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SAMUEL S

Trivandrum,Kerala

Summary

I am a dynamic and results-oriented Project Manager with over 5 years of experience, including 3.5 years in delivering and managing cybersecurity programs. Proven success in delivering 250 projects across PCI DSS, ISO 27001, SOC2, vCISO, UAE IAR, Data Privacy, SWIFT, and Security Testing. Adept in team leadership, client engagement, resource planning, and PMO operations. Demonstrated ability to align delivery with business outcomes through process optimization and quality assurance initiatives.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Project Manager - PMO

ValueMentor, India
12.2021 - Current
  • Company Overview: Company specialized in cybersecurity consulting and project management
  • Successfully managed and delivered 200 cybersecurity and compliance projects including PCI DSS, ISO 27001, Security Testing, IAR Compliance, SOC 2, SWIFT, and GDPR across clients in BFSI, healthcare, and retail domains, merchants and service sectors.
  • Oversee a team of professionals across multiple cybersecurity verticals PMO, GRC, SOC, PCI, Data Privacy and Security Testing).
  • Played an active role in strengthening the PMO function by initiating structured activities, reporting mechanisms, and internal reviews within both the PMO and organization wide.
  • Played a critical role in PMO operations, including forecasting, risk planning, escalation handling, and KPI tracking.
  • Acted as the primary liaison between internal delivery teams, external auditors, and client stakeholders to drive successful audit readiness and certification.
  • Proactively identified project risks and implemented mitigation strategies to ensure timely delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Supported the sales/pre-sales team with project scoping, proposal creation, estimation, and RFP responses tailored to cybersecurity services.
  • Conducted internal project reviews, delivery health checks, and lessons-learned sessions to continuously improve delivery standards.
  • Facilitated capacity planning and resource management across concurrent client engagements.
  • Supported business development teams with proposal inputs and renewal planning, contributing to client retention and upselling opportunities.

Project Engineer/Coordinator

INOXIAN Industrial Solutions
05.2020 - 09.2021
  • Company Overview: An industrial solutions provider focused on engineering and project management
  • Planned and coordinated 50+ project activities, resources, and schedules
  • Monitored progress, handled issues, and ensured timely project execution
  • Managed staff assignments and communication among clients and internal teams
  • Scheduled project meetings, maintained records, and developed strategies
  • Create and maintain project records, reports, presentation and proposals

Education

MBA - Information Technology and Systems Management

NMIMS Mumbai
Mumbai, India
01.2024

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science Engineering and Technology

Anna University
Chennai, India
05.2016

Skills

  • PMP (In Progress) - Target: End of 2025
  • CISM (Planned) - Targeted: May 2026
  • CCNA & RHCE Course Completed
  • Tally ERP 9 Certified

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Project Delivery
  • Successfully delivered over 250 cybersecurity projects, enhancing compliance and security standards for various clients.

COURSES

Course Title

Timeline

Deputy Project Manager - PMO

ValueMentor, India
12.2021 - Current

Project Engineer/Coordinator

INOXIAN Industrial Solutions
05.2020 - 09.2021

MBA - Information Technology and Systems Management

NMIMS Mumbai

Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science Engineering and Technology

Anna University

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