Ian Maina
Fords,NJ
Summary
Strategic and solutions-focused IT Project Manager with over 5 years of experience leading enterprise technology initiatives in broadcast, media, and digital environments. Proven success managing high-impact projects for industry leaders like NBC Universal and Safaricom, driving cloud migrations, system integrations, and agile transformations that enhanced performance, uptime, and scalability. Skilled at bridging technical and operational needs, from infrastructure upgrades and media systems deployment to stakeholder communication and cross-functional team leadership. Passionate about innovation, team collaboration, and delivering results that align with both business goals and user experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Safaricom PLC
05.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives, including the migration to cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure), resulting in a 20% reduction in operational costs and a 35% increase in system scalability.
- Led cross-functional teams across IT operations, software development, and cybersecurity, ensuring 99.99% system uptime while managing complex integrations between core business systems, including M-Pesa.
- Implemented cutting-edge data analytics platforms and automated workflows, optimizing customer experience and achieving 15% faster resolution times for IT service requests.
- Remote
Senior Information Technology Manager
NBC Universal | Fandango
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Directed large-scale IT initiatives across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms, ensuring seamless content delivery with 99.9% uptime for high-traffic events such as the Olympics and Super Bowl.
- Managed cross-functional teams supporting media workflows, including cloud-based asset management, content distribution systems, and cybersecurity, reducing operational incidents by 30%.
- Led the implementation of advanced analytics and AI-powered automation for broadcast operations, cutting processing times by 20% and enhancing the viewer experience across Peacock and linear channels.
Scrum Master
Top Group Technologies
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Facilitated Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives) across multiple cross-functional teams, ensuring on-time delivery of software projects with 15% improvement in sprint velocity.
- Coached teams and stakeholders on Agile best practices, fostering a collaborative culture that reduced project bottlenecks by 25% and improved product quality through iterative development and continuous feedback.
- Remote
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Kean University
Union, NJ12.2022
Associate of Computer Science -
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ09.2018
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint) Project Management Budgeting Planning CRM
- Project planning
- Scope management
- Client relationship management
- Project plan development
- Proficient in project scoping, quoting, budgeting, and resource allocation
- Effective team trainer and mentor, ensuring adherence to installation procedures and quality standards
- Experienced in large-scale media system implementation
- Risk management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Project scope analysis
Websites
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Safaricom PLC
05.2023 - Current
Senior Information Technology Manager
NBC Universal | Fandango
07.2022 - 04.2023
Scrum Master
Top Group Technologies
01.2019 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Kean University
Associate of Computer Science -
Rowan University
Hobbies and Interests
- Media production and technology innovation
- Volunteering in tech education or mentorship programs
- DIY electronics and AV system builds
- Team-based sports (e.g., basketball, soccer) – for leadership & collaboration
- Reading about emerging broadcast and IT infrastructure trends
- Photography and digital storytelling
- Mindfulness and mental performance optimization
- Traveling to explore global media & tech cultures
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