amrita singh
@amritasingh1
Strategic program manager with expertise in Cyber security and IT.
CanadaWhat I'm looking for
I am a strategic project leader with 17 years of experience in managing complex Cyber security and IT programs. My expertise lies in leading cross-functional teams to achieve peak performance and delivering multimillion-dollar projects. I have a proven track record in PMO development and establishing sustainable processes for seamless project delivery.
Throughout my career, I have successfully managed various Cyber security initiatives, including Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) solutions and real-time cyber metric reporting platforms. My hands-on experience with Cyber security tools and my ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders have been key to my success in optimizing program performance and driving continuous improvement.
I am passionate about mentoring and developing teams, ensuring quality and consistency in project delivery. My goal is to leverage my extensive experience to contribute to innovative Cyber security solutions that protect organizations from emerging threats.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Project Manager - Cyber Security
City of Toronto
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year)
Led multiple cyber security projects at the City of Toronto, optimizing program performance and managing a team of 10. Achievements include reducing cloud operations costs by $30K/month and optimizing project budgets by $800K. Established project governance and enhanced cyber project delivery methodologies.
Program Manager - Global Delivery
CUJO AI
Sep 2021 - Jun 2024 (2 years 9 months)
Managed customer project delivery lifecycle for CUJO AI, leading teams to deliver cybersecurity solutions to Network Service Providers. Responsibilities included project scoping, stakeholder management, and oversight of project implementation across multiple clients.
Senior Project Manager - Cyber Security
Rogers Communication Inc.
Jun 2015 - Sep 2021 (6 years 3 months)
Delivered and managed cybersecurity initiatives at Rogers, focusing on compliance, risk assessment, and incident response. Led a team of SMEs and implemented key projects including Data Loss Prevention and SIEM solutions, enhancing the organization's security posture.
Senior Consultant, PMO
PFH
Jan 2012 - Jun 2015 (3 years 5 months)
Provided project management consultancy services, focusing on PMO development and process optimization. Worked with various clients to enhance project delivery and governance frameworks.
Senior HR Consultant
Europcar
Jan 2010 - Jan 2011 (1 year)
Managed HR consulting projects, focusing on recruitment and talent management strategies to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Senior Recruitment Consultant
Harvey Nash
Jan 2009 - Jan 2010 (1 year)
Led recruitment initiatives, connecting clients with top talent in the technology sector. Focused on building strong relationships and understanding client needs.
Deputy HR Manager
DLF
Apr 2006 - Jan 2009 (2 years 9 months)
Supported HR operations, focusing on employee engagement, recruitment, and performance management. Assisted in developing HR policies and procedures.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Unknown Institution
Certified Information Systems Manager, Information Security Management
2021 - 2021
Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM), focusing on information security management and governance.
UTUniversity of Toronto
Certificate in Cyber Security Management, Cyber Security Management
2019 - 2019
Earned a Certificate in Cyber Security Management, covering essential aspects of managing cyber security risks and strategies.
Unknown Institution
Certified Project Management Professional, Project Management
2015 - 2015
Achieved certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP), demonstrating expertise in project management principles and practices.
YBYork University, Schulich School of Business
Master Certificate in Project Management, Project Management
2014 - 2014
Completed a Master Certificate in Project Management, focusing on advanced project management techniques and methodologies.
UTUniversity of Toronto
Master's in Business Administration, Business Administration
2006 - 2006
Completed a Master's in Business Administration (MBA), focusing on strategic management and business operations.
Unknown University
Bachelors in Information Technology, Information Technology
2003 - 2003
Obtained a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, gaining foundational knowledge in IT systems and management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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