Project Manager Management

Ajay Pant

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Professional Summary

Technical Program/Senior Project Manager with 15+ years of global leadership in delivering complex, cross-functional IT initiatives. Expert in aligning technology strategies with business objectives, mitigating risks, and driving measurable results in cloud and storage environments. Proven ability to manage resources, facilitate stakeholder engagement, and navigate ambiguity to achieve key delivery milestones.

Core Competencies

• Core Competencies: IT Strategy & Governance, Digital Transformation & ERP Modernization, Agile, SAFe & Hybrid Project Delivery, Global Stakeholder Management, Financial Planning, Forecasting & Budgeting, M&A Integration & Change Leadership, Regulatory Compliance (NAIC, GDPR)

• Project & Collaboration Tools: MS Project, Teams, SharePoint, Visio, JIRA, Rally, Confluence, ServiceNow, AutoTask

• Product & Process: Agile, SAFe, ITIL, RUP (RUP@EC), SWOT & Business Case Analysis

• Infrastructure: Linux, Unix, OCI, AWS, VMware, Veeam, SonarQube, Docker, Kubernetes, LDAP, WebLogic, JBoss, Apache, Tomcat, RabbitMQ

• ERP & Enterprise Apps: Oracle Apps, IFS, PeopleSoft, Hyperion, SAP Interfaces

• Data & Reporting: Power BI, Informatica, OBIA, Oracle, MySql, DB2, Informix, TOAD, DevOps & CI/CD Pipelines: Jenkins, GitHub, Chef

• Languages & Frameworks: Java, Spring Boot, JSP, JSF, JSON, REST and SOAP WebServices, C/C++, PHP, Laravel, Angular, SQL Professional Experience

Genisys Group (Client: Latham Pools, Nasdaq Listed) Feb 2024 – Jul 2025 Application Development Manager Latham, NY

• Led IT operations across multi-platform legacy systems and ERP transitions (IFS) for Sales, Finance, Manufacturing, and CRM, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.

• Managed application support for critical platforms (Liferay, .NET, Hybris, Oracle Apps, SugarCRM) and Service Management via Autotask, emphasizing risk mitigation and quality assurance.

• Directed vendor relationships, procurement strategies, and cross-functional business case development for IT solutions, ensuring timely delivery of key initiatives.

• Collaborated with the CISO and executive leadership to mitigate risks and enhance service quality through continuous improvement strategies.

• Oversaw the creation of service documentation, roadmaps, and KPIs, promoting transparency and measurable business value. KK Software Plc (Client : Unum Group) Jul 2023 - Dec 2023 Senior Technical Project Manager Chattanooga, TN

• Directed data migration programs aligned with regulatory (NAIC) requirements, ensuring compliance through robust governance frameworks and proactive risk mitigation.

• Developed and maintained comprehensive project artifacts—including schedules, communication plans, and stakeholder engagement materials—using MS Project, Rally, MS Teams, SharePoint, and Confluence to ensure effective cross-functional collaboration.

• Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration by bridging technical teams and business leadership, driving initiatives that supported secure and innovative application developments.

Lava International Sep 2022 - Jun 2023

IT Consultant – Enterprise Applications Remote

•Led product and service delivery strategies involving hybrid cloud hosted HRMS, SAP integrations (VMware + AWS).

•Improved API reliability across Cake PHP and Laravel stacks; modernized Veeam-based storage architecture. Sopra Steria Feb 2014 - Jun 2022

Delivery Head – Benelux Region Noida, IN

• Built Benelux region from 0 to 100+ FTEs; managed ADM and infrastructure programs for clients incl. WIPO.

• Delivered enterprise solutions (PeopleSoft, Hyperion, Angular, Spring Boot); implemented OAuth2.0 & DevOps pipelines.

• Migrated several projects from waterfall to Agile; championed Scrum adoption across teams. Most of European Institute projects followed their custom RUP (RUP@EC) iterative methods for development and delivery. Sopra Steria Nov 2011 - Jun 2022

Presales Manager – European Institutions Noida, IN

•Led solutioning for AM/AD/IM proposals; conducted SWOT analyses and contract compliance for EU bids.

•Developed product marketing strategies, proposals, and RFP responses for cybersecurity and IT service management solutions.

•Drove win strategy across RFP lifecycle collaborating with delivery, legal, and financial teams. Sopra Steria Feb 2014 - Jun 2017

Service Delivery Manager – Midrange Services Deutsche Bank Noida, IN

•Established and managed 24x7 RtB and CtB teams in offshore; delivered Informatica/Java-based services.

•Managed IBM Remedy-driven support, ensuring SLA adherence and cost reductions through staffing optimization. Sopra Steria Nov 2009 - Oct 2011

IT Service/Change Manager - Lloyds TSB Noida, IN

•Established offshore ITIL-based service management processes, ensuring compliance with change and incident management protocols.

•Coordinated stakeholder communications on sensitive service matters with senior management. Sopra Steria 2003 - 2009

Technical Project Manager Noida, IN

•Delivered enterprise platforms (J2EE, WebSphere, Chordiant) and supported complex CRM/VoiceXML deployments.

•Ensured full lifecycle delivery, stakeholder alignment, and technology modernization across client portfolios. AT&T, Integware and DHL Couriers/ Jul 1996 - Feb 2003 IT Consultant Piscataway, NJ

• Worked on different assignment at AT&T ( Billing, FTSG Line optimization and MAWB – Materia Airway Bills and AT&T Natural Voice Systems), primarily on Java and XML tech.

Certifications & Education

Motilal Nehru NIT, Allahabad 1991

Masters, Computer Applications (MCA)

University of Garhwal 1988

M.Sc., Physics

University of Garhwal 1988

B.Sc.

Certification

• PMP:PMI (2023)

• PRINCE2 Practitioner:(2009)

• ITIL v3 Foundation:(2010)

• Certified in Cybersecurity (ISC2-CC)

• Cybersecurity Fundamentals – IBM SkillBuild:(2023)

• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundation Associate

• Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Associate

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