Sujata Saharan
Retired Air Force Officer (Wing Commander)
Lucknow,UP
Summary
Executive Summary. Resilient team builder with 14 years of vivid experience in field of communication and IT Network,Cyber Security, Project management and Operations management. Self-motivated professional with strong problem-solving acumen and proven crisis management abilities. Excel at liaising between stake holders and technical teams to achieve on-time, on-budget and on-spec project completions. Expertise in directing multiple programe: implemented standardized projects management methodologies, cost controls and best practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Director
Indian Air Force
Delhi, Delhi
10.2019 - 01.2022
- Spearheaded cost saving communication control center (CCC) to monitor live serviceability state of qty-34 DMRRs, directed incident and rectified faults provided zero error voice and data during activation.
- Realized savings of 15% human efforts effort per site using performance analysis,defect reporting and critical thinking skill.
- Seasoned procurement professional for communication & IT systems budget of INR 1Cr (per year) for three years while ensuring better strategic sourcing , vendor/contract management, negotiations.
- Ensured Information Security Governance, Risk and Compliance as per organizational guidelines based on ISO 27K by ensuring correct practices.
- Established 24x7 Help-desk for optical fiber based MPLS network of Indian Air Force,realized savings of 20% efforts with deployment of performance analysis and defect reporting.
- Directed onboarding and training for over 50 new trainee for cyber security team each year.
Deputy Director
Indian Air Force
Gorkhpur, UP
08.2016 - 10.2019
- Led team of 20 technicians, completed site survey and commissioned WCDMA Telecom 3G Tower in South-West region in collaboration with M/s HCL.
- Automated office operations while managing client correspondence, record tracking and data communications,thus improving serviceability state and reducing human error by 25%.
- Led effective stakeholder management (MTNL,BSNL,CISCO,HCL, WIPRO, BEL) which led to 100% cost, schedule compliance with very high quality standards.
- Implemented Centralized Internet Access System by using UTM.
- Formulated and promulgated IT Security policies, Risk-management plan, best practices,audited clients/networks for process and procedure compliance.
- Led team of over 30 technicians in daily technical operations involving Voice/Messaging communication and information security compliance.
Senior Manager
Indian Air Force
BHUJ, GUJARAT
12.2012 - 08.2016
- Coordinated critical AFNET project , managed LAN/WAN/L3/L2/BEUs/DMZ and firewall.
- Implemented network security equipment, including firewalls, two-factor authentication and antivirus software for networks supporting 400 users.
- Achieved savings of 15% effort by formulating Project timing & risk mitigation plans to identify potential problems and adverse impacts before had change to occur.
- Responsible for information security compliance and conducted internal/external audit for organization as per guidelines.
- Managed team of over 30 technicians to propose ,plan,execute, control of risk and deliver training in information security for total of over 210 personnel.
System Manager
Indian Air Force
Bikaner, Rajasthan
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Head of Information Warfare Team engaged in conducting Network Security and IT audits for 10 units.
- Successfully decreased headcount by 2% in 3 yrs by automating operations in storage monitoring and analysis, network node management and online monitoring of HVAC parameters.
- Coordinated closely with ELTA, L&T, CUMMINS and KIRLOSKAR & spearheaded commissioning of first Network Centric Radar System within approved budget of 100 cr. Carried out extensive field testing, and introduced midcourse corrections as required.
- Managed team of 40 members, imparted training for workforce on operation and maintenance of IT infrastructure.
- Formulated and deployed cyber security measures and kept company operations smooth.
Network Administrator
Indian Air Force
Bangalore, Karnatka
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Managed LAN with 1k clients, 6 servers and IT infrastructure with emphasis on availability, reliability, scalability, data confidentiality and system integrity.
- Managed procurement of IT Hardware and software worth Rs 80 Lakhs.
- Conducted regular performance audits to anticipate risks prior shaped into problem and pursues mitigation to meet specified working benchmarks.
Education
MBA(Pursuing)
NMIMS
Mumbai, MH 06.2021 - 05.2023
PG Diploma (Aeronautical Engineering)
VTU
Karnataka 07.2008 - 06.2009
B.Tech. (Electronics And Communication)
Kurukshetra University
Haryana 06.2003 - 07.2007
Skills
IT Infrastructure Management
IT Risk and Compliance
Cyber Security
Information Audit
Strategic Planning & Execution
Team building and leadership
Stakeholder Management
IT Service Management
Certification
Radar Communication Course
Timeline
MBA(Pursuing)
NMIMS
06.2021 - 05.2023
Director
Indian Air Force
10.2019 - 01.2022
Deputy Director
Indian Air Force
08.2016 - 10.2019
Senior Manager
Indian Air Force
12.2012 - 08.2016
System Manager
Indian Air Force
01.2010 - 12.2012
PG Diploma (Aeronautical Engineering)
VTU
07.2008 - 06.2009
Network Administrator
Indian Air Force
01.2008 - 01.2010
B.Tech. (Electronics And Communication)
Kurukshetra University
06.2003 - 07.2007