Pradesh, India) (Aug’23 To May’25)
Description: Developed the product for detection of ‘Phishing Email’ using browser plugin.
Established robust IT solutions through Software Lifecycle Management, enhancing product security and reducing vulnerabilities
Automated manual data consolidation and reporting processes for vulnerability and project metrics, reducing monthly reporting time by 10+ hours through the implementation of macros and dynamic templates.
Created compelling visual narratives and storyboards to translate technical project details—including cybersecurity risks and IAM frameworks—into clear, actionable business insights.
Developed and maintained complex technical documentation, including system design specifications, process workflows, and user acceptance test (UAT) plans, utilizing advanced formatting and style guides.
Developed and implemented a comprehensive cybersecurity framework aligned with NIST CSF and ISO 27001, successfully leading the organization through its first ISO 27001 certification audit.
Built and published a suite of Tableau workbooks for real-time project tracking, providing stakeholders with self-service analytics on sprint velocity, budget burn-down, and milestone progress.
Directed the development of a Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) framework, streamlining user provisioning and de-provisioning, which reduced access-related help desk tickets by 40%.
Developed interactive KPI dashboards for cybersecurity metrics, including vulnerability trends and remediation SLAs, enabling stakeholders to perform root cause analysis and track program effectiveness.
Developed an AI-driven solution for automated phishing email detection, achieving a 93% detection rate
Led a team of 4 analysts in the development and execution of an organization-wide incident response plan, reducing average response time by 50% and minimizing business impact.
Completed a comprehensive software solution, optimizing existing software and managing product support to improve efficiency using Agile Methodologies (Jira/Confluence).
Built the project using Python, ReactJS, and MySQL on an on-premise server, ensuring robust performance and reliability
Sr. Technical Project Manager at VBharat Fintech (Uttar Pradesh, India) (Aug’22 - Jul’23)
Description: Spearheaded the development and launch of IT solution for personal loan processing.
Designed and built a comprehensive IT solution to manage the personal loan lifecycle, resulting in improved processing efficiency and customer satisfaction
Architected and optimized data models in Power BI using Direct Query to live SQL databases, ensuring reporting accuracy and reducing data refresh times by over 50% for large-scale project data.
Streamlined the creation of policy and procedure documents for the cybersecurity and IAM programs, implementing version control and collaborative review cycles for enterprise-wide distribution.
Performed in-depth data analysis on large datasets from Jira and security scanners to identify trends in team velocity, vulnerability aging, and remediation efforts, informing data-driven strategic decisions.
Designed and facilitated interactive stakeholder workshops and sprint reviews using advanced PowerPoint features (Morph, Designer) to drive alignment and decision-making.
Transformed complex financial and operational data from ERP and planning systems into intuitive Tableau storyboards, facilitating data-driven strategic reviews and executive decision-making.
Governed the Privileged Access Management (PAM) program, enforcing principles of least privilege and just-in-time access for critical systems, successfully passing internal and external security audits.
Integrated modules for application processing, automated money disbursal, and secure payment collection, ensuring seamless data flow and functionality, which led to a reduction in processing time and errors
Secured and integrated payment gateways for automated disbursal and collection, providing a scalable framework for future product offerings, which enhanced transaction security and scalability
The tech stack included Python/Django (backend), ReactJS (frontend), MySQL (database), and AWS for cloud hosting.
Sr. Technical Project Manager at Risein Tech (Uttar Pradesh, India) (Aug’20 - Aug’22)
Description: Optimization of the Fintech product used for ‘Money Transfer & Bill Payment’.
Re-engineered business processes for fintech start-ups, developing metrics to track performance and identify issues, resulting in smoother execution and improved operational efficiency
Integrated an AI algorithm, which improved fraud detection accuracy and enhanced authorization protocols for suspicious transactions, leading to increased security.
Automated manual financial and operational reporting by building dynamic Power BI reports with DAX calculations, eliminating 20+ hours of monthly manual effort and providing self-service analytics to business units.
Led the strategic deployment of cloud security posture management (CSPM) and cloud security workload protection platforms (CWPP), securing a multi-cloud (AWS, Azure) environment and auto-remediating critical misconfigurations.
Automated the generation of recurring project status and audit reports using Word mail merge, integrating data from Excel and Jira to ensure accuracy and reduce manual effort.
Optimized large-scale data sources and implemented advanced calculations (LOD expressions) in Tableau to enhance performance and enable deep-dive analysis into security incidents and project bottlenecks.
Created interactive, drill-down dashboards for stakeholder reviews, enabling real-time analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs) related to project health, security posture, and operational efficiency.
Developed and delivered high-fidelity executive-level presentations and dashboards for C-suite and board members, effectively communicating complex technical strategies, project status, and ROI.
Established and automated identity governance processes, including access certifications and segregation-of-duties (SoD) controls, ensuring continuous compliance with SOX and ISO 27001 standards
Managed and optimized the software lifecycle, leading to improved performance and reduced errors in the system
Established robust IT solutions to ensure the security of product offerings, including optimization and compliance.
Built the project on a PHP/MySQL stack and deployed it on AWS, ensuring scalability and reliability of the product
Senior Consultant at TATA Consultancy Services (Uttar Pradesh, India) (Sep’18 - Jul’20)
Description: Digitization of the Land registration process
Developed a complex workflow management system to migrate, unify, and streamline land registration-related data from different offices into a centralized system.
Managed third-party security risk by establishing a vendor risk assessment program, evaluating over 15 SaaS providers to ensure compliance with contractual security obligations and data protection standards
Evaluated potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to ensure project success and compliance.
Engaged clients effectively to understand their needs, build rapport, and enhance service satisfaction.
Coordinated cross-functional projects from inception to completion, ensuring timelines and objectives were met, which improved team collaboration and project delivery efficiency
Formulated strategic plans that aligned organizational goals with operational capabilities, leading to sustainable growth and enhanced operational efficiency
Senior Consultant at TATA Consultancy Services (Uttar Pradesh, India) (Dec’09 - Aug’18)
Description: Transformed the passport issuance process from a paper-based to a fully digitized system.
Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals and foster a collaborative working environment.
Coordinated project planning efforts to ensure timely delivery and alignment with organizational objectives.
Implemented Agile methodologies to enhance project efficiency and adaptability to changing requirements.
Facilitated effective stakeholder communication to ensure alignment and transparent progress updates throughout projects.
Managed budget oversight to optimize resource allocation and maintain financial accountability.
Assessed and mitigated risks to safeguard project outcomes and enhance overall operational resilience.
Consultant at TATA Consultancy Services (Uttar Pradesh, India) (Jan’05 - Nov’09)
Description: Digitized the company registration and compliance-related filing processes.
Coordinated project timelines to ensure timely completion of deliverables while adhering to defined milestones.
Oversaw budget management processes to track expenditures and optimize resource allocation for project success.
Directed team leadership initiatives to cultivate a motivated and high-performing team environment.
Executed risk assessments to identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies accordingly.
Consultant at TATA Consultancy Services (New Jersey, USA) (Feb’99 – Dec’04)
Description: Container Movement Project for P&O NL.
Developed and deployed software for the optimization of the berthing of containers in ships to optimize cost.
Developed and deployed a solution to optimize the sea routes for container movement
Rolled out the solution worldwide for PONL operations.
Assistant Consultant at TATA Consultancy Services (Kentucky, USA) (Feb’96 – Feb’99)
Description: Service Management for General Electric Appliances.
Implemented software to manage warranty services of appliances, taking 20% less time than the planned time of servicing.
Reduced defect fix turnaround time reported in the software application by 25%.
Developer at TATA Consultancy Services (Jul’94 - Feb’96)
Description: Worked on different projects related to ERP.
Assistant Engineer at National Building Construction Corporation (Jan’92 - Jul’94) Description: Worked in the development of a software package for a construction company.
Noteworthy Accomplishments:
oCertificate of Special Achievement from MS Sushma Swaraj, Minister of External Affairs, Government of India, in 2017 for the Passport Seva Project.
Certifications:
Project Management Professional (PMP) (Certificate No 186439) from the Project Management Institute since 13- Apr-2004.
Project Management Methods from Universities 21 Global, Singapore, in 2007.
Educational Qualifications:
Bachelor of Technology (Civil Engineering) from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India (1987- 1991).
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