Jacob Ceresia, Project Manager in Tokyo, Japan
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Jacob Ceresia

Verified Expert  in Project Management

Project Manager

Tokyo, Japan

Toptal member since February 2, 2024

Bio

Jacob is an accomplished Agile project manager with a strong track record in process creation and improvement. His experience spans diverse industries, and he's passionate about driving efficiency and excellence in project management through Agile methodologies. Jacob's dedication to refining processes and fostering a culture of continuous improvement has consistently contributed to the success of projects under his guidance.

Project Highlights

Product Vulnerability Management
Acted as a product owner and implemented a vulnerability management system that scanned code repositories in multiple languages and displayed findings ranked by severity.
Security Champions Program
Architected and implemented a groundbreaking three-tiered initiative that covered basic security concepts. The initiative granted security responsibilities for every tier and served as a force multiplier for the security department.
Custom ERP System for Chain Restaurants
Oversaw the implementation of a custom software as a service (SaaS) enterprise resource planning (ERP) system for 50+ locations for a Malaysian chain restaurant organization.

Expertise

  • Backlog Grooming
  • Backlog Management
  • Jira
  • Product Owner
  • Scrum
  • Scrum Master
  • Slack
  • Zoom

Work Experience

Technical Program Manager

2021 - PRESENT
Woven
  • Created and implemented a three-tier program that covered basic security concepts. The program also endowed security responsibilities for every tier and acted as a force multiplier for the security department.
  • Enhanced the baseline hiring process by creating a service-level agreement for hiring managers, improving the throughput of candidates by standardizing evaluation criteria and determining best practices.
  • Acted as a product owner and implemented a vulnerability management system that scanned code repositories in multiple languages and displayed findings ranked by severity.

Project Manager

2019 - 2021
Rakuten
  • Implemented Scrum and Kanban in the software development group and operations team.
  • Created and instructed Agile-based standard operating procedures for software development groups.
  • Managed the Ceph cluster rollout onto the Rakuten OneCloud network.
  • Oversaw the provisioning and integration of MySQL and Cassandra onto the company's cloud-based infrastructure.

Project Manager

2015 - 2019
Fusion Systems
  • Oversaw the IT infrastructure of new retail store openings for Hollister by Abercrombie, which included network creation, server installation, and point-of-sale hardware implementation.
  • Managed the licensee retail acquisition IT Infrastructure swap out of all locations nationwide for Burberry.
  • Oversaw the custom SaaS ERP system implementation for 50+ locations for Utara 5, a Malaysian chain restaurant organization, including end user testing and Scrum events.

Project History

Product Vulnerability Management

Acted as a product owner and implemented a vulnerability management system that scanned code repositories in multiple languages and displayed findings ranked by severity.

As the driving force behind the product vulnerability management system, I led the implementation as the product owner. This cutting-edge system conducts thorough scans across diverse code repositories in multiple languages, presenting findings ranked by severity. Its versatility supports Java, Python, C++, and JavaScript, ensuring comprehensive coverage. The system also features real-time monitoring, a user-friendly interface, and seamless integration into development pipelines, making it an invaluable asset for proactive code security.

This project underscores my commitment to spearheading impactful solutions that enhance organizational resilience in the face of evolving digital threats.

Security Champions Program

Architected and implemented a groundbreaking three-tiered initiative that covered basic security concepts. The initiative granted security responsibilities for every tier and served as a force multiplier for the security department.

The security champions program commences with instructing fundamental security concepts, followed by an in-depth study of crucial components. Its pinnacle involves a graduate thesis case study, providing real-world applications for acquired knowledge. Beyond education, the program delegates security responsibilities at each tier, acting as a force multiplier for the security department.

This project exemplifies my dedication to cultivating a security-conscious culture, fostering knowledge transfer, and empowering individuals to champion robust security practices within the organization.

Custom ERP System for Chain Restaurants

Oversaw the implementation of a custom software as a service (SaaS) enterprise resource planning (ERP) system for 50+ locations for a Malaysian chain restaurant organization.

At the helm of the Dimare project, I spearheaded the implementation of a bespoke SaaS ERP system for a prominent Malaysian chain with over 50 locations. My responsibilities included orchestrating end-user testing and leading Scrum events.

This endeavor showcased my adept project management skills, ensuring seamless integration of the tailored ERP solution. The successful deployment streamlined operations and emphasized my commitment to delivering tailored technology solutions that align with organizational objectives, enhancing efficiency across a widespread restaurant network.

Education

2001 - 2005

Bachelor's Degree in Management and Information Technology

Bentley College - Waltham, Massachusetts, USA

Certifications

NOVEMBER 2023 - PRESENT

Professional Scrum Product Backlog Management Skills

Scrum.org

OCTOBER 2023 - PRESENT

Professional Scrum Product Owner II (PSPO II)

Scrum.org

JUNE 2023 - PRESENT

Professional Scrum Product Owner I (PSPO I)

Scrum.org

MARCH 2023 - PRESENT

Professional Scrum Master Level II (PSM II)

Scrum.org

SEPTEMBER 2019 - PRESENT

Professional Scrum Master Level I (PSM I)

Scrum.org

Skills

Tools

Slack, Zoom, Jira, Redmine

Paradigms

Scrum

Platforms

Monday.com

Other

Business Administration, Scrum Master, Backlog Management, Backlog Grooming, Feature Backlog Prioritization, Product Owner, Aha!, Microsoft Teams, Project Management, IT Project Management, IT Projects, Education, QA Testing, Storage as a Service (STaaS), Database as a Service (DBaaS)

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