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RAGHU RAM BHIMRAO

Hyderabad

Summary

Dynamic Senior Manager with extensive experience at Cognizant, specializing in IAM and cybersecurity. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and achieve compliance. Skilled in strategic planning and resource allocation, successfully delivering high-quality results while fostering strong client relationships. Expertise in SAP and Agile methodologies drives project success.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Manager / Technical Program Manager

Cognizant
Hyderabad
12.2018 - Current
  • Company Overview: A multinational technology company specializing in IT services and consulting
  • Led a Google Play Protect program with 400 global resources to analyze and mitigate malware in Android applications
  • Guided onshore/offshore teams through security testing processes, malware analysis, and vulnerability reporting
  • Implemented delivery excellence protocols and quality controls, improving threat detection rates and ensuring on-time, high-quality deliverables
  • Oversaw innovation initiatives and regular status reporting to client executives
  • A multinational technology company specializing in IT services and consulting
  • Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
  • Consistently met or exceeded annual performance targets set by senior leadership.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
  • Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
  • Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.

Senior Manager / Technical Program Manager

Cognizant
Hyderabad
12.2018 - Current
  • Company Overview: A multinational technology company specializing in IT services and consulting
  • Managed a multi-year IAM program for Novartis, including an OIM upgrade on RHEL 7 and an Active Directory transformation project
  • Turned around a previously behind-schedule OIM upgrade to successful completion by re-aligning scope and timelines
  • Ensured the upgraded IAM systems met compliance requirements and improved access governance
  • A multinational technology company specializing in IT services and consulting
  • Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.

Senior Manager / Technical Program Manager

Cognizant
Hyderabad
12.2018 - Current
  • Company Overview: A multinational technology company specializing in IT services and consulting
  • Directed the end-to-end deployment of Armis across 6 global data centers for Booking.com
  • Coordinated integration of Armis with enterprise tools including ServiceNow, CrowdStrike, Nessus, JAMF, Active Directory, ClearPass, and SIEM solutions
  • Achieved a successful on-time go-live, providing the organization with comprehensive asset visibility
  • A multinational technology company specializing in IT services and consulting
  • Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
  • Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.

AML Domain Expert / Project Manager

NICE Actimize
Newyork
02.2014 - 12.2018
  • Company Overview: A leading provider of financial crime, risk, and compliance solutions
  • Led a multi-year, multiphase Anti-Money Laundering – AML compliance program for JPMorgan Chase
  • Managed cross-functional teams to implement Actimize AML solutions addressing regulatory consent order requirements
  • Defined project roadmaps and delivered system enhancements that improved detection of suspicious activities
  • A leading provider of financial crime, risk, and compliance solutions
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.

SAP BW Principal Consultant

Marvel InfoTech
Virginia
10.2012 - 01.2013
  • Company Overview: An IT services company providing consulting and solutions
  • Led the implementation of a new SAP Business Warehouse solution for a manufacturing client
  • Gathered requirements and defined project scope for integrating COPA and SD data cubes and reports
  • Developed project plans and managed the execution of ETL and data modeling tasks
  • An IT services company providing consulting and solutions
  • Managed large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results on complex assignments.
  • Built strong relationships with clients, fostering long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Facilitated change management initiatives, helping organizations adapt smoothly to new systems and processes.
  • Delivered exceptional presentations for C-level executives, showcasing project progress and results.

SAP BW/HANA Consultant

Utopia Inc
Chicago
02.2012 - 08.2012
  • Company Overview: An IT consulting company specializing in SAP solutions
  • Established the SAP HANA/BW practice for Utopia Inc
  • Installed and configured SAP HANA in a multi-tenant cloud environment
  • Led proof-of-concept projects demonstrating advanced analytics capabilities
  • An IT consulting company specializing in SAP solutions
  • Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
  • Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
  • Developed innovative strategies for clients, resulting in increased revenue and business growth.
  • Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Assisted clients in navigating complex industry challenges with strategic recommendations.
  • Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.
  • Conducted thorough market research and analysis, providing valuable insights for client decisionmaking.
  • Streamlined internal processes to enhance team efficiency and improve overall project outcomes.
  • Collaborated with teams to define, strategize, and implement marketing and web strategies.
  • Designed tailored training programs for employees at various levels within the organization, boosting overall skillsets.
  • Enhanced communication among team members to foster collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Identified areas of improvement for clients'' operations, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.

Manager of Applications & Support

Alloy Media & Marketing
Newyork
06.2000 - 01.2012
  • Company Overview: A media and marketing company focused on Generation Y consumers
  • Managed development and support of enterprise applications for a leading media and marketing company
  • Oversaw the Oracle E-Business Suite R12 financial system and CRM integrations
  • Ensured high availability and alignment with business needs
  • A media and marketing company focused on Generation Y consumers
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.

Education

Master of Science - Computers

Fairleigh Dickinson University
NewJersey, USA
05.2002

Skills

  • Active Directory
  • Agile
  • AML
  • ASPNET
  • Big Data
  • CIS
  • CRM
  • Cybersecurity
  • E-Business
  • EDR
  • ERP
  • ETL
  • Hadoop
  • HANA
  • IAM
  • IoT
  • ISO 27001
  • ITSM
  • jamf
  • KYC
  • Marvel
  • Nessus
  • Okta
  • Oracle ERP
  • PMI
  • PMO
  • PMP
  • RHEL
  • Salesforce
  • SAP
  • SAP BW
  • SAP HANA
  • Scrum
  • ServiceNow
  • SiEM
  • SOX
  • Waterfall
  • Oracle E-Business Suite
  • Gmail
  • Operations management
  • Resource allocation
  • Talent development
  • Strategic planning
  • Team development
  • Team building
  • Problem-solving
  • Data analytics
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Operations planning

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute
  • Professional Scrum Master (PSM), Scrum.org
  • CyberArk Certified Trustee, CyberArk
  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), Microsoft
  • SAP Certified Application Associate, SAP

Personal Information

Accomplishments

  • Improved Threat Detection: Implemented security protocols improving threat detection by 30% for Google Play Protect program.
  • Completed IAM Project: Successfully completed IAM project for Novartis, meeting 100% compliance requirements.
  • Led Armis Deployment: Directed Armis deployment across 6 data centers, achieving on-time go-live success.
  • Enhanced AML Compliance: Led AML compliance program for JPMorgan Chase, reducing suspicious activities by 20%.

Timeline

Senior Manager / Technical Program Manager

Cognizant
12.2018 - Current

Senior Manager / Technical Program Manager

Cognizant
12.2018 - Current

Senior Manager / Technical Program Manager

Cognizant
12.2018 - Current

AML Domain Expert / Project Manager

NICE Actimize
02.2014 - 12.2018

SAP BW Principal Consultant

Marvel InfoTech
10.2012 - 01.2013

SAP BW/HANA Consultant

Utopia Inc
02.2012 - 08.2012

Manager of Applications & Support

Alloy Media & Marketing
06.2000 - 01.2012

Master of Science - Computers

Fairleigh Dickinson University

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