Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Languages
Key Projects
Timeline
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GREESHMA RAJAN

GREESHMA RAJAN

Dubai,DU

Summary

Senior GRC Consultant with over 8 years of specialized experience in enhancing governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) processes across diverse sectors, including Utilities, Banking, Financial Services, Insurance (BFSI), and Healthcare. Currently serving as an Archer Expert at Paramount, with a proven track record of designing and implementing tailored Archer solutions that meet the unique needs of clients in the GCC region.

Successfully led multiple key implementation projects that streamline risk management practices, improve regulatory compliance, and drive operational efficiency. Passionate about leveraging technology to support and transform risk management initiatives, helping organizations build resilience and achieve sustainable growth in an ever-evolving business environment.-

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Associate Manager- GRC Solutions

Paramount Computer Systems
Dubai, UAE
12.2023 - 02.2025
  • Enhanced team efficiency by implementing project management strategies.
  • Increased over 10 client satisfaction with tailored service approaches.
  • Streamlined operations, resulting in time and cost efficiencies.
  • Developed organisational policies for administrative oversight and internal controls.
  • Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful administrative team.
  • Investigated issues affecting group operations, prepared reports and helped correct problems.
  • Prepared proposals outlining requirements, potential solutions and required resources, timelines and costs to achieve objectives.
  • Documented processes and SOPs to enforce adherence to established methods.
  • Converted intricate business requirements into functional specifications.
  • Showcased exceptional leadership skills when guiding teams during high-pressure situations leading to successful outcomes.
  • Monitored team performance and provided consistent empowering feedback to boost employee morale.
  • Evaluated operational performance metrics, analysing KPIs to uncover areas in need of improvement.
  • Trained and mentored 6 to 7 new hires, supporting onboarding process to promote mastery of job-specific skills.
  • Coordinated cross-departmental collaborations, fostering unified work culture.

Team Lead - GRC Solutions

Paramount Computer Systems
Dubai, UAE
12.2020 - 01.2024
  • Strong experience on configuration and customization of Archer platform versions from 6.2 and higher.
  • Understanding business processes used by customer and to automate their existing process & performing enhancement of applications on Archer platform
  • Building customized reports & dashboards as per customer requirements
  • Expertise in Archer on premise smart installation & upgrades
  • Experience on Archer advanced features like Data feed, Archer Integration with various tools, LDAP (AD) sync with Archer
  • Involved in RFP clarification meetings with customer, preparation of Technical proposal & project plans
  • Work in partnership with clients to implement security controls in pragmatic ways that deliver investment value and support business operations
  • Led deployment of Archer GRC platform for multiple clients, resulting in improved risk management processes and compliance tracking, which reduced audit time by 30%
  • Conducted comprehensive training sessions for over 60 end-users on Archer features, significantly improving user adoption rates and promoting best practices for GRC processes
  • Deep Hands-on experience on Enterprise Risk Management, Policy Program management, Compliance Management, Third Party Risk Management, Audit Management
  • Maintaining Web and Database Server Management, Archer Services, IIS Server Management, fine tuning activity
  • Risk Management
  • Knowledge of Information Security frameworks and standards
  • Testing & troubleshoot of Archer Implementations
  • Design UI experience of customers
  • Led weekly meetings, providing clear direction on project objectives.
  • Delegated tasks to make best use of individuals' skills.
  • Led team of 8 to achieve KPI targets and successfully complete assigned projects.

Technical Consultant - GRC Solutions

Paramount Computer Systems
09.2017 - 11.2020
  • Troubleshot operating systems, hardware and software problems to identify root causes.
  • Combined technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills to diagnose and resolve issues remotely.
  • Followed technical documentation for accurate installation, maintenance and repair work.
  • Installed new software for users and monitored version and patch update requirements.
  • Acted as reliable Subject Matter Expert (SME) by providing prompt and accurate expertise to other support agents.
  • Referred to internal knowledge base to quickly locate and apply up-to-date troubleshooting steps.

Career Break - Motherhood

Home
Dubai, UAE
06.2011 - 08.2017

Took a planned career break for motherhood, during which several transferable skills were further developed and refined:

  • Time Management: Effectively balanced multiple responsibilities, ensuring deadlines and priorities were consistently met.
  • Adaptability: Quickly adapted to new challenges and changing environments, a skill directly applicable to dynamic project environments.
  • Problem-Solving: Managed unforeseen challenges, fostering resilience and innovative thinking.
  • Multitasking: Handled diverse tasks simultaneously, improving efficiency and focus under pressure.
  • Communication & Negotiation: Enhanced interpersonal communication skills through daily coordination and conflict resolution.
  • Emotional Intelligence: Strengthened empathy, patience, and understanding—valuable assets for team leadership and client interactions.
  • Organizational Skills: Streamlined routines and managed logistics, enhancing overall organizational capabilities.
  • Decision-Making: Made quick, informed decisions in high-pressure situations, applicable to project and risk management scenarios.

Senior Instrumentation Engineer

McDermott International
01.2008 - 06.2011
  • Produced accurate and detailed P and ID drawings to ensure seamless implementation on site.
  • Streamlined communication with other engineering departments for a more efficient workflow.
  • Collaborated closely with field engineers on-site to fine-tune instrument configurations as needed, ensuring optimal performance at all times.

Education

Bachelor of Electronics & Communication Engineering - Electronics

Kongu Engineering College, Anna University
India
08.2003 - 06.2007

Skills

  • Leadership skills
  • Strong communication
  • Creative thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Active listening
  • Outstanding customer service
  • Risk Management
  • Project coordination

Certification

  • ISO 27001 LA & LI
  • ISO 22301 LA & LI
  • GRC Professional Certified (OCEG)
  • Archer Expert Certified
  • ISO 31000 Certified
  • CCSK Certified
  • Supply Chain Risk Management (ISO 27036)
  • Risk Management course (Cybrary)
  • Basics of ESG
  • Perusing CRISC
  • Attended "Seven Pillars of Leadership Effectiveness" trainings

Accomplishments

  • GEM- Going Extra Mile Award from Paramount Computer Systems
  • Conducted Session on "Project Management using Archer"
  • Presented on topic "Elevating the ORM Landscape beyond RCSA in BFSI" at the Archer Summit - Dubai
  • 2-time winner of Technical Quiz conducted within Paramount

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent

Key Projects

Risk Management & Compliance Solution Implementation: Risk Management, Compliance Implemented a comprehensive risk and compliance solution to enhance Dubai's Key Utility organizations governance framework.

GRC Solution Implementation & Project Management: Led project management and full-scale GRC solution deployment in one of the Ministry offices.

Solution Installation & Upgrades: Performed installations and upgrades of Archer solutions on customer premises.

Third-Party Risk Management & Audit Findings Management: Led the End-to-end implementation s for third-party risk management, NPPA, Audit Findings, Operational Risk management in one of the leading banks in Dubai.

Operational Risk Management, Business Continuity & TPRM: Successfully led and executed projects by helping a GCC banking customers design well-streamlined processes for Operational Risk Management, Business Continuity, and Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM)

Business Continuity Implementation: Led the comprehensive functional design of the Business Continuity Management (BCM) module in Dubai's key utility firm, ensuring a holistic approach that addressed all client requirements and operational needs.

Risk & Audit Solutions Implementation: Spearheaded the full automation of the end-to-end internal audit process, leveraging industry best practices to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and transparency.

Timeline

Associate Manager- GRC Solutions

Paramount Computer Systems
12.2023 - 02.2025

Team Lead - GRC Solutions

Paramount Computer Systems
12.2020 - 01.2024

Technical Consultant - GRC Solutions

Paramount Computer Systems
09.2017 - 11.2020

Career Break - Motherhood

Home
06.2011 - 08.2017

Senior Instrumentation Engineer

McDermott International
01.2008 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Electronics & Communication Engineering - Electronics

Kongu Engineering College, Anna University
08.2003 - 06.2007
  • ISO 27001 LA & LI
  • ISO 22301 LA & LI
  • GRC Professional Certified (OCEG)
  • Archer Expert Certified
  • ISO 31000 Certified
  • CCSK Certified
  • Supply Chain Risk Management (ISO 27036)
  • Risk Management course (Cybrary)
  • Basics of ESG
  • Perusing CRISC
  • Attended "Seven Pillars of Leadership Effectiveness" trainings
GREESHMA RAJAN