Pramod Poddar

Pramod Poddar has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Pramod is currently the Chief Operating Officer at Bare Cove Technology (BCT). In this position, they lead a team of cybersecurity, software development, and IT infrastructure experts, providing comprehensive IT and cybersecurity solutions to asset managers in the Asia Pacific region.

Prior to BCT, Pramod worked at Edge Technology Group, where they served as the Manager of Centralized Services. Pramod managed a team of engineers and was responsible for providing technology support and advisory services to over 80 financial clients in the Asia Pacific region. Pramod also oversaw the design, maintenance, and enhancement of data centers and private cloud infrastructure.

At Edge Technology Group, Pramod also held the role of Asia Network Security Lead. Pramod led a team of cybersecurity specialists, ensuring the network security of all Edge Asia Pacific offices and protecting the technology estates of regional and global financial clients. Pramod assisted clients in complying with various industry standards and frameworks.

Pramod's previous experiences include working at HCL Infosystems Ltd. as a Network Team Lead, where they managed network engineers and ensured SLAs were met. Pramod also automated processes for controlling internetworking devices. At First Tel Tech Pte. Ltd., Pramod served as the Network Manager, responsible for network migration, firewall configuration, and troubleshooting network performance.

Earlier in their career, Pramod worked as an IT Network Engineer at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, providing technical support and managing IT hardware and software. Pramod also supported various teams and facilitated global email migration projects. Pramod started their career at Dr. Reddy's Laboratories as an IT Support specialist, handling network and server management.

Overall, Pramod Poddar has substantial experience in IT, cybersecurity, network management, and leadership roles, gaining expertise in providing comprehensive IT solutions and managing complex technology infrastructures.

Pramod Poddar pursued their education in a chronological manner, with their first recorded educational experience being at the University of East Yangon from 2004 to 2008. During this time, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in English Language and Literature/Letters.

After completing their undergraduate studies, Pramod Poddar went on to attend the University of Yangon from 2009 to 2010, where they obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application.

In 2017 to 2018, Pramod Poddar enrolled in the Henley Business School, undertaking the Henley Executive Hedge Fund Program; however, there is no mention of a specific degree.

In addition to their formal education, Pramod Poddar has also obtained several industry certifications. These certifications include but are not limited to:

- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) from (ISC)², obtained in January 2018.

- Bloomberg Business Concept certification from Bloomberg LP, obtained in May 2018.

- Various certifications from Cisco, including Small and Midsize Business Engineer Representative (2014), Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA Routing and Switching) (2012), and Cisco Certified Network Professional Routing and Switching (CCNP Routing and Switching) (2014).

- Various certifications from Microsoft, including Exam 246: Monitoring and Operating a Private Cloud with System Center 2012 (2013), Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (Exchange Server 2010 Configuration) (2012), Microsoft Certified IT Professional (Server Administrator) (2012), Microsoft Certified Solution Associate (Windows Server 2008) (2012), and Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (Windows Vista Configuration) (2009).

- VMWare Certified Professional on vSphere 5 from VMware, obtained in October 2012.

The information provided does not mention the exact dates or details of the remaining certifications, including CCNA, Cisco Certified Networking Professional -Enterprise, Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation, Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core, Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Design, Exam 247: Configuring and Deploying a Private Cloud with System Center 2012, and Understanding of Cisco Network Devices.