Sanjeev Saharan
Assistant Director (IT)
About Me
Experienced Assistant Director (IT) with expertise in the design, development, and implementation of innovative systems for effective governance and data-driven decision making. Highly skilled and results-oriented, with a proven track record in designing and developing software systems, data analytics, and machine learning models. Adept at creating efficient system workflows to optimize operations and deliver exceptional solutions, significantly enhancing public service delivery. Experienced in developing AI/ML models and leveraging data analytics to provide critical business intelligence for informed decision-making by government officials. Proficient in analyzing and improving existing systems, gathering user requirements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align technology solutions with strategic government objectives. Committed to delivering high-quality software systems and providing comprehensive training and support to end users, ensuring successful adoption and sustained impact. My expertise also extends to cybersecurity, including reverse engineering and acting as a SOC Incident Handler, safeguarding critical digital assets.
Skills
Key Skills
Data Analytics
Software Development
Network Security
Software Design
Reverse Engineering
SOC Incident Handler
Technical Skills
Kafka
Python
Django
Laravel Php
Apache Web Server
Spark
SQL Server
Postgresql
Cassandra
JQuery
Bootstrap
Data Center Operations
Hadoop
Malware Analysis
Education
M.Tech, Computers
B.Tech/B.E., Electronics and Communication
Experience
Assistant Director (IT)
National Informatics Centre (NIC) | 2019 - Present
- Led the design and development of critical software systems, directly contributing to enhanced e-governance initiatives.
- Pioneered the creation of Data Analytics and Machine Learning models, providing actionable insights for government decision-making.
- Optimized system workflows through strategic design, significantly improving operational efficiency across various government departments.
- Developed robust data analytics models for key projects, delivering vital business intelligence that empowered government officials to make data-driven decisions and improve public service delivery.
- Designed and implemented advanced AI/ML models, automating complex processes and fostering innovation in public administration.
- Spearheaded the development of secure and scalable software systems, ensuring effective and transparent governance.
- Conducted comprehensive analyses of existing systems, identifying and implementing key improvements that boosted performance and user satisfaction.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement by gathering and documenting precise user requirements, ensuring technology solutions aligned perfectly with governmental objectives.
- Contributed significantly to the architectural design of new software systems, ensuring robust and future-proof solutions for national infrastructure.
- Implemented rigorous testing protocols for new software systems, guaranteeing high performance, reliability, and security before deployment.
- Delivered comprehensive training programs to end-users, ensuring seamless adoption and maximizing the utility of newly implemented systems.
- Provided expert troubleshooting and maintenance for existing systems, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous service availability.
- Maintained and updated critical technical documentation, ensuring knowledge transfer and operational continuity for complex government IT systems.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders, driving successful project outcomes and fostering a cohesive development environment.
Sub Inspector
Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) | 2018-2019
- Contributed to software design and managed data center operations, ensuring critical infrastructure availability for security forces.
- Executed social media analytics and honey trap monitoring, providing vital intelligence for national security.
- Implemented drone surveillance strategies, enhancing situational awareness and operational effectiveness in sensitive areas.
- Served as Network Administrator, maintaining secure and efficient network operations critical for internal communications and data integrity, with a focus on cybersecurity protocols and incident response.
- Gained hands-on experience in cyber threat analysis and mitigation, supporting proactive security measures.
Projects
Vehicle Location Tracking and Emergency Alert System
Duration: 36 Months
- Significantly improved the safety and security of women and children by enabling real-time vehicle tracking.
- Developed a system for real-time identification of vehicles and their locations, crucial for immediate emergency response and public safety.
- Established monitoring centers for continuous tracking, health checks of VLT devices, and rapid response to emergency button activations, enhancing citizen security.
- Successfully integrated the system with the Emergency Response Support System (ERSS), drastically reducing response times during critical incidents.
- Ensured all public service vehicles were equipped with advanced vehicle location tracking and multiple emergency buttons, creating a safer public transportation environment.
VLTS Application Systems
Duration: 18 Months
- Implemented Vehicle Location Tracking Systems (VLTS) for the Excise Department, enabling real-time monitoring and preventing illicit activities, thereby boosting revenue collection.
- Deployed VLTS for the Food Corporation of India, optimizing logistics and ensuring transparent distribution of essential goods across the supply chain.
- Developed VLTS solutions for the Mining Department, facilitating efficient oversight of mining operations and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Pioneered an Oxygen Tanker Tracking System during the Covid-19 pandemic, ensuring timely and critical supply chain management for medical oxygen, saving countless lives.
Online Maps Portal
E-commerce Portal for purchase of maps from Survey Of India.
Onlinemaps.surveyofindia.gov.in
Duration: 6 Months
National Geospatial Service Portal
Facilitates entities engaged in map related activities to certify themselves quickly and easily, promoting standardization and quality assurance in geospatial data.
https://geospatial.dst.gov.in/
Duration: 5 Months
SecurityPedia for CISF
Developed an internal encyclopedia (SecurityPedia) for CISF, centralizing crucial knowledge and improving information dissemination within the security force.
Duration: 8 Months
Youtube Kind of Initiative for CISF
Launched a video-sharing platform for CISF (CISFTube), fostering internal communication, training, and knowledge sharing among personnel.
Duration: 6 Months
E-commerce Portal for NIEPVD
Developed an e-commerce portal for NIEPVD, enabling students and parents to easily purchase specialized products for visually impaired children, thereby improving their access to essential resources.
Duration: 4 Months
Certifications
Certified Ethical Hacker
Certification EC-Council