Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
Languages
Timeline
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Pranesh Gopalakrishna

Bengaluru
Pranesh Gopalakrishna

Summary

Strategic senior project manager with a proven history of delivering complex projects on schedule and within budget. Expertise in stakeholder management, resource allocation, and risk mitigation. Strong leadership abilities foster collaborative team environments that achieve project objectives.. Drives operational efficiency and business growth through innovative solutions..

Overview

26
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

FREELANCER

SR. PROJECT MANAGER
01.2025 - Current

Job overview

Key Project : -

Consolidated multiple data centre environments into a streamlined, centralised infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency.

Next Ventures Pvt Ltd ( Client - Technip )

SR. PROJECT MANAGER
06.2024 - 12.2024

Job overview

Key Projects : -

  • Directed management of cybersecurity projects, including DevSecOps, SAST, DAST, and pentesting initiatives.
  • Facilitated code remediation processes and tool evaluations for password vault and instant messaging platforms.
  • Oversaw preparation of POCs and comprehensive user documentation, including user guides and knowledge base articles.

EIT Services India Pvt Ltd/ DXC Technology
Bangalore

SR. PROJECT MANAGER
03.2022 - 06.2024

Job overview

Key Projects: -

  • Achieved successful IP remediation across global data centres, enhancing network reliability.
  • Delivered DNS migration to BlueCat efficiently, improving domain management.
  • Facilitated ServiceNow/CMDB+ migration to DXC PlatformX, optimising operational workflows and executing Checkpoint firewall BGP patching, strengthening security protocols.

AT&T Communication Services India Pvt Ltd
Bangalore

PROJECT MANAGER
12.2017 - 02.2022

Job overview

Key Project : -

Configured disaster recovery processes for backup servers and replaced obsolete network switches across a network of 500+ servers, utilising industry-standard tools and methodologies.

HPE/DXC Technology
Bangalore

PROJECT MANAGER
06.2012 - 11.2017

Job overview

Key Project: -

Upgraded Cisco ASA and Cisco Checkpoint firewall devices to current approved software versions as part of life cycle management programme, ensuring enhanced security protocols.

HP Global soft (P) LTD
Bangalore

SOLUTION ARCHITECT - AVAYA
06.2010 - 05.2012

Job overview

Key Project: -

Executed deployment of Avaya VoIP solutions at over 25 locations in the U.S., ensuring seamless integration and improved connectivity.

AVAYA India (Pvt) Ltd
Pune

TECHNICAL SUPPORT ENGINEER- LEVEL 3
06.2006 - 05.2010

Job overview

Key Project:

Configured Avaya EPABX and Modular Messaging systems remotely, resolved customer issues, and performed maintenance.

IBM Global services
Bangalore

SENIOR NETWORK ANALYST - VOICE
05.2005 - 05.2006

Job overview

Key Project: -

Configured Avaya EPABX and Modular Messaging systems and addressed customer issues.

Mind River
Bangalore

RESIDENT TELECOM ENGINEER
10.2004 - 04.2005

Job overview

Key Project: -

Configured Avaya EPABX and Modular Messaging systems for Symphony Services.

Zener Systems Pvt Ltd
Bangalore

INSTALLATION & FIELD SUPPORT TELECOM ENGINEER
06.2003 - 09.2004

Job overview

Key Project: -

Installed and serviced Aria and Legacy Avaya EPABX systems.

Reflect Business Machines
Bangalore

INSTALLATION & FIELD SUPPORT TELECOM ENGINEER
06.2000 - 05.2003

Job overview

Key Project: -

Installed and commissioned Aria EPABX systems and handled customer service calls.

Education

Symbiosis university
India

Post graduate diploma from Information technology
01.2010

A P S polytechnic
Karnataka, India

Diploma from electronics and telecom engineering
01.2000

University Overview

Board of Technical Education

Skills

  • Project management and planning
  • Risk assessment and budget oversight
  • Scope definition and agile methodologies
  • IT systems and architecture
  • Software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  • Cloud computing and DevSecOps
  • Cybersecurity awareness
  • Team leadership and motivation
  • Stakeholder engagement and resource allocation
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Effective communication and negotiation
  • Client relationship management
  • Collaboration techniques
  • Analytical problem-solving skills

Certification

  • Avaya certified specialist (ACS) in IP telephony Implement.
  • Avaya certified associate (ACA) in IP telephony Implement/maintenance.
  • ITIL V4 Certification
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

References

References available upon request.

Websites, Portfolios and Profiles

https://www.linkedin.com/in/praneshgopalakrishna

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Advanced
C1
Kannada
Advanced
C1
Tamil
Intermediate
B1
Marathi
Elementary
A2
Telugu
Elementary
A2

Timeline

SR. PROJECT MANAGER

FREELANCER
01.2025 - Current

SR. PROJECT MANAGER

Next Ventures Pvt Ltd ( Client - Technip )
06.2024 - 12.2024

SR. PROJECT MANAGER

EIT Services India Pvt Ltd/ DXC Technology
03.2022 - 06.2024

PROJECT MANAGER

AT&T Communication Services India Pvt Ltd
12.2017 - 02.2022

PROJECT MANAGER

HPE/DXC Technology
06.2012 - 11.2017

SOLUTION ARCHITECT - AVAYA

HP Global soft (P) LTD
06.2010 - 05.2012

TECHNICAL SUPPORT ENGINEER- LEVEL 3

AVAYA India (Pvt) Ltd
06.2006 - 05.2010

SENIOR NETWORK ANALYST - VOICE

IBM Global services
05.2005 - 05.2006

RESIDENT TELECOM ENGINEER

Mind River
10.2004 - 04.2005

INSTALLATION & FIELD SUPPORT TELECOM ENGINEER

Zener Systems Pvt Ltd
06.2003 - 09.2004

INSTALLATION & FIELD SUPPORT TELECOM ENGINEER

Reflect Business Machines
06.2000 - 05.2003

Symbiosis university

Post graduate diploma from Information technology

A P S polytechnic

Diploma from electronics and telecom engineering
Pranesh Gopalakrishna