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$$ \Huge \textbf {Dr. Arjun Sharma} \\ \small Product\ Security\ Leader $$
<aside> <img src="/icons/bookmark_gray.svg" alt="/icons/bookmark_gray.svg" width="40px" /> Dynamic DevSecOps Practitioner with a proven track record in cybersecurity, specializing in IGA, EDR, ITDR, and XDR products. Adept at translating complex cybersecurity challenges into customer-centric solutions. Experience in assessing customer desires and requirements and generating a product that successfully meets those standards. Known for driving excellence in DevSecOps practices, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and achieving business objectives. Bringing forth the ability to determine product specifications, production timelines, and in-depth plans for product development.
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Product Security Leader at Rockwell Automation, India | Remote [May 2024 – Present]
DevSecOps Management:
Oversee the integration of security practices into the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the software release process, ensuring security is embedded at every stage. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, security experts, and operations, to build secure software solutions.
Product Management:
Manage the entire lifecycle of software products, from planning and execution to delivery. Define product requirements and set objectives, balancing security needs with user requirements. Monitor industry trends and advancements in DevSecOps to adapt strategies and tools, ensuring competitive edge.
Product Security Architecture:
Design and implement robust security architectures for various IT projects. Conduct vulnerability assessments, security testing, and risk analysis to identify and mitigate potential security risks. Develop prerequisites for networks, firewalls, routers, and other network devices to ensure secure infrastructure.
Leadership and Training:
Provide guidance and training to team members on secure coding practices and security principles. Establish clear communication channels with stakeholders to discuss security issues and potential solutions. Coordinate incident response efforts, working with the team to quickly address and resolve security breaches or vulnerabilities.
Compliance and Audits:
Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with established security standards and policies. Identify KPIs to measure the effectiveness of DevSecOps initiatives and make data-driven decisions for continuous improvement.
Product Leader at Zillion Technologies, India | Remote [May 2021 – May 2024]
- Led and motivated a team of over 20 professionals across development, engineering, design, and marketing, with a strong emphasis on DevSecOps practices.
- Pioneered DevSecOps strategies and cybersecurity training programs, establishing a robust security culture within the organization.
- Streamlined product development processes by integrating security principles into engineering design and deployments.
- Advocated for Secure SDLC strategies and practices, overseeing the implementation of defensive configurations and countermeasures across cloud infrastructure and applications.
- Simplified automation processes to integrate security within CI/CD pipelines, enabling early incorporation of security measures in the development lifecycle.
- Actively participated in product planning cycles with engineering teams, ensuring the integration of security measures throughout the product lifecycle.
- Assisted in the prioritization and remediation of vulnerabilities identified through automated and manual assessments, promoting swift and effective resolution.
- Effectively communicated vulnerability findings to both technical and non-technical business units, aligning with the organization's risk tolerance. Spearheaded the re-conceptualization and development of a revolutionary Threat Detection and Response (TDR) product with a strong emphasis on DevSecOps.
- Bridged cross-functional teams, aligning technical requirements with ambitious business objectives.
- Managed the end-to-end product life-cycle with a focus on integrating security into concurrent projects.
- Engaged with prospective customers, crafting products that drove significant customer acquisitions with strong security measures.
- Conducted product demos, performed Proof of Concepts (POCs), and built wire-frames to meet customer needs and expectations.
Principal Product Manager at CastleBridge Consulting, India | Remote [January 2020 – April 2021]
- Led the development and implementation of Testing Bot to automate T2P (Test to Production) processes for HCM (Human Capital Management) customers, significantly reducing manual effort and increasing efficiency.
- Spearheaded the automation of resource-intensive HR functions, enabling the organization to streamline operations and focus on strategic initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the Testing Bot met customer requirements and delivered high-quality, reliable automation solutions.
- Conducted product demos and Proof of Concepts (POCs) to showcase the capabilities of the Testing Bot to prospective customers, driving adoption and customer satisfaction.
- Built wireframes and detailed product specifications to guide the development team and ensure alignment with customer needs and business objectives.
- Managed the end-to-end product lifecycle, from conceptualization to deployment, ensuring timely delivery and continuous improvement of the Testing Bot.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback and iterate on product features, ensuring the Testing Bot remained relevant and effective in addressing customer pain points.
Technical Product Manager at IDMWorks, India | Remote [September 2015 – December 2019]
- Product Delivery Orchestration: Led the end-to-end delivery of Oracle IGA Platform Connectors for Mainframes, ensuring alignment with customer demands and project timelines.
- Customer Engagement: Acted as the primary point of contact for customers, gathering requirements, providing updates, and ensuring satisfaction with the delivered products.
- OEM Partnership Management: Managed the relationship with Oracle as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), ensuring compliance with their standards and leveraging their resources for product development.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Coordinated with engineering, QA, and support teams to ensure seamless product development and deployment.
- Technical Leadership: Provided technical guidance and support to the development team, ensuring the integration of best practices and innovative solutions.
- Project Management: Utilized Agile methodologies to manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
- Quality Assurance: Oversaw the QA process to ensure the highest quality of product delivery, including rigorous testing and validation of connectors.
- Documentation and Training: Developed comprehensive documentation and training materials for both internal teams and customers, facilitating smooth product adoption and usage.
- Market Analysis: Conducted market research to identify customer needs and industry trends, informing product development and strategic planning.
Senior Member Technical Staff at Oracle, India | Noida [July 2010 – August 2015]
- Software Development: Developed and maintained key components of Oracle Identity Governance and Administration (IGA) solutions, ensuring high performance and reliability.
- OEM Partner Management: Collaborated with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) partners to drive and manage the delivery of integrated solutions, ensuring alignment with Oracle's standards and customer requirements.
- Technical Leadership: Provided technical expertise and guidance to junior developers at Oracle as well as at the OEM, fostering a collaborative and innovative development environment.
- Project Coordination: Coordinated with cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and support, to ensure seamless integration and delivery of partner solutions.
- Requirement Analysis: Engaged with OEM partners to gather and analyze requirements, translating them into technical specifications and actionable development plans.
- Quality Assurance: Participated in code reviews, testing, and validation processes to ensure the highest quality of delivered solutions.
- Documentation: Created and maintained comprehensive technical documentation, including design specifications, user guides, and API documentation.
- Customer Support: Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues reported by customers, ensuring timely and effective solutions.
<aside> <img src="/icons/graduate_gray.svg" alt="/icons/graduate_gray.svg" width="40px" /> R V College of Engineering, Bengaluru - Bachelor of Engineering in Information Science [2006 - 2010]
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