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Pronob Shankar Paul

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Pronob Shankar Paul

Summary

Experienced Solutions Architect specializing in Microsoft 365 (M365) and Azure, dedicated to crafting and implementing cutting-edge solutions that elevate productivity and collaboration. Proficient in harnessing the full potential of the M365 suite, including SharePoint, Teams, and Power Platform, to drive business outcomes. Demonstrated success in delivering scalable, secure, and intuitive solutions customized to meet the distinct requirements of various organizations. Skilled in architecture design, tenant to tenant migration for SPO and OneDrive, migration, and implementation with a focus on optimizing M365 and Azure capabilities for enhanced efficiency and ROI.

  • Specialized in driving Digital Transformation, Pre-Sales support.
  • Expertise in Strategy, Technology & Engineering.
  • Proficient with European and US region.

Overview

14
years of professional experience
1
Certification
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Siemens Technology And Services Private Ltd

IT Solution Architect
2023.07 - Current (1 year & 2 months)

Job overview

1. Develop solutions in Microsoft 365 and Azure that align with business objectives and requirements.

2. Create architecture plans, considering scalability, security, and compliance.

3. Provide guidance and support during the implementation phase of projects.

4. Ensure solutions meet security and compliance standards, implementing necessary controls.

5. Diagnose and resolve issues related to Microsoft 365 and Azure solutions.

6. Optimize solutions for performance, cost, and efficiency.

7. Develop training materials and documentation for users and IT staff.

8. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions meet all requirements.

9. Stay updated with the latest Microsoft 365 and Azure technologies and best practices.

10. Provide technical support to customers and stakeholders

11.My responsibilities include issuing RFIs and RFPs to gather proposals from vendors, analyzing their solutions to identify the best fit, and ultimately selecting the optimal solution for the project.

12.Proficient in managing cross-tenant migrations for OneDrive

Barclays Global Service Centre

Assistant Vice President
2022.01 - 2023.07 (1 year & 6 months)

Job overview

1. Designing SharePoint and M365 solutions that meet business requirements and align with best practices.

2. Planning the infrastructure for SharePoint and M365, including server architecture, network configuration, and security settings.

3. Designing the information architecture for SharePoint and M365, including site structures, content types, and metadata.

Establishing governance policies and procedures for SharePoint and M365, including security, compliance, and usage policies.

5. Planning and executing migrations from older versions of SharePoint (like 2010) to M365, using tools like Sharegate to ensure a smooth transition.

6. Ensuring that SharePoint and M365 integrate effectively with other systems and tools used within the organization.

7. Providing training and support to end users and administrators on how to use SharePoint and M365 effectively.

8. Monitoring the performance of SharePoint and M365 environments and optimizing them for better performance and user experience.

9. Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to SharePoint and M365, including performance issues, security breaches, and user errors.

10. Keeping up to date with the latest developments in SharePoint and M365, including new features, updates, and best practices.

11.Play a key role in the vendor selection process by issuing requests for information (RFIs) and proposals (RFPs), evaluating proposed solutions, and recommending the optimal choice.

CSIR - Central Institute Of Mining And Fuel Research

Scientist
2021.08 - 2022.01 (5 months)

Job overview

1. Conducting in-depth analysis of large datasets to extract meaningful insights and identify patterns, trends, and anomalies.

2. Developing and implementing algorithms for data processing, cleansing, and transformation to enable effective analysis and modeling.

3. Building predictive models and machine learning algorithms to forecast trends, behavior, and outcomes based on historical and real-time data.

4. Creating visual representations of data through charts, graphs, and dashboards to communicate findings and insights to stakeholders.

5. Working closely with cross-functional teams, including data engineers, business analysts, and stakeholders, to understand business requirements, provide data-driven recommendations, and support decision-making processes.

Barclays Global Service Centre

Assistant Vice President of Operations
2018.10 - 2021.07 (2 years & 9 months)

Job overview

1. Designing SharePoint and M365 solutions that meet business requirements and align with best practices.

2. Planning the infrastructure for SharePoint and M365, including server architecture, network configuration, and security settings.

3. Designing the information architecture for SharePoint and M365, including site structures, content types, and metadata.

4.Establishing governance policies and procedures for SharePoint and M365, including security, compliance, and usage policies.

5. Planning and executing migrations from older versions of SharePoint (like 2010) to M365, using tools like Sharegate to ensure a smooth transition and proficient in managing cross-tenant migrations for OneDrive.

6. Ensuring that SharePoint and M365 integrate effectively with other systems and tools used within the organization.

7. Providing training and support to end users and administrators on how to use SharePoint and M365 effectively.

8. Monitoring the performance of SharePoint and M365 environments and optimizing them for better performance and user experience.

9. Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to SharePoint and M365, including performance issues, security breaches, and user errors.

10. Keeping up to date with the latest developments in SharePoint and M365, including new features, updates, and best practices.

Cognizant Technologies Solutions

Assistant Operations Manager
2015.05 - 2018.10 (3 years & 5 months)

Job overview

1. Analyzing customer requirements and proposing solutions that align with their business objectives.

2. Designing solutions and PoC's based on M365 and SharePoint capabilities to meet customer needs, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and compliant.

3. Conducting product demonstrations to showcase how M365 and SharePoint can address specific customer challenges.

4. Providing technical expertise on M365 and SharePoint architecture, features, and integration capabilities.

5. Developing proposals and technical documentation that clearly articulate the proposed solution, including architecture diagrams, implementation plans, and cost estimates.

6. Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, understanding their evolving needs, and identifying opportunities for upselling or cross-selling.

7. Collaborating with the sales team to develop sales strategies, qualify leads, and support the sales process.

8. Staying updated with industry trends, best practices, and competitive landscape related to M365 and SharePoint.

9. Providing training and knowledge sharing sessions for internal teams and customers to enhance understanding of M365 and SharePoint capabilities.

10. Providing support during the implementation phase and ensuring successful transition to the delivery team.

11. Identifying areas for improvement in the pre-sales process, solution offerings, and customer engagement to drive business growth.

Maintaining relevant certifications in M365 and SharePoint to demonstrate expertise and credibility

Wipro Technologies

Associate Consultant, Technology
2010.09 - 2015.05 (4 years & 8 months)

Job overview

1.Installing, configuring, and maintaining SharePoint servers and services to ensure optimal performance and availability.

Managing user access, permissions, and security settings to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.

3. Managing and organizing SharePoint content, including document libraries, lists, and pages, to ensure efficient storage, retrieval, and sharing of information.

4. Customizing SharePoint sites and pages to meet the organization's branding, layout, and functionality requirements.

5. Monitoring SharePoint performance, diagnosing and resolving issues, and implementing solutions to enhance system reliability and performance.

6. Implementing backup and recovery strategies to ensure data protection and minimize downtime in case of system failures or disasters.

7. Providing training and support to end users on SharePoint features, best practices, and troubleshooting techniques.

8. Integrating SharePoint with other systems and tools, and promoting collaboration and information sharing within the organization.

9. Implementing and enforcing SharePoint policies, governance, and best practices to ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulations.

10. Planning and executing SharePoint upgrades and migrations to newer versions or environments, ensuring minimal disruption to users and data.

Education

Birla Institute of Technology And Science , Pilani

Masters of Technology from Software Engineering
2011.01 - 2014.11 (3 years & 10 months)

The University of Burdwan , Bardhaman, India

Bachelor of Computer Applications from Computer And Information Sciences

Skills

  • Solutions Architect
  • Product Owner
  • Microsoft Azure
  • M365/ O365
  • SharePoint Online
  • M365 Migration/ Tenant to Tenant Migration / Cross Tenant Migration
  • Power Platform
  • Microsoft Forms
  • Azure DevOps
  • Good Communication and Writing Skills
  • Organization and Planning Skills

Certification

1. AZ 900 - Certified

2. IIMB - Story Telling

3. Microsoft SharePoint Certified

Languages

Hindi
Advanced (C1)
English
Advanced (C1)
Bengali
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

IT Solution Architect

Siemens Technology And Services Private Ltd
2023.07 - Current (1 year & 2 months)

Assistant Vice President

Barclays Global Service Centre
2022.01 - 2023.07 (1 year & 6 months)

Scientist

CSIR - Central Institute Of Mining And Fuel Research
2021.08 - 2022.01 (5 months)

Assistant Vice President of Operations

Barclays Global Service Centre
2018.10 - 2021.07 (2 years & 9 months)

Assistant Operations Manager

Cognizant Technologies Solutions
2015.05 - 2018.10 (3 years & 5 months)

Birla Institute of Technology And Science

Masters of Technology from Software Engineering
2011.01 - 2014.11 (3 years & 10 months)

Associate Consultant, Technology

Wipro Technologies
2010.09 - 2015.05 (4 years & 8 months)

1. AZ 900 - Certified

2. IIMB - Story Telling

3. Microsoft SharePoint Certified

The University of Burdwan

Bachelor of Computer Applications from Computer And Information Sciences
Pronob Shankar Paul