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Masood Ahemed

Masood Ahemed

IT Project/Program Manager, Scrum Master
Bangalore

Summary

Dual-Domain Project Manager | Aligning Software and IT Infrastructure Success

Seasoned Project Manager with 12+ Years of Expertise in Software Projects, IT Infrastructure, Security, and Java Programs, including Program Management and Scrum Master Leadership

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program Manager Independent Consultant

Nixsol Inc
Bangalore
09.2017 - Current

Presently deputed to Infosys, overseeing projects for AT&T as Scrum Master, Feb 2023- till date

  • Managing high-performing Scrum teams, facilitating Java, Microservice, and MuleSoft program deliveries for AT&T.

Deputed to Infosys, overseeing projects for Cisco Systems as Senior Project Manager , Sep 2017-Feb 2023.

  • As a Project Manager for multiple scrum teams, drove development and deployment of 13 automated features for esteemed client BofA.
  • Directed prestigious banking client's Cisco Unified Communication transformation, ensuring flawless collaboration across 50+ global stakeholders for UC and network automation projects. Exceptional stakeholder management displayed
  • Successfully delivered 20 Unified Communication Clusters programs, generating a total revenue of USD 4 million
  • As a leader of multiple teams, successfully oversaw the development and deployment of 13 features in the Bank's production environment, culminating in 2 major releases that generated USD 20 million in revenue

Senior Project Manager

Hewlett-Packard Limited (On Contract thru'AMK Systems)
Kua Lumpur
08.2015 - 07.2017

· Led transformation of 11 L1 applications in a DC project, involving 1,000+ CIs from multiple vendors.

· Strategized and executed complex Data Centre exit and decommission programs across APJ.

· Developed and implemented Oracle Exadata in a 24x7 uptime environment during legacy system migration.

· Led high-pressure SCRUM teams, delivering 11 intricate L1 application transition projects with minimal downtime.

· Managed SAP infrastructure transitions, transformations, upgrades, and migrations for Nokia factories in India and China.

· Established disaster recovery setups for Nokia GDC-India's L1 applications and implemented critical DR for Bangalore's data centers.

· Client: Nokia - Principal Project Manager for DC exit, new builds, IT and Application renewal across APAC, EMEA.

· Program Benefits: Achieved USD 3mil revenue, hosted 11 agile apps in production, built 9 Oracle DB farms, 2 Exadata clusters, and executed 2 SAP implementations.

Project Manager

IBM
Bangalore
05.2013 - 11.2014
  • Oversaw numerous IT Infrastructure Migration and Transformation projects for Westpac Banking Corporation, an IBM client in Australia.
  • Executed solutions for 400+ Configuration Items (CIs), directed P2V activities, and cultivated mid-range server applications using Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Senior Project Management Lead

Mphasis
Chennai
01.2010 - 03.2013
  • Orchestrated the transition of Data Centre, facilitating E2E Global Apps rollout to EUC workstations across 90+ countries.
  • Managed US and Global multiple messaging applications for HP's manufacturing and retail clients with a 20-member team.
  • Successfully executed global projects spanning the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Japan (APJ) regions.

Senior Associate (IT Officer)

Reliance Industries Limited
Navi Mumbai
08.2006 - 01.2010
  • · Oversaw the relocation of the Linux/Unix infrastructure to a RIL-owned data center, transitioning from a shared environment.
  • Managed the deployment of Oracle and SAP Business Objects modules for the overseas office of the international business development group.
  • Monitored and facilitated the implementation of disaster recovery protocols for essential applications within the new infrastructure configuration
  • Ensured prompt delivery of solutions for new initiatives within the IBD business unit of RIL Oil & Gas.
  • Supervised the development and implementation of information security policies and processes, leading to an enhanced security posture
  • Led the implementation of robust hardening processes and application security measures for data and applications.
  • Orchestrated the deployment of security measures including CCTV, biometrics, antivirus, VLAN configurations for information security, and conducted firewall audits.

Supervisor of Operations

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited
Goa
01.1999 - 07.2006
  • Collaborated on the automation of Goa Telecom's IT infrastructure and applications, encompassing BSS, Telecom Booking, Billing, Payments, CRM, ERP, and operational processes.
  • Contributed to the successful launch of a mini-data center, along with LAN, WAN, and Telecom applications, serving four towns, 80+ villages, and supporting a six-person call center.
  • Facilitated vendor coordination for BSS and OSS implementation.
  • Integral member of the ERP Implementation team.
  • Played a key role in customizing the SDLC for application development.

Education

Master of Science - Information Technology

Alagappa University
Tamil Nadu, India
05.2011 - 05.2013

MBA - Computer Systems Analysis

Alagappa University
Alagappa University
12.2006 - 05.2009

Post Graduate Diploma - Information Technology Project Management

Alagappa University
Tamil Nadu, India
05.2009 - 05.2010

Skills

Project Management

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Certification

Project Management Professional

Timeline

Program Manager Independent Consultant

Nixsol Inc
09.2017 - Current

Senior Project Manager

Hewlett-Packard Limited (On Contract thru'AMK Systems)
08.2015 - 07.2017

Project Manager

IBM
05.2013 - 11.2014

Project Management Professional

04-2013

Master of Science - Information Technology

Alagappa University
05.2011 - 05.2013

Senior Project Management Lead

Mphasis
01.2010 - 03.2013

Post Graduate Diploma - Information Technology Project Management

Alagappa University
05.2009 - 05.2010

MBA - Computer Systems Analysis

Alagappa University
12.2006 - 05.2009

Senior Associate (IT Officer)

Reliance Industries Limited
08.2006 - 01.2010

Supervisor of Operations

Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited
01.1999 - 07.2006
Masood AhemedIT Project/Program Manager, Scrum Master