Vikram Kashyap

About Vikram Kashyap

Detail-oriented IT professional with 18+ years of experience. Skilled at operating in a wide range of platforms. Excellent written and oral communication skills; capable of explaining complex software issues in easy-to-understand terms. Worked using Agile methodology for product/project management in various capacities. Currently working with Aptara International in the capacity of Sr. Project Manager since Nov-2022. managing a functional and technical team of 22 associates with a strong sense of quality ownership and feature advocation, involved in Test Planning, defect resolution, defect tracking, following Agile methodology, defining the test strategy and approach, provide quality assurance leadership, and be ultimately responsible for ensuring product quality. Acts as an Agile coach and as an adviser to resources to meet schedules and/or resolve technical issues. Develops and administers schedules and performance requirements, according to the budget. Ensures that the area of responsibility is properly organized, staffed, skilled and directed. Guides, motivates and develops direct and indirect resources within HR policies

Experience

1. Program Manager

   HCLTech

   Feb 2024 — Present · Noida, IN

   Key Roles and Responsibilities 1. Planning and Strategy: Instrumental in developing comprehensive project plans, setting timelines, budgets, and resource allocations. Also playing vital role in aligning IT projects with the organization\'s overall strategy and goals.2. Project Coordination: Overseeing multiple projects within a program, ensuring they are progressing on schedule, within scope, and on budget. Coordinating efforts across different project teams.3. Stakeholder Management: Engaging with stakeholders, including executives, clients, and team members, to gather requirements, provide updates, and manage expectations.4. Risk Management: Identifying potential risks, developing mitigation strategies, and responding to issues as they arise to ensure the program stays on track.5. Quality Assurance: Ensuring that the deliverables meet the required quality standards and that the project outputs are in line with the initial goals.6. Resource Management: Allocating resources efficiently, including personnel, technology, and financial assets, to support the program’s objectives.7. Reporting and Documentation: Keeping thorough records of the program’s progress, including status reports, financial reports, and post-project evaluations.8. Leadership and Team Building: Providing guidance and support to project managers and team members, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.9. Change Management: Managing changes to the program scope, schedule, and resources effectively and ensuring smooth implementation of changes.10. Compliance and Governance: Ensuring that the program adheres to relevant regulations, standards, and organizational policies.

Education

• National Institute of Information Technology

  GNIIT

  1996 — 1999

• St. Martin Diocesan School, Delhi Cantt-10

  Computer Science

  1994 — 1996

• Delhi University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Eng Hons.

  1996 — 1999

• IGNOU

  Certificate in Computing (CIC)

  1999 — 2000

• Indira Gandhi National Open University

  Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.)

  2000 — 2003

Skills

• Debugging
• Agile & Waterfall Methodologies
• Agile Methodologies
• Visual Svn
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Agile
• Software Development
• Web Services
• Erp
• Vba
• Sdlc
• Defect Resolutions
• Functional Testing
• Vba Macros with Excel
• Sql
• Vb Script
• User Acceptance Testing
• Sharepoint
• Microsoft Project
• Business Analysis
• C++
• Software Project Management
• Uix
• Visual C++
• Tortoise Svn
• Integration Testing
• Test Planning
• Agile Project Management
• Agile Testing
• Project Management
• Vendor Management
• Defect Tracking
• Crm
• Scrum
• Multithreading
• Quality Assurance
• Management
• Java
• Requirements Analysis
• Team Management