Nikhil Nallapeta

About Nikhil Nallapeta

Results-oriented Senior Engineering Program Manager with 17+ years of experience leading cross-functional engineering programs across cloud security, networking, and infrastructure domains. Proven expertise in program and portfolio management, SAFe and Scrum frameworks, and AI-driven project governance.At Cisco Systems, I drive the successful delivery of complex, multi-million-dollar programs, including Cisco Secure Access (SSE) and hybrid cloud initiatives that integrate AWS and private data centers. My focus areas include end-to-end program execution, risk and issue management, and continuous process optimization to ensure quality, scalability, and on-time delivery.

Experience

1. Senior Engineering Program Manager

   Cisco

   Nov 2023 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Lead the Infrastructure portfolio for Cisco’s Cloud and Network Security products, ensuring delivery of high-quality, scalable, and compliant solutions.Direct hybrid cloud programs enabling seamless integration between AWS and private data centers, improving cost efficiency and resilience.Oversee program planning and execution for Cisco Secure Access, a zero-trust based SSE solution providing secure, unified access across global environments.Manage multi-functional program schedules, resource allocation, and cross-team coordination to meet technical and business milestones.Drive AI adoption in project management, automating reporting and status analytics across multiple initiatives.Mentor engineering and program teams on Agile best practices, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.Continuously refine PMO frameworks, enhancing predictability, visibility, and delivery outcomes across cloud security portfolios.

Education

• Sri Vani high School

  SSLC

  1992 — 2001

• Visvesvaraya Technological University

  Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical & Electronics

  2003 — 2007

Skills

• Roadm
• Optical Communications
• Sdh
• Unix
• Network Management Applications
• Optical Transmission
• Nms
• Wdm
• Dwdm
• Tdm
• Pmp Certified
• Integration
• Transmission
• Testing
• Optical Fiber
• Pdh
• Telecommunications
• Metro Ethernet
• Network Design
• Otn
• Element Management Systems
• Ethernet
• Pmp
• Fiber Optics
• Ethernet Over Sdh
• Carrier Ethernet