Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
LANGUAGES
Timeline
HOBBIES
Disclaimer

Shaily Awasthi

Gurgaon

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Assistant Manager with a proven track record in driving operational excellence and delivering successful projects. Expertise in overseeing cross-functional teams while consistently meeting deadlines and budget constraints. Strong project management, communication, and collaboration skills enhance the ability to lead high-impact initiatives effectively. Eager to leverage these capabilities in a new opportunity as a Project Manager, contributing to organizational success and growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Taction Software
06.2024 - Current
  • Lead end-to-end execution of application & infrastructure security initiatives, ensuring integration of security controls across SDLC, cloud, and IT operations.
  • Manage comprehensive IT Risk Assessments for applications, infrastructure, networks, cloud, and third-party systems; track risks, treatment plans, and remediation activities.
  • Handle RBI & regulatory audit lifecycles, including closure of ATR, REBIT, Advisory Digest, CSITE, ED Letters, and CSAP findings with cross-functional teams.
  • Validate VA, PT & SHC reports, coordinate vulnerability remediation, and track closure of high-risk observations with IT & Engineering teams.
  • Own JIRA-based tracking for all security requirements, remediation items, change requests, and audit action plans; enforce JIRA SLAs and maintain accurate status updates.
  • Build JIRA workflows, dashboards, and issue-tracking frameworks for transparency, traceability, and streamlined governance.
  • Act as the primary liaison between IT, InfoSec, Operations, Risk, and external auditors/regulators to drive alignment and timely deliverables.
  • Develop and publish security scorecards, KRIs, KPIs, project dashboards, and audit compliance reports for leadership and governance forums.
  • Drive vulnerability & threat management governance, including patching cycles, baseline compliance, and infrastructure hardening initiatives.
  • Prepare project plans, resource requirements, and budget allocation for security programs; track financials, vendor costs, and project health metrics.
  • Maintain documentation for security processes, SOPs, audit evidence, remediation trackers, and regulatory submissions.
  • Facilitate governance meetings, monitor progress against action plans, and ensure closure of internal and external audit findings.

Assistant Manager – Project Management

Straive
09.2023 - 04.2024
  • Lead and manage project teams to ensure successful project delivery within the specified timelines and budget.
  • Developed and implemented process improvement initiatives, streamlining workflows across departments.
  • Utilize strong communication and interpersonal skills to maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with team members and stakeholders.
  • Implement project management best practices to optimize project workflows and improve overall project efficiency.
  • Provide regular project status updates and reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with project objectives.
  • Led a cross-functional team in improving customer satisfaction, resulting in a 50% increase in positive feedback and a 20% reduction in complaints. Also, a 30% increase in conversion rates over a quarter, translating to an additional $500,000 in revenue.
  • Coordinated project timelines, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and stakeholder expectations.

Program Manager

Great Learning
09.2021 - 06.2023
  • Managed the overall operations of educational programs, ensuring smooth program delivery and participant satisfaction.
  • Coordinated with internal teams and external partners to facilitate program logistics and resource allocation.
  • Utilized reporting and presentation skills to provide program updates and insights to key stakeholders.
  • Implemented effective time management strategies to optimize program schedules and deliverables.
  • Spearheaded initiatives that led to a 15% increase in customer satisfaction scores over a 12-month period, evidenced by feedback surveys and testimonials.

Senior Technical Manager

Tech Mahindra
12.2018 - 09.2021

Led technical teams in the planning, execution, and delivery of complex technical projects, ensuring alignment with project goals and client requirements.

  • Adapted to evolving project requirements and technology trends to drive continuous improvement and innovation within technical projects.
  • Facilitated cross-functional coordination to integrate technical solutions into broader organizational frameworks and processes.
  • Demonstrated strong reporting and presentation skills to communicate technical project status and outcomes to stakeholders.
  • Utilized strong leadership skills to mentor and guide technical teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
  • Mentored junior team members in customer service best practices and digital marketing techniques, resulting in a 40% improvement in team efficiency and effectiveness.

Senior Associate

Hinduja Global Solution
12.2017 - 12.2018
  • Worked with Hinduja Global Solution and Airtel departments to facilitate communication and deliver personalized solutions to customers.
  • Maintained an average customer retention rate of 90% through proactive communication, personalized support, and strategic account management.
  • Achieved client satisfaction and loyalty by establishing collaborative relationships, facilitating needs assessment.
  • Also, service and billing related issues were taken care of which resort to maintain customer satisfaction of 1000+ customers in year.
  • Monitored issues carefully and reached out to customers to provide immediate resolution and maintain satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented a customer service strategy that resulted in an 88% increase in customer satisfaction ratings.


Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Money and Financial System, Information Technology

Chatrapati Sahu Ji Maharaj University, Kanpur, India
01.2017
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Skills

    Prioritization and scheduling

  • Financial oversight
  • Stakeholder engagement and vendor coordination
  • Critical analysis skills
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Process optimization expertise
  • Governance & Reporting (KRI/KPI/Scorecards)
  • Experienced in Scrum and agile frameworks
  • Contract oversight
  • JIRA workflow and Process Management

Accomplishments

    1. Project & Program Management Tools

  • JIRA (Workflows, dashboards & action tracking
  • Confluence (Documentation & knowledge management)
  • MS Project (Project planning, timelines, Gantt charts)
  • Smartsheet (Advaced project tracking & reporting)
  • 2. Risk Management Tools

  • ServiceNow (Risk, compliance, and incident workflows)
  • 3. Vulnerability & Threat Management Tools

  • Nessus
  • Qualys VMDR
  • 4. Collaboration & Reporting Tools

  • Power BI (Dashboards, KRIs, Scorecards)
  • MS Excel (Advanced) (Risk trackers, audit matrices, project health)
  • Slack / MS Teams (Cross-team coordination)
  • 5. Audit & Compliance Tools

  • AuditBoard

Certification

  • AI & Automation in MS Excel Apr 2024
  • Python for Beginners Aug 2023
  • Leadership Skills Aug 2021
  • Foundation of Project Management, Post Diploma Course in Computer Application, Web Designing Jun 2018
  • PMP Certification Apr 2024

LANGUAGES

ENGLISH
HINDI

Timeline

Project Manager - Taction Software
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager – Project Management - Straive
09.2023 - 04.2024
Program Manager - Great Learning
09.2021 - 06.2023
Senior Technical Manager - Tech Mahindra
12.2018 - 09.2021
Senior Associate - Hinduja Global Solution
12.2017 - 12.2018
Chatrapati Sahu Ji Maharaj University - Bachelor of Commerce, Money and Financial System, Information Technology

HOBBIES

Learning new languages and technologies, Travelling

Disclaimer

I consent to the processing of my personal data for the purpose of recruitment for the position to which I am applying. 

Shaily Awasthi