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Senior Technology Project, Program, and Portfolio Manager with 30 years experiance

Saint Margarets, Ireland
Worldwide
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
Saint Margarets, Ireland
Worldwide
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration

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Agile MethodologyData AnalysisFinancial InstitutionBusiness Continuity PlanningBusiness Process ImprovementStrategic ManagementChange ManagementSoftware as a ServiceComputer SecurityContract ManagementData GovernanceDigitizationGovernanceInformation Technology Infrastructure Libraries (ITIL)IT Service ManagementPortfolio ManagementPRojects IN Controlled Environments Version 2 (PRINCE2)RestructuringSecurity Information and Event ManagementStakeholder EngagementStakeholder ManagementStrategic CommunicationStrategic SourcingOperating ModelsGDPRProject DeliveryRisk Management
Program & Portfolio Management
Extensive expertise in program governance, PMO establishment, reporting structures, and multi-project oversight with proven experience across major financial institutions and transport authorities.

Data Governance & Cybersecurity
Specialized knowledge in GDPR compliance, data risk management, and implementation of cybersecurity frameworks including SSO and SIEM initiatives across enterprise environments.

Technology Transformation
Strategic leadership in cloud migration, SaaS implementation, and data analytics with successful delivery of major digital transformation programs for organizations including Aer Lingus and National Transport Authority.

Project Delivery Methodologies
Proficiency in multiple project methodologies including Agile, Prince2, and hybrid approaches with certification in ITIL, ITSM, COBIT5, PMI, and RAD.

Vendor & Contract Management
Expertise in managing third-party supplier relationships, SLA oversight, and strategic sourcing with experience managing 300+ IT resources across 20+ active projects.

Change Management
Skilled in organizational transformation, operating model restructuring, and process improvement with focus on stakeholder engagement and business continuity planning.

Executive Communication
Strong capability in board-level reporting, stakeholder management, and strategic communications with experience chairing executive sessions and governance boards.
 

Languages

EnglishFluent

Project history

Freelance Management Consultant

MultiPlooy Limited, Ireland
Current assignment as Portfolio Manager at Aer Lingus, managing data warehouse workload, leading technology transformation programs, implementing Salesforce Service and Marketing Cloud, and ensuring compliance with data policies and EU regulations.

Program Director

Capgemini Sogeti, Ireland
Management consultant to the National Transport Authority (NTA) CIO, developed technology strategy for cloud migration and SaaS, established IT Service Management framework, defined GDPR assessment process, and implemented cybersecurity initiatives.

Head of IT (Group Risk)

First National Bank of South Africa
Led three-year transformation program consolidating group functions across Risk, Fraud, Cyber, and AML. Managed technology policies, established governance boards, implemented regulatory controls, and managed 150+ technology resources and third-party suppliers.

Vice President Technology (Risk), All of Africa

Barclays Africa Bank (ABSA Bank)
Directed group-wide services and technology delivery across Africa, managed IT risks and third-party dependencies, led Africa growth strategy establishing new banks in 13 countries, and delivered major initiatives including core banking system implementation and fraud reduction solutions.

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