Lana LaMon
Chicago,IL
Summary
Accomplished PMO Leader with a track record of executing technology infrastructure strategies that align with organizational goals. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, enhance service delivery capabilities, and implement governance processes that drive operational excellence and compliance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President Project Management
Northern Trust
Chicago, Illinois
08.2022 - Current
- Executed organizational strategy for technology infrastructure portfolios to align service delivery with long-term business goals. Led cross-functional project management teams in US and India to improve service delivery capabilities. Facilitated audit assessments for Federal Reserve Bank to ensure compliance and support organizational change initiatives. Established governance processes and service delivery standards, implementing quality assurance methodologies for IT project management.
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency across business units.
- Managed cross-functional teams to drive project execution and alignment.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to define organizational goals and priorities.
Manager, PMO
Capgemini
Chicago, Illinois
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Directed IT programs for major clients including Walgreens, KPMG, and CUNA Mutual, improving service delivery and stakeholder engagement. Facilitated collaboration among cross-functional teams in matrix structures, delivering impactful client solutions over one year and three months.
- Managed project timelines and ensured alignment with corporate objectives.
- Facilitated communication among project teams and stakeholders for smooth execution.
- Developed and maintained project documentation to support governance processes.
Senior Information Technology Project Manager - Consultant
Northern Trust Corporation
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Developed technology practice strategy and managed IT security initiatives to enhance organizational security posture.
- Executed security protocols across various platforms, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
- Implemented security solutions to safeguard sensitive data and systems.
- Collaborated with stakeholders in Greater Chicago Area to align IT security initiatives with strategic objectives.
- Analyzed IT metrics and analytics to enhance operational efficiency.
- Evaluated performance metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in IT operations.
- Monitored industry trends and best practices to inform technology strategy.
Senior IT Project Manager - Consultant
William Blair
Chicago, IL
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Managed buildout of remote VDI access and facilitated transition from AirWatch MDM to InTune MDM and MAM to improve mobile device management.
- Conducted security evaluation of O365, endpoint, and IaaS/Azure environment for the bank to enhance security posture.
- Developed disaster recovery and business continuity exercise involving infrastructure, application development, and investment management partners to ensure operational resilience.
Senior IT Project Manager - Consultant
Northern Trust Corporation
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Directed creation and development of all North American projects, including planning, scheduling, risk assessment, budgeting, and deliverables for benefit payment and payroll applications.
- Managed upgrade of benefit payment and payroll application from version 9 to version 10 on Lawson platform, ensuring seamless transition and minimal disruption.
- Led upgrade of Oracle Access Manager 11g, strengthening security protocols and safeguarding sensitive data.
- Collaborated with engineering leaders to implement process improvement initiatives, securing stakeholder buy-in for enhanced project outcomes.
- Partnered with executive leadership to identify and address risk areas and issues.
Senior IT Project Manager
Relativity
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Developed infrastructure for Relativity's new office in Krakow, Poland, including network, telecommunications connectivity, and audio/video solutions. Managed Data Grid Focus Group formation between clients, engineering, and product development groups to assist in the adoption of new technologies by Relativity's largest client. Automated and standardized procurement process and vendor payment process.
- Selected Accomplishments:
- Implemented Procure to Pay Concur feature for the internal finance department.
- Developed essential infrastructure components for Krakow office operations.
- Streamlined vendor payment processes, significantly reducing turnaround times and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Supported the creation of infrastructure components for Krakow office operations.
Senior Project Manager - Consultant
Northern Trust Corporation
Chicago, IL
11.2014 - 04.2016
- Managed IT infrastructure projects for financial solutions using agile methodology.
- Implemented technology enhancements to support global banking operations, streamlining processes across regions.
- Oversaw technology replacements, including eSignature implementation and trade processing development, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Remediated SNMP security vulnerabilities on all Northern Trust Bank printers and servers globally.
- Replaced Patrol with Pandora server monitoring solution, improving monitoring capabilities for 6,000 Unix-based hosts.
- Developed centralized FOIP solution for EMEA clients in North America data centers. for EMEA clients in North America data centers.
- Upgraded job batch scheduling solution Control-M from version 6 to 8 for Unix and mainframe environments.
- Managed 2,000+ Microsoft agents and 2,000+ Unix agents efficiently within enterprise environments.
Education
B.S. - Physics
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, ILMaster of Science (M.S.) - Telecommunications
DePaul University
Chicago, ILSkills
Program and portfolio management
Strategic resource planning
Change management
Risk management
Operational efficiency
Service delivery excellence
Stakeholder engagement
Communication and presentation skills
Languages
Serbian (Native or Bilingual), English (Native or Bilingual)
Timeline
Vice President Project Management
Northern Trust
08.2022 - Current
Manager, PMO
Capgemini
06.2021 - 08.2022
Senior Information Technology Project Manager - Consultant
Northern Trust Corporation
08.2019 - 07.2021
Senior IT Project Manager - Consultant
William Blair
09.2018 - 03.2019
Senior IT Project Manager - Consultant
Northern Trust Corporation
08.2017 - 08.2018
Senior IT Project Manager
Relativity
01.2017 - 06.2017
Senior Project Manager - Consultant
Northern Trust Corporation
11.2014 - 04.2016
B.S. - Physics
University of Illinois Chicago
Master of Science (M.S.) - Telecommunications
DePaul University