Vikram Raja

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PROJECT MANAGER I SERVICE DELIVERY | DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION I RISK & CHANGE MANAGEMENT I SOFTWARE ENGINEERING I AUTOMATION I AGILE & DevOps | PEOPLE MANAGEMENT I COLLABORATION | CUSTOMER LIFECYCLE | PROGRAM MANAGER @ Cube Networks
southbank, victoria, australia
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Southbank, Victoria, Australia, Australia
About Vikram Raja

I am a Resourceful Project Management Professional with a wealth of skills gained over 20 years by delivering large and complex projects/programs (Software & Infrastructure) in ANZ, INDIA, AMERICAS, EMEAR, and ASEAN theatres to achieve maximum business value, customer satisfaction, and business revenue.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS• Successfully delivered large and complex digital transformation projects for clients ranging from Public Transport, Financial institution, Aged care centre and various Retail giants in Australia.• Successfully delivered automation of traffic routing between data centres using Agile and DevOps methodology for a large Australian telecom operator.• Design, build and deploy UCS Infrastructure at multiple locations for a government client in Australia.• Successfully planned and delivered multiple projects in Software, Cloud, Collaboration, Datacentres, Networking (WAN and Wireless), Security, Digital Transformation to the Internet of Things-IoT for customers in IT, ITeS, BFSI, Public Sector and Service Providers with revenue of above $200M globally.• Managed technology upgrades for around 1550 sites globally for large telecommunication operators in the Americas region with 100% accuracy; Resulted in savings of $3M in annual operating costs and additional business revenue of $5M for test and validation services.• Plan and deliver $65M multi-channel digital technology transformation for a Global Fortune 50 technology leader. Successful completion of digital transformation led to M&A integration of a competitor and reduction of the total cost of architecture footprint by 35%.• Responsible for delivery and deployment of automated cloud-based workflow application (Global Resourcing Platform) using Agile for partner management and engagement. Application provided the transparency, real-time metrics, business pipeline /opportunity and resulted in a 50% cycle time reduction in closing RFP’s and increased project revenues by 10%.• Captured requirements and closely worked with the development team to successfully roll out multiple cloud-based applications (Migration Assistant Tools) to increase customer satisfaction and productivity by 30%.• Successfully delivered Cisco Smart Building Systems Engineering for 12 Services (using IoT) for an Indian multinational conglomerate to achieve savings of above $6M in annual operating costs.

Vikram Raja's Current Company Details
Cube Networks

Cube Networks

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PROJECT MANAGER I SERVICE DELIVERY | DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION I RISK & CHANGE MANAGEMENT I SOFTWARE ENGINEERING I AUTOMATION I AGILE & DevOps | PEOPLE MANAGEMENT I COLLABORATION | CUSTOMER LIFECYCLE | PROGRAM MANAGER
southbank, victoria, australia
Employees:
109
Vikram Raja Work Experience Details
  • Cube Networks
    Project Manager
    Cube Networks Mar 2022 - Present
    Australia
    Cube Networks are experts in Digital Infrastructure with strong foundations in Networks and Security, who pride ourselves on simplified solutions for complex, large-scale enterprise environments.We are an IT engineering company who consistently deliver tailored services that maximize our customers' IT investment.
  • Cisco Systems (India) Private Limited, Bangalore
    Customer Program Manager, Customer Delivery
    Cisco Systems (India) Private Limited, Bangalore Apr 2014 - Mar 2022
    Bengaluru Area, India
    • Developed end-to-end Software Automation (SDN) using Agile and DevOps methodology for the 2nd largest mobile network operator in the region.• Successfully deployed $14M Unified Computing Infrastructure and Solutions (SaaS) for enterprise customers ranging from banking to process transformation services in APAC region.• Successfully delivered SD-WAN solution across multiple clients in APAC region resulted in WAN Opex savings by 40% and increased application experience by 4x.• Plan… Show more • Developed end-to-end Software Automation (SDN) using Agile and DevOps methodology for the 2nd largest mobile network operator in the region.• Successfully deployed $14M Unified Computing Infrastructure and Solutions (SaaS) for enterprise customers ranging from banking to process transformation services in APAC region.• Successfully delivered SD-WAN solution across multiple clients in APAC region resulted in WAN Opex savings by 40% and increased application experience by 4x.• Plan and deployed Cisco Security product portfolio (Advanced Malware Protection, Cloud Security, Email Security, Endpoint Security, Next-Generation Firewalls, Network Security / Visibility and Segmentation, Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention System, Cisco Cyber Range) for customer ranging from Public Sector to large enterprises within budgeted targets, timelines and 100% scope.• Roll-out datacenter operations ahead of schedule for a Global Fortune 300 telecom leader helped capture market share of 9% (100M) user base.• Responsible for planning and migration of legacy network platform to MPLS platform for a large telecom service provider in America region.• Managed delivery of E2E Security framework and architecture for unified security baseline (by assessment, remediation and implementation) across RJIL IT and Telco security initiatives, resulted in improved service availability, consumption, reputation and business partnerships.• Successfully rolled out Cisco IP NGN 2.0 Architecture for a top telecommunications service provider in middle east. The rollout helped in achieving projected Internet services growth with optimal CAPEX/OPEX and a 25% saving on per gigabit.• Rolled out Wi-Fi services across 1800 locations (installed 10K Access Points) within 4 months for the 4th largest telecom provider in India. Successful launch of Wi-Fi services helped the client to generate $2M within 6 months. Show less
  • Cisco Systems India Private Ltd.,
    Program Manager, Business Development
    Cisco Systems India Private Ltd., May 2008 - Apr 2014
    Bangalore, India
    • Interlock with global business development and sales team to develop specialization and go-to-market strategies for new platform migrations.• Responsible for the growth of Migration Center of Excellence (World Wide Service Provider group) from $24M to $45M in less than 18 months by rolling out Migration Tracks and Service Bundle process for quicker and accurate migrations, additional customer base, ease of scope and ordering.• Drive large scale initiatives with respect to Setting up… Show more • Interlock with global business development and sales team to develop specialization and go-to-market strategies for new platform migrations.• Responsible for the growth of Migration Center of Excellence (World Wide Service Provider group) from $24M to $45M in less than 18 months by rolling out Migration Tracks and Service Bundle process for quicker and accurate migrations, additional customer base, ease of scope and ordering.• Drive large scale initiatives with respect to Setting up and Scaling new processes, Vendor Management, Transitions and Offshoring, Learning & Development and Program Management including budgeting, profitability, productivity, capacity and resource utilization• Drive strategy execution for the group by defining and maintaining consistent processes, policies, metrics & other protocols across Global Delivery Centers.• Coaching and mentoring of technical delivery, project & program management and operational teams to move along the Hybrid IT service value chain.• Collaborate with America theatre leads to increase delivery adoption rate by 25%.• Engaging and working with cross functional teams across India and ASEAN regions to develop, influence and execute Cisco programs/policies increased services revenue by $44M.• Work closely with account and channels team in building strategic short-term and long-term plans for driving business outcomes and opportunities.• Generate and Analyze Business Intelligence (BI) data and collaborate with Service Sales team on the business opportunity (refresh / renewals) increased services sales by 10%.• Engage and work with Cisco TAC to drive Global TAC processes for entitlement, asset recovery and RMA for partner community, resulted in reduction of RMA’s by 10% and increase in asset recovery by $12M. Show less
  • Genesis Microchip India Pvt. Ltd
    Project Manager, Verification & Validation
    Genesis Microchip India Pvt. Ltd Jun 2004 - May 2008
    Bangalore, India
    Key Achievements: - Setup Digital TV testing labs at Bangalore and San Jose.- Successfully delivered matured Analog and Digital TV firmware to multi-national clients with zero critical defects.- Evaluate and rollout test automation tools resulted in automating 30% of Digital TV stream testing and 55% of Analog TV regression testing. - Design and defining Software Maturity index for Digital & Analog TV platforms improved product quality by 15% and release delays by 10%. -… Show more Key Achievements: - Setup Digital TV testing labs at Bangalore and San Jose.- Successfully delivered matured Analog and Digital TV firmware to multi-national clients with zero critical defects.- Evaluate and rollout test automation tools resulted in automating 30% of Digital TV stream testing and 55% of Analog TV regression testing. - Design and defining Software Maturity index for Digital & Analog TV platforms improved product quality by 15% and release delays by 10%. - Early defect detection in unit and integration testing ensured reduction in overall software development cycle by 20%. - Successfully carried out ISO 9001 surveillance audit for Bangalore Centre. Show less
  • Philips Software Centre India Pvt. Ltd
    Software Engineer, Ivt (Integration & Verification Testing)
    Philips Software Centre India Pvt. Ltd Jul 2000 - Jun 2004
    Bangalore, India And Eindhoven, Netherlands
    Key Achievements: - Develop test plans, test scripts and conduct extensive unit, component, alpha and regression level testing for 1st & 2nd generation DVD+RW product at multiple on-site locations to meet company expectations.- Manage software build and promotion process for the group with 100% accuracy. - Reduction in testing cycle time by 45% due to automation of integration, regression and black box (IRMS-Infra Red Messaging Server) testing.- Drive SEI CMM Level 5 practice… Show more Key Achievements: - Develop test plans, test scripts and conduct extensive unit, component, alpha and regression level testing for 1st & 2nd generation DVD+RW product at multiple on-site locations to meet company expectations.- Manage software build and promotion process for the group with 100% accuracy. - Reduction in testing cycle time by 45% due to automation of integration, regression and black box (IRMS-Infra Red Messaging Server) testing.- Drive SEI CMM Level 5 practice as part of the Audit Team to ensure process and quality standards across the group. Show less
  • Motorola India Pvt. Ltd.
    Test And Cim (Computer Integrated Manufacturing) – Trainee
    Motorola India Pvt. Ltd. Aug 1999 - Jul 2000
    Bangalore, India
    Responsibilities:• Developed and successfully deployed Pre-Package Software onto the production line. Software Used: Visual Basic 5.0, MS Access 97, DOS Batch file, HP-UX 10.2, Windows 95/NT 4.0.
  • System Logic India Pvt Ltd.
    Contract Programming Services (Cps) - Executive
    System Logic India Pvt Ltd. Jul 1998 - Jul 1999
    Bangalore, India
    Responsibilities: • Work with cross functional teams on coordinating and organizing multi-city recruitment, onboard candidates, develop tools and best practices to improve recruitment process

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Vikram Raja's current role is PROJECT MANAGER I SERVICE DELIVERY | DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION I RISK & CHANGE MANAGEMENT I SOFTWARE ENGINEERING I AUTOMATION I AGILE & DevOps | PEOPLE MANAGEMENT I COLLABORATION | CUSTOMER LIFECYCLE | PROGRAM MANAGER.

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Vikram Raja attended Institute Of Management Technology, Ghaziabad, Niit, Bangalore University, Deakin University.

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Vikram Raja's colleagues are Parita Sheth, Bobby Angeleski, Lahiru Mudalige, Rohit Kakra, Daniel Fornaro, Connor Iliakopoulos, Miron Hewakottage.

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