Headline

Associate Director – Engineering | Engineering Leadership | Program Management | Secure & Scalable Software | Quality | ISO & Governance | Delivery | Stakeholder Management | Escalations | People Leadership

About

Welcome to my LinkedIn! I'm Mandanna OM, I don't just manage projects — I lead transformation. With over 19 + years of experience navigating complex IT landscapes, I’ve helped global organizations unlock performance, accelerate delivery, and reduce costs through a powerful mix of Agile leadership, DevSecOps implementation. As a Certified Scrum Master and ITIL v3-certified professional, I’ve delivered results across industries like banking, hospitality, and healthcare, leading high-impact teams of 25+ and managing multi-million-dollar portfolios with precision and vision. Whether it’s integrating workstation and web platforms, orchestrating cloud deployments on Azure/AWS, or embedding SAST and VAPT security checks into CI/CD pipelines, my priority is delivering secure, scalable, and business-driven solutions that create real impact. I thrive in the space where technology meets business strategy — converting complex requirements into crystal-clear execution roadmaps, optimizing workflows to save $500K+ annually, and ensuring every milestone is hit on time, within scope, and with measurable impact. What I Bring to the Table: Agile, Scrum & DevOps Leadership across global teams DevSecOps (SAST, VAPT), automation, and security-first delivery Azure DevOps, JIRA, AWS, GCP, and hybrid cloud project management KPI-driven reporting, escalation handling, and SLA governance Stakeholder management that builds trust, transparency, and results Enterprise task mining & process optimization for digital transformation Currently pursuing a Master’s in Psychology, I combine emotional intelligence with technical strategy — empowering teams, elevating engagement, and bringing a human-centered approach to digital transformation. If you're looking for someone who delivers high-impact programs, drives operational excellence, and leads with integrity — let’s connect. I’m always open to collaboration, consulting, or new leadership opportunities that challenge the status quo.

Location

Greater Bengaluru Area

AI stack

claude

gemini

meta

ollama

openai

huggingface

Work experience

Associate Director Engineering at epiplex.ai, Apr 2026 - Present · 6 mos, Bengaluru

Sr.Project Manager at epiplex.ai, Jul 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 3 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Project Manager at epiplex.ai, Jul 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 3 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

IT Consultant ( Software Implementation and end-user Engagement) at Mahindra Logisoft Business Solutions Ltd, Jan 2006 - Jul 2009 · 3 yrs 7 mos, Bangalore, My foundation in IT was built through hands-on problem-solving — implementing desktop and web applications, training end-users, managing infrastructure, ensuring uptime, and bringing structure to chaos. I supported 200+ users, maintained 99.5% system availability, and discovered how small efficiencies can drive significant impact. Implemented desktop and web-based applications, ensuring smooth deployment and user adoption Migrated legacy applications to newer platforms, reducing maintenance overhead Rolled out collaboration tools (email, intranet, conferencing) that improved team productivity Deployed centralized file-sharing and NAS solutions for secure and faster data access Administered local database and NAS systems Executed backup and recovery plans Cut incident resolution time by 50% through smarter IT workflows

Education

BCA, Computer Science, Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa College, Madikeri

MAPC, Psychology, Applied Statistics, IGNOU