Mohammad Arifuddin

Experience

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  VMware

  Dec 2010 - Aug 2015

  Project Lead/Support Specialist

  • Led the deployment of Concur’s Travel Reimbursement system internally, overseeing the integration of expense management software to enhance and automate the travel expense reimbursement process for employees• Engaged with field teams, sales and service firms, and directly with customers to address critical escalations and resolve issues efficiently• Collaborated with server and application teams to identify operational characteristics, diagnose problems, evaluate alternative solutions, and implement the most suitable solution promptly in line with Change Control protocols• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, and deliverables, Allocate resources and assign tasks to team members to ensure timely project completion.• Worked with key accounts and clients, assessing the competitive landscape, and strategically positioning the firm for competitive advantage• Proactively recommended new solutions to clients based on emerging trends, staying current with industry developments, and understanding how these can be leveraged for client benefit• Assisted team with planning and managing stakeholder involvement, project execution and training, risk management, and qualitative and quantitative risk analysis• Oversee vendor selection and management, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services. Negotiate contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms for the organization Show less

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  Al Musbah Group

  Jan 2016 - Jun 2019

  Project Manager

  • Developed and maintained comprehensive project plans, budgets, and timelines, ensuring alignment with client goals and project milestones through meticulous resource allocation and scheduling • Executed cloud migration projects utilizing Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, efficiently transitioning client infrastructure and workloads with minimal disruption• Coordinated cross-functional teams using Agile methodologies to ensure timely delivery and successful implementation of cloud projects, aligning with project charters and client requirements• Managed stakeholder relationships by conducting regular project briefings, addressing concerns through risk management strategies, and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle• Identified and resolved project roadblocks and risks using a proactive issue resolution process, mitigating issues to ensure project success and maintain project scope• Implemented project management methodologies such as PMBOK, tools like Microsoft Project, and templates to enhance project efficiency, quality, and delivery through standardized processes• Collaborated with solution architects, DevOps, and Data Engineering teams to provide strategic insights and drive optimal client solutions, leveraging technical expertise and project vision• Led project status meetings with key stakeholders, effectively communicating project progress, utilizing KPIs to identify areas for improvement, and facilitating actionable discussions• Managed vendor relationships, including contract negotiations, to ensure successful project delivery and cost-effectiveness, adhering to procurement management processes Show less

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  ISolution

  Aug 2019 - now

  Program Manager

  - Lead large-scale, multi-functional Google Cloud implementation and migration projects- Established and managed governance models for high-priority accounts- Proactively mitigated risks and resolved challenges to drive successful outcomes.- Ensured technical compliance with best practices and industry standards.- Optimized project performance using data-driven insights, achieving efficiency and client satisfaction.- Collaborate closely with stakeholders to influence and uphold high delivery standards across internal and partner teams. Show less

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  Infosys

  Aug 2022 - Oct 2024

  Sr. Cloud Consultant

  Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and cost-effective GCP cloud solutions tailored to the specific needs of both the telecom and banking industries.Oversee the migration of legacy systems to GCP, ensuring optimal use of GCP services such as Compute Engine, BigQuery, Cloud SQL, KubernetesAct as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including IT, security, and compliance teams from both the telecom company and the bank.Facilitate regular project meetings, progress updates, and status reports, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.Ensure that both projects adhere to strict security protocols and industry regulations, such as GDPR for telecom and financial data privacy regulations for the bank.Work closely with the security teams to implement identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and other GCP security tools to maintain compliance.Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, risk management, and budget tracking for both projects.Lead cross-functional teams of cloud engineers, data architects, security specialists, and DevOps personnel, ensuring efficient collaboration across both projects.Monitor cloud performance using GCP tools (e.g., Cloud Monitoring, Cloud Trace) to ensure high availability and optimal performance of cloud environments for both the telecom and banking systems.Develop and implement disaster recovery and business continuity strategies for both projects, ensuring high availability and failover capabilities in case of service outages. Show less

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  Arctiq

  Oct 2024 - now

  Product Manager - Apigee

  1. Successfully deployed Apigee hybrid across INTACT’s multi-environment architecture, including sandbox, non-prod, pre-prod, and production, ensuring secure and scalable API management.2. Led the migration from Layer 7 Gateway to Apigee, streamlining API proxy development, enhancing authentication protocols (OAuth 2.0, JWT), and improving system scalability.3. Collaborated with engineering and security teams to configure Apigee for robust client authentication, token management, and granular access control using ABAC and PBAC models.4. Oversaw the integration of Apigee with existing IAM systems, enabling SSO, centralized access, and secure communication between frontend and backend APIs.5. Partnered with cross-functional teams to operationalize Apigee, automating API lifecycle processes such as provisioning, access revocation, and secrets management.6. Established monitoring frameworks using Apigee Analytics and GCP Cloud Monitoring to track API usage, token expiration, and access patterns for proactive incident response. Show less