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Work History
Education
Skills
Short-term Career Goal
Long-term Career Goal
Certification
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Divya A.S.

Divya A.S.

Project Management
Chennai

Summary

  • Project Manager with 12.4 years of PMO experience, including 4 years in the USA, across roles such as Project Manager, Team Manager, Project Coordinator, and Scrum Master.
  • Certified in CSM (Certified Scrum Master), ITIL Foundation, and PRINCE2 Agile; holds a Project Management degree equivalent to PMP.
  • Proven expertise in Agile mindset, integrated project/program strategy execution, schedule planning, risk assessment, and on-time delivery.
  • Strong track record of ownership and accountability across all project functions including stakeholder communication, team coordination, and delivery management.
  • Effective in cross-functional collaboration, vendor management, and building long-term customer relationships through clear communication and service excellence.
  • Proficient in Jira, Confluence, Miro, VPM, MS Project, Kanban Board, and the Microsoft Office Suite; known for clear written and verbal communication and ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications

Work History

Project Manager, PMO

Esko Graphics - Veralto
10.2021 - Current
  • Manage end-to-end project delivery for SaaS-based CloudOps initiatives, including onboarding, migrations, and upgrades for customers using WebCenter, MediaBeacon, and BLUE platforms.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, QA, Support, and DevOps) to ensure timely execution, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment.
  • Own customer communication and stakeholder management, providing regular updates, handling escalations, and ensuring high customer satisfaction.
  • Drive change and release management activities using tools like ServiceNow and JIRA, ensuring minimal disruption during deployments and updates.
  • Initiate and manage process improvements and automation in stealth mode, addressing inefficiencies in a decentralized PMO environment.
  • Utilize tools such as JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, MS Teams, and Outlook to track progress, maintain documentation, and ensure collaboration across global teams.

Team Manager, Senior Associate

Cognizant Technology Solutions
01.2019 - 09.2021
  • Led Agile-based project delivery, managing day-to-day activities, resource planning, and execution while strictly following sprint ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Collaborated closely with Business Analysts, Product Owners, clients, and end users to gather requirements, define priorities, and ensure business alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Managed scope, risks, dependencies, and change requests, ensuring timely mitigation and alignment across cross-functional teams.
  • Monitored team performance and engagement, conducted performance reviews, provided regular feedback, and ensured effective task delegation to meet delivery goals.
  • Facilitated transparent communication and reporting, regularly updating leadership on milestones, risks, and deliverables through structured status reports and dashboards.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation, managed client coordination, established shared vision and goals, and implemented contingency plans to address roadblocks and ensure successful delivery.

Project Coordinator

Capgemini America Inc.
08.2016 - 01.2019
  • Worked onsite at the client location, acting as a key liaison between the client team and Capgemini delivery team to ensure smooth communication and alignment.
  • Assisted the Project Manager in planning, schedule control, task delegation, and overall coordination of project activities.
  • Prepared and delivered project progress reports and presentations to senior management, highlighting milestones, risks, and value delivered.
  • Facilitated stakeholder and team meetings, captured minutes, tracked action items, and ensured deadlines were consistently met.
  • Monitored risks and identified cost optimization opportunities, supporting profitability and efficiency improvements.
  • Provided comprehensive administrative and operational support, enabling effective execution and day-to-day project management.

Graduate Assistant

New York Institute of Technology
10.2015 - 07.2016
  • Assisted with application processing and documentation review for international student admissions, ensuring accuracy and timely updates in student records.
  • Supported communication with prospective students, addressing queries, scheduling appointments, and coordinating with university departments for smooth onboarding.

Project Coordinator

DHL Express
05.2014 - 07.2015
  • Identified and engaged with key stakeholders, acting as a liaison between business units to ensure alignment on project goals and operational needs.
  • Analyzed KPIs, financial reports, and business data using analytical tools to support strategic decisions and process improvements.
  • Collaborated with project managers and cross-functional teams to drive project execution and operational efficiency.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of processes, project status, and business operations for transparency and continuity.
  • Effectively communicated and influenced stakeholders, leveraging strong leadership and interpersonal skills to support change initiatives.

Assistant Project Coordinator

FIS Global
10.2012 - 03.2014
  • Conducted detailed business analysis to identify problems, opportunities, and recommend data-driven solutions.
  • Defined and documented business requirements, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders.
  • Planned and monitored project progress, including variance analysis and preparation of test cases and scenario documentation.
  • Actively participated in Agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, retrospectives, and reporting.
  • Supported end-to-end project execution, ensuring alignment between business needs and technical solutions.

Education

Post Graduation - Project Management

Conestoga College
Canada
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Information, Networking And Computer Security

New York Institute of Technology
USA
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology

Anna University
India
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Project & Program Management – Leading end-to-end delivery across Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid models
  • Stakeholder Management – Coordinating with clients, leadership, and cross-functional teams for alignment and transparency
  • PMO Governance & Standardization – Implementing frameworks, templates, and processes to ensure consistency across projects
  • Risk, Issue & Change Management – Proactively identifying and mitigating risks, and handling scope or change requests effectively
  • Agile Practices – Executing sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming in Agile environments
  • Reporting & Dashboards – Creating KPI-driven reports and dashboards using tools like Power BI, Excel, or JIRA
  • Tool Proficiency – Skilled in JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, SharePoint, and ServiceNow for seamless project tracking and collaboration

Short-term Career Goal

  • Enhance overall performance and productivity
  • Improve team communication and collaboration
  • Acquire new skills or certifications
  • Lead or contribute to high-impact projects
  • Demonstrate value by taking on additional responsibilities
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement
  • Strengthen decision-making abilities

Long-term Career Goal

  • Progress into a Program Manager or lead role within the same domain and organization
  • Develop expertise in AI-driven Project Management
  • Attain a PMO role with opportunities to travel for work
  • Gain the flexibility to work from anywhere while exploring new places

Certification

Prince 2 Agile foundation and Practitioner

Timeline

Prince 2 Agile foundation and Practitioner

06-2024

IT - GRC modules Training

06-2023

ITIL 4 Foundation

07-2022

Project Manager, PMO

Esko Graphics - Veralto
10.2021 - Current

Certified Scrum Master

06-2021

Risk Management for Cyber Security and IT Managers

07-2020

Team Manager, Senior Associate

Cognizant Technology Solutions
01.2019 - 09.2021

Project Coordinator

Capgemini America Inc.
08.2016 - 01.2019

Committee on National Security Systems - Cisco

08-2016

Graduate Assistant

New York Institute of Technology
10.2015 - 07.2016

Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 6 Programmer

10-2015

Project Coordinator

DHL Express
05.2014 - 07.2015

ODBA - Oracle 10g Data Administrator

05-2014

Assistant Project Coordinator

FIS Global
10.2012 - 03.2014

Post Graduation - Project Management

Conestoga College
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Information, Networking And Computer Security

New York Institute of Technology
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Technology - Information Technology

Anna University
04.2001 -
Divya A.S.Project Management