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Alex Xavier Hannah

Alex Xavier Hannah

Yverdon-les-Bains,Switzerland

Summary

Committed manager with exceptional leadership, organisational skills and communication abilities leads high-performing cross-functional teams. Leads projects, company operations and business growth.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager - Infrastructure Services

DXC
Geneva, Geneva
03.2023 - 03.2025

Cloud Management Platform (CMP) - CMP is built on ServiceNow platform to manage, monitor and optimize cloud resources across multiple environments. The platform gives visibility and control over cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure and Private Cloud)

  • Pioneered delivery model with tiered delivery framework to support cloud Infrastructure, integrating nearshore teams to optimize costs and enhance pricing strategies
  • Onboarded 200+ nearshore team members and successfully implemented delivery model
  • Integrated new technologies into existing systems for improved functionality.
  • Streamlined end-to-end Image Factory process, IaaS / DBaaS lifecycle operations, from provisioning to de-provisioning, collaborating with SNOW developers, IT Infrastructure teams and external vendors
  • Established and led adoption of monitoring best practices in partnership with infrastructure experts, successfully implementing solutions with Nagios team
  • Skillfully handled escalations to ensure project continuity and integrity during pivotal transition periods
  • Defined and implemented SLAs and KPIs to measure performance
  • Achieved operational synergy by aligning ITSM processes with Delivery and Account Management, improving workflow and communication
  • Delivered comprehensive weekly and monthly reports to management and stakeholders, highlighting progress and strategic insights
  • Delivered high-quality products to increase customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration for improved workflow.

Technologies: - MS Project, Jira, Confluence, Share Point, MS Teams, ServiceNow, MS-SQL, Oracle, MongoDB, MariaDB, Azure, PPDM, Windows, Linux, Open Shift, RVS, MQ, VM Ware, DHPC NSX-T software-defined networking (SDN), F5, Fortinet, Redis, Elastic, Nagios, Nessus, Power Shell, MS Office

Program and Project Manager

DXC
Geneva
02.2020 - 03.2023

Compliance, Security and Cloud Modernisation Programs - DXC initiated Programs to manage OS patching and storage devices compliance, Server Automation tools deployment, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools deployment, Private Cloud Modernisation for CNEE regional accounts

  • Orchestrated regional rollout of Private Cloud Modernisation initiatives for CNEE accounts, collaborating with delivery, run, and security leads to ensure strategic alignment
  • Consistently delivered detailed weekly and monthly performance reports to management and stakeholders, providing actionable insights and highlighting milestones
  • Mitigated potential risks effectively, safeguarded against possible pitfalls within projects.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time.
  • Successfully met 95% of Compliance and Deployment objectives, demonstrating exceptional program management proficiency

Technologies: - MS Project, MS Office, Share Point, MS Teams, ServiceNow, Crowd Strike, Carbon Black, MFSA, Azure, AWS, VM Ware, Power BI

Technical Project Manager

Nestle/DXC
Geneva
08.2016 - 01.2020

Company Overview: Complementary Applications (CATI) are set of applications/products that helps Nestle businesses customize and optimize their process and integrates data with existing SAP Systems

  • Spearheaded end-to-end delivery of infrastructure projects, including Data center migrations and cloud deployments, delivering high-quality results through effective coordination with cross-functional business streams, external vendors and IT infrastructure teams
  • Established managed services for IT support in partnership with client
  • Led and inspired team of over 10 Technical Consultants
  • Organized bi-weekly stakeholder meetings to synchronize project objectives with organizational goals, ensuring consistent updates and feedback integration
  • Drove sales growth by contributing to Request for Proposals (RFPs) and aiding in contract negotiations
  • Complementary Applications (CATI) are set of applications/products that helps Nestle businesses customize and optimize their process and integrates data with existing SAP Systems

Technologies: - MS Project, MS Office, Share Point, ServiceNow, MS SCCM, Azure, .Net, MS SQL, Access, Nimbus, Metric Stream, SAP, Power Shell

Manager

Atos (Formerly Cambridge Technology Partners)
Nyon
01.2011 - 07.2016
  • Spearheaded project delivery for ATOS clients, ensuring top-tier service and satisfaction
  • Managed infrastructure upgrade project - Share Point 2007 to Share Point 2010 - for Nestle
  • Contributed to sales initiatives by supporting Request for Proposals (RFPs) for many ATOS clients
  • Formerly Cambridge Technology Partners
  • Technologies: - MS Office, MS Project, Share Point 2007/2010, K2, SQL Server, SAP, Nimbus, Power Shell, VB Script, HP Service Manager
  • Implemented cost reduction measures, reduced overhead expenses.

Senior Consultant and Project Coordinator

CTP
Geneva, Geneva
01.2006 - 12.2010
  • Spearheaded project coordination and technical leadership (5 developers) for key Swiss clients in Food & Beverage and Automotive industries (Nestle)
  • Functioned as SharePoint Administrator (2007 & 2010) and Technical Owner of Share Point infrastructure
  • Coordinated with K2 teams to integrate K2 Black Pearl in client's infrastructure Nestle
  • Level 3 Support Lead for esteemed client, Nestlé
  • Technologies: - MS Office, Share Point 2010, K2 2003/Black Pearl, SQL Server, SAP, Nimbus, HP Service Manager

Consultant and Technical Team Lead

CTP
08.2001 - 12.2005
  • Spearheaded technical leadership for team of 5 developers, delivering robust solutions in VB and .Net for prestigious Swiss clients in Food & Beverage and Automotive sectors, including Nestlé

IT consultant

KPIT
India
06.2000 - 07.2001
  • Researched emerging technologies keeping abreast with industry trends.
  • Provided expert advice for optimal software solutions.

Member of Technical Staff

CGS limited
India
07.1998 - 05.2000
  • Developed innovative software solutions to improve overall system efficiency.
  • Managed robust database systems for optimised data management and retrieval.

Software Engineer

CGS limited
India
06.1997 - 06.1998
  • Designed customised software solutions in response to unique client requirements.
  • Managed source codes using version control tools, ensuring easy tracking and revisions.
  • Executed quality assurance checks, maintaining high standard of product output.

Education

Master (MCA) - Computer Applications

Bharathidasan University
Trichy
06.1994 - 04.1997

Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Physics

Bharathidasan University
Trichy
06.1991 - 04.1994

Skills

  • Project Management - Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Prince2
  • Stakeholder management, Managed Services
  • Process Improvement, Operations Management, ITSM, ITIL
  • Infrastructure Expertise - Azure, Cloud computing, Cloud migration, Public/Private Cloud Infrastructure, Servers, Storage, Virtualization
  • Scripting - Powershell, VBScript, Python
  • Diplomatic communication
  • Inspiring motivation
  • Technical proficiency
  • KPI tracking
  • Leadership skills

Certification

  • PRINCE2 Practitioner, PeopleCert, 02/01/25
  • PRINCE2 Foundation and Practitioner 7th Edition Course, Simplilearn, 01/01/24
  • Azure Fundamentals Certification, Microsoft, 03/01/23
  • Scrum Master, DXC Technology, 08/01/20
  • Nestle Certified WHITE BELT for Continuous Excellence/Process Improvement, Nestle, 04/01/13
  • Elevate for Program Managers - Success Profile (DXC Program), DXC Technology, 11/01/21

Languages

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Personal Information

  • Date of birth: 02/05/1974
  • Nationality: Swiss
  • Marital status: Married

Timeline

Manager - Infrastructure Services

DXC
03.2023 - 03.2025

Program and Project Manager

DXC
02.2020 - 03.2023

Technical Project Manager

Nestle/DXC
08.2016 - 01.2020

Manager

Atos (Formerly Cambridge Technology Partners)
01.2011 - 07.2016

Senior Consultant and Project Coordinator

CTP
01.2006 - 12.2010

Consultant and Technical Team Lead

CTP
08.2001 - 12.2005

IT consultant

KPIT
06.2000 - 07.2001

Member of Technical Staff

CGS limited
07.1998 - 05.2000

Software Engineer

CGS limited
06.1997 - 06.1998

Master (MCA) - Computer Applications

Bharathidasan University
06.1994 - 04.1997

Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Physics

Bharathidasan University
06.1991 - 04.1994
Alex Xavier Hannah