Wasim Raja Khan

Experienced IT professional with over 16 years of expertise in managing and leading complex IT projects, including full lifecycle ERP and CRM applications. Proficient in business process analysis, strategy development, and translating requirements into technical specifications and solutions. Demonstrates strong leadership and people management skills, ensuring collaboration and high performance in cross-functional teams. Adept at stakeholder communication, risk management, and quality assurance, with a commitment to ethical practices and delivering customer-centric solutions. Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wasimrkhan/

Key Skills

Business process analysis
Strategic IT Planning
Team Leadership
Project Management
IT Budget Management
Enterprise Information Systems
IT Service Management
Agile Methodologies / Risk Mgmt
Disaster Recovery / Digital Transformation
Cloud Computing / Stakeholder engagement
Consulting & communication skills
Cross-group collaboration / Change Mgmt

Professional Experience

Apr 2022
Apr 2024
Technical Manager
GBS Riyadh, KSA, SA
Managed a diverse team of IT professionals in providing efficient IT services across the Middle East region- UAE / KSA
  •  Led cross-functional teams in developing and executing strategic partnership plans, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives
  •  Utilized strong communication skills to present partnership opportunities to key stakeholders and decision-makers, successfully negotiating and securing favorable agreements
  •  Applied strategic thinking and critical thinking skills to identify new business opportunities and drive growth in existing partnerships
  •  Developed comprehensive business plans and conducted regular business reviews to assess performance, identify areas for improvement, and drive strategic decision-making
  •  Drafted and negotiated framework agreements and partnership agreements, ensuring clear terms and conditions to protect the interests of both parties
  • Orchestrated a company-wide digital transformation initiative, integrating advanced analytics and AI, which increased data-driven decisionmaking
    by 40% and contributed to a 25% growth in annual revenue for financial services.
  • Directed IT service management and digital transformation projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and industry bestpractices. 
  • Increased annual revenue by 15% to $5M by optimizing project delivery timelines.
    Reduced operational costs by 20%, saving the company $1M annually through enhanced workflow automation.
  • Managed a portfolio of over 50 projects, with individual budgets totaling $70M.
  • Led the overhaul of cybersecurity protocols, reducing security breaches by 60% and enhancing the company's reputation for data protection, resulting in a 20% increase in customer trust metrics.
Aug 2010
Apr 2022
Senior Transformation Manager -Europe, M East, AU
IBM Delhi, IN
Oversaw large-scale IT projects within the Oil & GAS, BFSI, health services sector, ensuring timely and efficient execution
  • Led a $50M multi-year transformation initiative for Banking domain projects as a Program Leader, enhancing the retail banking experience for IBM global customers and service representatives, streamlining operational processes, and reducing variable operational expenses by over 20%.
  • Overseeing digital transformation projects for Europe, Middle East, and Australia regions at IBM
  • Leading a team of data engineers and system engineers to implement Informatica products for clients
  • Utilizing data engineering principles and practices to ensure successful implementation of transformation projects
  • Managing risks and ensuring compliance with regulations through effective risk management strategies
  • Building capacity within the team by providing training and mentoring to enhance skills in cloud solutions and problem-solving techniques
  • Led cross-functional teams in the successful delivery of complex IT projects from concept through final implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.
  • Managed project delivery technical experts, providing technical and analytical guidance to resolve project issues and challenges.
  • Developed executive-level reports and presentations for senior management, effectively communicating project status and key milestones.
  • Built strong customer relationships and delivered customer-centric solutions to meet business needs and enhance client satisfaction.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to team members, supporting their professional development and growth within the organization. 
May 2008
Jul 2010
Sr, System specialist
HCL Technologies Delhi, IN
Provided leadership for a team of IT professionals, ensuring delivery of efficient services
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Jun 2006
Jun 2008
Senior System Administrator
Mtech India Pvt Ltd Delhi, IN
Established and followed efficient incident management protocols to quickly address any system failures or disruptions.
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Feb 2005
May 2006
Network Support Engineer
Giris Information System New Delhi, IN
Offering comprehensive support for the printing of books and journals specifically for users based in Delhi. This involved a range of tasks to ensure high-quality printing services and customer satisfaction. Key aspects of my responsibilities included:
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Education

Aug 2013
Dec 2015
Master in Business Administration (Finance) in Jamia Millia Islamia
Jun 2001
Jun 2005
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science in Sikkim Manipal University - Gangtok

Certifications

2019
PMP
PMI -USA
2020
Agile Certified PMP
PMI -USA
2005
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
Microsoft
2005
ITIL v3 Certified
Axilos
2024
PMI - Generative AI
Project Management Institute
2017
AWS Certifed Solutions Architect - Associate Level
Amazon

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