Sushil Salins

About Sushil Salins

Sushil Salins is a Project Manager at Cisco Systems, driving the successful delivery of complex digital transformation and cloud migration programs across the APJC/ANZ region. With over 7 years of experience in managing end-to-end technology projects, he specializes in enterprise networking, data center modernization, cybersecurity, and software lifecycle optimization.At Cisco, he has led cross-functional teams across engineering, product, and customer success, delivering outcomes aligned with business KPIs and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction. He has also played a key role in mentoring new project managers and leading PMO enablement initiatives.Sushil holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Mumbai and an MBA in Finance from Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS), Mumbai. Prior to Cisco, he worked at Accenture as an Application Development Analyst, developing smart metering solutions for a major UK utility client.A 99.99 percentiler with an All India Rank of 14 in the MBA-CET 2019, Sushil combines analytical thinking with strong execution skills.Outside of work, he is a national-level chess player with a FIDE rating of 1842 and the title of Arena Grandmaster. He is a passionate follower of AC Milan, a Marvel enthusiast, and a dedicated Potterhead.

Experience

1. Customer Project Manager

   Cisco

   Aug 2021 — Present · Bangalore Urban, IN

   Lead end-to-end delivery of digital transformation and infrastructure modernization programs across enterprise and government customers in the APJC region, including central banks and financial institutions.Drive the successful execution of Cisco’s flagship BCS and LCS solutions across multiple accounts, overseeing planning, scope management, financial forecasting, revenue tracking, and margin optimization (>50%).Spearhead Solution Validation Services (SVS) for critical production environments, including multi-vendor integration testing, software lifecycle reviews, PSIRT/FN risk assessments, and network readiness evaluations.Manage high-visibility upgrade and migration projects for data center (VXLAN, NDFC), campus (Catalyst), ACI, and security architectures (Firewall, Umbrella, Secure Connect), in collaboration with CX engineering, BU, and HTOM teams.Coordinate PMO best practices through delivery governance, stakeholder reporting, process automation, and enablement workshops across global cohorts.Skilled in predictive, agile, and hybrid delivery models, with hands-on expertise in tools like Jira, Salesforce, and Smartsheet.Certified in PMP, CSM, and SAFe Agile, with additional training in AI for Project Management, Lifecycle Success (LCS), and Solution Validation (SVS).

Education

• Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS)

  Masters in Management Studies(M.M.S), MBA, Accounting and Finance

  2019 — 2021

• Vivekanand Education Society's Institute Of Technology

  Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Electronics and Telecommunications

  2011 — 2015

• CHM College

  Science

  2009 — 2011

Skills

• Network Security
• Sql
• C++
• Php
• Public Speaking
• Data Compression
• Telecommunications
• Teaching
• Radar
• Pl/Sql
• Computer Networking
• Intuitiveness
• Microsoft Excel
• Mysql
• Electronics
• Team Leadership
• Core Java
• Html