SEJAL DEGADWALA
Clarksburg,MD
Summary
Results-driven Program Manager experienced in delivering complex network infrastructure builds and large-scale deployments. Achieved operational improvements through effective capacity management and risk mitigation while collaborating across engineering and leadership teams to align resources with business objectives. Possesses advanced expertise in logistics, procurement, and supply chain performance, contributing to streamlined operations and enhanced project outcomes.
Overview
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Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager II
HUGHES Network Systems, LLC
04.2025 - Current
- Lead complex, multi-site Low Earth Orbit (LEO Starlink) and Wireless-First infrastructure integrations to maximize network resiliency, maintain uptime, and expand capacity across enterprise locations.
- Direct multimillion-dollar infrastructure builds and enterprise network rollouts, defining build requirements, mapping cross-functional dependencies, and securing resources across engineering, operations, and vendor teams.
- Identified integration risks and technical dependencies across hardware/software components, asking critical questions to ensure informed cost and performance trade-offs.
- Drove cost-reduction and operational efficiency initiatives across production installs, engineering, vendor services, and operations, enhancing overall project effectiveness.
- Identify integration risks, spot technical dependencies across hardware/software components, and ask critical technical questions to ensure appropriate cost and performance trade-offs.
- Delivered executive-level program documentation, roadmap updates, and risk assessments to senior leadership, facilitating timely decision-making.
- Weekly and quarterly business reviews with the customer and executive panels.
- Mentored junior Project Analysts, sharing best practices, and guiding them through complex deployments.
Program Manager
HUGHES Network Systems, LLC
12.2020 - 04.2025
- Led deployment of enterprise network solutions, including SD-WAN implementations, to ensure seamless integration and optimal functionality.
- Managed and deployed enterprise network solutions, including SD-WAN implementations, ensuring proper integration and functionality.
- Managed end-to-end network rollout tracking, ensuring timely resolution of issues and consistent communication with stakeholders.
- Created and tracked comprehensive project plans in coordination with internal support teams.
- Organized proof of concept and maintained detailed network documentation, including installation specifications and knowledge articles.
- Ensured projects adhered to budget targets and provided cost optimization strategies.
- Coordinated change requests, tracking, and execution to enhance project efficiency and responsiveness.
- Delivered weekly reports on project risks, issues, and progress to inform senior management and support decision-making.
- Organize proof of concept and maintained detailed network documentation, including installation specifications and knowledge articles.
Business Analyst
HUGHES Network Systems, LLC
06.2019 - 11.2020
- Conducted regression and feature testing in UAT3, supporting migration and executing post-migration data cleanup to ensure data integrity.
- Implemented enterprise regression test cases and collaborated on Salesforce regression testing templates to enhance testing accuracy.
- Conducted regression and feature testing in UAT3, including migration support and post-migration data cleanup.
- Developed billing specifications for automated invoicing, aligning with contracts to streamline invoicing process and minimize days sales outstanding (DSO).
- Developed billing specifications for automated invoicing, ensuring alignment with contracts and minimal DSO.
- Maintained project billing schedules, contracts, and budgets, ensuring compliance with financial terms.
- Used BST Enterprise Software, SAP, and BI platforms for data mining and project finance management.
Project Coordinator
AMI Cardiac Monitoring Inc
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Led cross-functional technical projects for implementation, testing, and optimization of monitoring tools, enhancing system reliability and operational compliance.
- Managed end-to-end testing of technical platforms and portals to validate system accuracy, streamline workflows, and optimize user experience.
- Coordinated data migration projects, validating data accuracy and ensuring minimal downtime during critical system cutovers to support operational continuity.
- Coordinated budget planning, tracked project costs, and monitored performance metrics to identify integration risks and ensure deliverables remained within budget.
- Assisted in budget planning, tracked project costs, and monitored performance metrics to identify integration risks and keep deliverables within budget.
Volunteer
Cedar Grove Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Volunteered as a classroom parent and media room assistant, supporting the school with various activities throughout the year.
Project Analyst
Tata Sky Ltd
05.2006 - 06.2007
- Directed multi-site installation builds across complex residential/enterprise locations, successfully delivering 1,600 rapid deployments in 15 days for a major account.
- Managed field engineer resource planning, inventory tracking in SAP/Siebel, and contractor material audits to eliminate supply bottlenecks and control program costs.
- Implemented site quality audits and field process enhancements, earning recognition for highest daily installations during a critical special project.
Project Coordinator
Reliance Communications
10.2005 - 05.2006
- Utilized SAP and Clarify platforms to manage hardware inventory allocations, maintain operational performance metrics, and resolve service integration issues.
- Generated daily management information system (MIS) reports to track project SLAs, resource metrics, and delivery targets
Project Analyst/coordinator
Granton Advertising Private Ltd.
08.2005 - 10.2005
- Facilitated cross-functional review sessions and managed campaign deliverables to ensure on-time project execution for enterprise accounts.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University
Rockville, MD01-2020
Bachelor in Engineering - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University
India05-2005
Skills
- Infrastructure and Network Technologies: SD-WAN, Fortinet, FortiAnalyzer, Meraki, Ericsson, LEO Satellite(Starlink), Redundant cellular, Network segmentation, Data center builds
- Capacity planning
- Vendor management
- Data analytics
- Program management
- Detail-oriented
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- MS office applications
- Team direction
- Policy and procedure improvements
- Process improvement
- Problem-solving
- Compliance management
- Interpersonal skills
- Customer service
- Operations management
- Work prioritization
- MS office applications
Certification
Certified Scrum Master (CSM #1280386), Lean Six Sigma – White Belt, AI Aware – IBM training, Emerging Leader Program - Certified, PMP Pursuant
Timeline
Program Manager II
HUGHES Network Systems, LLC
04.2025 - Current
Program Manager
HUGHES Network Systems, LLC
12.2020 - 04.2025
Business Analyst
HUGHES Network Systems, LLC
06.2019 - 11.2020
Project Coordinator
AMI Cardiac Monitoring Inc
06.2017 - 06.2019
Volunteer
Cedar Grove Elementary School
08.2015 - 06.2017
Project Analyst
Tata Sky Ltd
05.2006 - 06.2007
Project Coordinator
Reliance Communications
10.2005 - 05.2006
Project Analyst/coordinator
Granton Advertising Private Ltd.
08.2005 - 10.2005
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Strayer University
Bachelor in Engineering - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Veer Narmad South Gujarat University
Excellence in Program management
PROJECTS
· Enterprise Infrastructure & Data Center Consolidation:
o Led end-to-end network migration and data center consolidation, implementing network segmentation to boost overall performance and security metrics.
· High-Availability LEO Satellite (Starlink) Rollout:
o Spearheaded cross-functional execution of LEO satellite infrastructure, establishing high-throughput redundancy for remote operations.
· Enterprise Managed services, SASE & SD-WAN deployment:
o Directed end to end delivery of comprehensive managed services solutions, managing cross functional infrastructure operations, Vendor SLAs and automated monitoring to ensure seamless delivery.
· Redundant Cellular & Wireless Build:
o Engineered dual-SIM redundant cellular failover and multi-location Wi-Fi solutions to achieve continuous network availability
· First Wireless Deployment:
o Owned the initial deployment and full-lifecycle migration of an enterprise wireless network utilizing Ericsson technology, coordinating vendor SLAs and technical teams to deliver a resilient, high-throughput solution.