Anand Kumar

CISSP, OSCP, PMP
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Pioneering Enterprise Growth through AI, Emerging Technologies, and Secure Digital Transformation

Forward-thinking technology executive with 20+ years delivering enterprise-scale innovations, AI-driven solutions, and DevSecOps transformations aligned with FedRAMP/NIST frameworks. Skilled at unifying cross-functional teams and aligning C-suite strategies with secure, cloud-based architectures that reduce costs, mitigate risks, and accelerate time-to-market. Demonstrated success leading programs up to $14.5M and championing data-driven, high-performing IT ecosystems that fuel bottom-line growth.

Professional Experience

American Institutes for Research
Managing Director, Chief Solutions Architect

2015 - Present

  • Led $6.5M annual technology portfolio and 40+ person technology division (software engineers, solutions architects, data scientists, site reliability engineers), delivering transformational social science research products and AI/ML initiatives while achieving FedRAMP/NIST compliance.
  • Pioneered enterprise-wide development, governance, and security frameworks, reducing deployment cycles 75% while architecting next-generation product suite integrating automation, serverless computing, and advanced LLM capabilities.
  • Orchestrated comprehensive DevSecOps modernization achieving operational efficiencies and cost savings via hybrid cloud architecture and automated security controls.
  • Spearheaded due diligence on technology-specific aspects of potential acquisitions, negotiated tech-focused transaction terms and legal documentation, and coordinated integration planning for seamless post-acquisition transitions.

Comskil, Inc.
Process Improvement Specialist

2013 - 2015

  • Drove organizational transformation for federal and research institutions (USDA OCIO, Society for Human Resource Management, Special Libraries Association), achieving CMMI-DEV Level 2 and 3 maturity through strategic process optimization.
  • Architected and deployed large-scale Atlassian environments supporting up to 3500 users with custom privacy and security controls, automated workflows, enterprise SSO, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices across 65+ instances.
  • Led technical strategy and implementation for PMO modernization, mentoring 95+ technology leaders in Agile methodologies, security best practices, and DevOps automation while ensuring CMMI compliance.

Noble Group
Technical Program Manager & Enterprise Architect

2010 - 2012

  • Led $14.5M global IT infrastructure transformation program, managing 65+ member cross-functional global team across data center relocation, network modernization, and security implementation.
  • Architected and executed comprehensive technology migration spanning multi-domain networks, virtualized server environments, and mission-critical trading systems while ensuring zero trading disruption.
  • Designed resilient architecture incorporating redundant data centers, MPLS networks, load balancers, and advanced security controls to support 24/7 global trading operations.

Merrill Lynch
Project Manager

2010 - 2010

  • Led strategic product reference data platform supporting 300+ applications across Capital Markets, Risk, and Wealth Management divisions.

RBS Sempra Commodities
Portfolio & Program Manager

2009 - 2010

  • Directed portfolio of 80+ IT initiatives spanning infrastructure, security, and trading systems, including high-profile algorithmic trading platform implementation. Mitigated project risks by establishing standardized governance protocols, streamlining resource allocation, and introducing formal change control processes.

JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Software Architect & Technical Program Manager

2000 - 2009

  • Architected and led development of mission-critical compliance and risk management platforms including Global Matter Management and Anti-Money Laundering systems - managing distributed teams of 10+ developers.
  • Designed enterprise data infrastructure integrating multiple source systems (HR, Reference Data, Training) to support regulatory reporting and compliance tracking across global operations.
  • Reduced critical system outages by 99% through infrastructure optimization and established CMM Level 2 certification through implementation of robust quality processes.

Skills

Executive leadership | strategic planning | technology innovation | digital transformation | enterprise architecture | solutions architecture | cyber architecture & engineering | process automation | AI/ML integration | advanced analytics | product management | project management | operational efficiency | cloud strategy (AWS, Azure) | digital transformation | DevSecOps | governance, risk, and compliance (FedRAMP, NIST, CMMI) | strategic partnerships | revenue modeling & forecasting | mergers & acquisitions | software development