Tarika Parate

Project: Cloud-Based IT Project Delivery (BOI Account)

Role Overview: Results-driven Project Manager and PMO professional with three years of experience in the IT industry, currently managing and delivering cloud-based projects. Experienced in end-to-end project lifecycle management, including planning, execution, stakeholder management, governance, and successful project closure.

• Managed end-to-end delivery of cloud-based IT projects, ensuring timely execution within scope, and quality standards.
• Reviewed and managed incoming cloud infrastructure service requests through procurement platforms, ensuring proper intake and project initiation readiness.
• Performed requirement analysis for new requests, working closely with business stakeholders, and solution teams to define clear project scope.
• Partnered with architects and business sponsors to develop a detailed Scope of Work, covering functional and non-functional requirements, timelines, risks, dependencies, and resource planning.
• Coordinated with the client and internal procurement teams to finalize approvals, initiate project codes, and enable smooth project onboarding.
• Initiated project kick-offs, defined work breakdown structures, and established project plans to ensure effective tracking and execution.
• Set up and managed project governance frameworks, including communication plans, stakeholder engagement, and quality control practices.
• Collaborated with technical teams to manage infrastructure and network changes via ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow), including participation in change review forums for approvals.
• Prepared executive-level dashboards and program reports, highlighting project status, risks, issues, and dependencies (RAID) for leadership and client reviews.
• Managed financial tracking, including cost, revenue, and margin monitoring, supporting budget discussions, and financial governance.
• Controlled scope changes by validating additional requirements with stakeholders, and ensuring formal change management processes were followed.
• Contributed to the onboarding and mentoring of new team members, sharing knowledge on organizational processes, compliance requirements, and project workflows.

Card Spend Alerts – Regulatory Compliance (Retail, Ireland)

• Delivered an AWS-based solution enabling automated customer spend alerts and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinated implementation involving AWS WAF and Application Load Balancer (ALB).
• Achievement: Achieved 100% compliance readiness, and improved real-time customer communication.

Qualys Gateway Service (QGS) Implementation

• Led the deployment of a security gateway integrated with enterprise proxy and firewall systems.
• Managed the configuration of web proxies, SSL rules, and firewall settings with cross-functional teams.
• Achievement: Delivered with zero critical security gaps, post-implementation.

Skyjed Platform Implementation

• Managed the implementation of an AI-enabled product lifecycle governance platform.
• Aligned stakeholders on analytics dashboards and product health insights.
• Achievement: Enabled data-driven decision-making, and improved transparency across teams.

Teradata Connectivity and Cloud Integration Project.

• Managed AWS-based cloud integration using CloudFormation, Route 53, and PrivateLink.
• Coordinated, secure data connectivity and environment setup.
• Achievement: Delivered secure, scalable integration, with minimal operational disruption.

NIAC – AWS Cloud Native CI/CD Implementation

• Managed implementation of cloud-native CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Bitbucket
• Coordinated IAM setup for role-based access control.
• Achievement: Standardized deployment processes, and improved release consistency.

• Supported end-to-end project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to track deliverables, and ensure timely project completion.
• Prepared and maintained project documentation, such as project plans, status reports, and dashboards.
• Monitored project progress, tracked milestones, and reported key metrics to stakeholders
• Identified and tracked risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring timely resolution and escalation.
• Facilitated stakeholder communication, and ensured alignment between business and technical teams.
• Assisted in requirement gathering and ensured clarity of business needs across teams.
• Maintained and updated tools like Jira and Confluence for tracking user stories, tasks, and documentation.
• Supported Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Contributed to process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and delivery quality.