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RAGHU RAM BHIMRAO

Program Manager
Hyderabad,TS

Summary

Seasoned IT Program Manager with over 20 years of experience leading large-scale cybersecurity and IT initiatives, specializing in Identity and Access Management and Privileged Access Management. Known for effectively managing global teams and overseeing multi-million dollar projects. Adept at aligning security strategies with business objectives and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. PMP-certified leader dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions on time and within budget.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Senior Manager / Technical Program Manager

Cognizant
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

Senior Manager / Technical Program Manager

Cognizant
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

Senior Manager / Technical Program Manager

Cognizant
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

AML Domain Expert / Project Manager

NICE Actimize
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

SAP BW Principal Consultant

Marvel InfoTech
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

SAP BW/HANA Consultant

Utopia Inc
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

Manager of Applications & Support

Alloy Media & Marketing
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

Education

Master of Science (M.S.) -

Fairleigh Dickinson University
09.2000 - 05.2002

Skills

Active Directory

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute

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

Master of Science (M.S.) -

Fairleigh Dickinson University
09.2000 - 05.2002

Manager of Applications & Support

Alloy Media & Marketing
06.2000 - 01.2012
RAGHU RAM BHIMRAOProgram Manager