Radosveta D.

Process Manager for Process Improvement and Transition to ITIL 4

Sofia, Bulgaria

Experience

Jun 2024 - Aug 2024
3 months

Process Manager for Process Improvement and Transition to ITIL 4

Sächsische Aufbaubank

Assisted with improving and migrating the existing process descriptions for service catalog management, IT service continuity management, service asset and configuration management, service level management, capacity management, and change management processes of IT service management into the TopEase tool, considering ITIL 4. Developed the concept for the Application Management process.

  • Assisted in migrating existing IT service management process descriptions into the TopEase tool, considering ITIL 4
  • Helped analyze and evaluate existing process documentation to identify and implement improvement opportunities
  • Created and improved process documentation and dependencies on other processes
  • Consolidated the (sub-)processes described in various technical manuals into a single process, considering stakeholder requirements
  • Developed the Application Management concept and introduced the process

Applied technologies and methods:

  • ITIL v3
  • ITIL 4
  • SharePoint
  • Atlassian Confluence
  • Draw.io
  • BPMN
  • TopEase
Apr 2024 - Dec 2024
9 months

ITIL process designer, project manager, Scrum Master and Agile Coach

Röhm GmbH

As an ITIL and Agile consultant, I led the implementation and optimization of IT service management processes within ServiceNow, drove continuous improvement, and enabled a more agile approach. This included serving as Scrum Master for two teams, promoting Scrum adoption across the company, and providing agile coaching to boost team performance.

  • Defined the current state and developed a concept to improve ITIL processes in ServiceNow
  • Created a concept for governance and responsibilities/roles in ITSM
  • Developed process documentation (Scrum and ITIL)
  • Conducted trainings and webinars on Scrum and ITIL practices
  • Agile coaching
  • Established Scrum practices and reporting
  • Served as Scrum Master for 2 teams and managed Scrum-related activities in ServiceNow
  • Introduced Scrum to additional teams
  • Organized and facilitated Scrum events: daily stand-ups, retrospectives, sprint planning, and grooming sessions
  • Developed and implemented test management
  • Project management and stakeholder management

Applied technologies and methods:

  • ITIL
  • Scrum
  • ServiceNow
  • Agile coaching
  • Microsoft Teams
  • SharePoint
Aug 2022 - Dec 2024
2 years 5 months

Project Manager for ITIL Process Implementation

FlatexDeGiro

Project manager for developing the concept and implementing service catalog management and service request management processes. Supported audit preparation and compliance with regulatory requirements, and participated in the creation of the IT service enterprise architecture.

  • Assessed the current state and developed a concept for two ITIL processes: service catalog and service request management
  • Defined roles and responsibilities
  • Created process documentation in Confluence using draw.io, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Selected tools and implemented the two processes in the chosen tool – Jira Service Management
  • Defined dependencies on other processes
  • Participated in introducing SLAs/KPIs and negotiating with service providers
  • Stakeholder management
  • Project management activities
  • Actively contributed to audit preparation with suggestions and possible improvements
  • Collaborated with the IT service enterprise architecture team
  • Communicated and coordinated efforts
  • Worked with knowledge management to create training and documentation for the new processes

Applied technologies and methods:

  • ITIL
  • Atlassian Jira Software
  • Atlassian Jira Service Management
  • Atlassian Confluence
  • Draw.io
  • BPMN
  • Cisco Webex
  • PRINCE2
  • TOGAF
Nov 2021 - Mar 2023
1 year 5 months

Scrum Master

DB Cargo

Served as Scrum Master for four teams, improved processes and tools, facilitated Scrum events, and provided agile coaching.

  • Delivered services according to the client's agreed standards and guidelines (framework agreement, process model, and other requirements)
  • Ensured the implementation of Scrum rules and adherence to the Scrum process
  • Ensured the teams delivered software in the required quality, meeting all standards
  • Ensured Scrum rules were followed within the project team
  • Ensured compliance with agreed agile processes and definitions
  • Maintained the team's discipline needed for agile project execution
  • Tracked all impediments during the project in the impediment backlog (e.g., communication issues, personal conflicts, external disruptions during sprints)
  • Removed impediments
  • Facilitated meetings in agile projects (e.g., sprint planning, retrospective)
  • Acted as mediator and supporter (facilitator)
  • Ensured the flow of information between the Product Owner and the project team
  • Checked the actual status of Scrum artifacts (product backlog, sprint backlog, burndown charts) and tracked the "Definition of Done" for all development team deliverables
  • Reported on the status of all sprint-related metrics
  • Determined and tracked team capacity and velocity for sprint planning
  • Prepared trainings and webinars related to Scrum implementation
  • Created Scrum documentation in SharePoint and Confluence

Applied technologies and methods:

  • Scrum
  • Agile coaching
  • Atlassian Jira Software
  • Atlassian Confluence
  • SharePoint
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Structure - Project Management on Scale
Nov 2021 - Dec 2021
2 months

Atlassian Expert - Atlassian Xray Test Management PoC

NDLB

Supported the design of a PoC for implementing Xray based on customer requirements and existing infrastructure, considering the fields, workflows, and add-ons already in the Jira instance.

  • Supported the requirements and test management teams with JIRA/Xray Test Management for Jira standards questions
  • Reviewed and evaluated current test procedures and documentation
  • Assisted in drafting the implementation roadmap
  • Advised on the current situation
  • Supported the preparation of the PoC concept
  • Proposed implementation approaches

Applied technologies and methods:

  • Scrum
  • Xray Test Management for Jira
  • Atlassian Jira Software
  • Atlassian Confluence
  • Microsoft Teams
Sep 2021 - Dec 2021
4 months

ITIL Expert - ITIL 4 Implementation and Process Improvement

LBBW

Assisted in creating a better understanding of what ITIL 4 is as a framework and the opportunities it offers. Implemented ITIL 4 practices, principles, and dimensions based on the bank's specifics, regulatory requirements, and adapting the practices to the bank's needs.

  • Align IT process map and processes to ITIL4
  • Conduct inventory and gap analysis
  • Prioritize actions based on risk
  • Execute gradual transformation considering regulatory requirements and the management of outsourcing partners

Process monitoring:

  • Define effective (ICS) controls and KPIs, monitor processes
  • Reporting, tracking, and escalation of control results
  • Establish controls as measures of quality and risk

Quality management:

  • Enable IT governance based on ambition levels and quality/risk
  • Provide steering input through a KPI dashboard (forward-looking = "looking ahead")
  • Set up, introduce, establish, and maintain continuous improvement

Applied technologies and methods:

  • ITILv3
  • ITIL4
  • Workshops
  • Cisco Webex
Aug 2021 - Oct 2021
3 months

Project Manager - Jira Implementation and Workflow Optimization

Marcom Engine

Provided consulting and support as a project manager and Atlassian Jira expert for planning and implementing projects and processes, workflows, reporting, forms, and other add-ons in Jira, as well as coordinating onboarding processes and training.

  • Central coordination and project management
  • Design and development of an end-to-end workflow in Jira
  • Implement policies, standards, and processes
  • Continuous monitoring and optimization of workflows and decision processes between central and local activities
  • Documentation in Confluence
  • Close cooperation with the central PMO and other central units
  • Onboarding and training related to Jira and the new processes

Applied technologies and methods:

  • Atlassian Jira Software
  • Scrum
  • Confluence
  • Automation for Jira
  • Issue templates for Jira
  • ProForma: Forms & Checklist for Jira
  • Advanced roadmaps for Jira
May 2021 - Jul 2021
3 months

Project Manager and ITIL Expert - Process Manager Onboarding

Olympus

Supported the onboarding of process managers for Incident Management, Major Incident Management, Knowledge Management, and Request Fulfillment. Prepared managers for their new roles through workshops and ITIL training, and created a register for continuous improvements.

  • Guided and created onboarding processes and related documentation
  • Workshops and training sessions
  • Involved relevant departments and roles, organized meetings and coordinated responsibilities
  • Built a knowledge base and communication channels
  • Dashboards and reporting

Applied technologies and methods:

  • ServiceNow
  • ITIL
  • Microsoft Teams
Jan 2021 - May 2021
5 months

Project Manager - SAFe Implementation and Atlassian Configuration

Volkswagen

Assisted with implementing SAFe concepts in Jira and Confluence, including configuration and setup for SAFe, and created permission schemes. Designed and implemented consulting service frameworks and handled requirements management.

  • Project management and coordination for SAFe implementation in Jira
  • Collected requirements and created proofs of concept in Jira and Confluence
  • Designed and configured systems - Jira and Confluence for SAFe
  • Developed and applied permission schemes and consulting service concepts
  • Advised on selecting a SAFe tool
  • Dashboards and reporting

Applied technologies and methods:

  • Atlassian Jira Software (Datacenter)
  • Atlassian Jira Service Management
  • Atlassian Confluence
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Structure - Project Management on Scale
  • Advanced roadmaps for Jira (exPortfolio)
  • EazyBI
  • SAFe
  • Agile coaching
Jan 2021 - Apr 2021
4 months

Atlassian Expert - SAFe Support and Jira Upgrade

Thales

Supported SAFe activities after go-live and assisted with upgrading Jira, focusing on the BigPicture add-on and other relevant add-ons.

  • Scrum Master for the SAFe implementation team
  • Additional support and upgrade of the BigPicture, Advanced Roadmaps, Automation, Rich Filters, and Xray add-ons
  • Provided further technical and functional consulting for Jira and add-on selection
  • Upgrade documentation and preparation

Applied technologies and methods:

  • Atlassian Jira
  • BigPicture
  • Advanced roadmaps
  • SAFe
  • Scrum
  • iObeya
  • Confluence Rich Filters
  • Automation for Jira
  • Xray for Test Management
Dec 2020 - Dec 2020
1 month

Project Manager for Jira and BigPicture Prototype for Backlog Visualization

Sanofi

Created a prototype to showcase best practices and implement them for visualizing and managing backlogs in Jira Cloud and BigPicture.

  • Introduction to the options for backlogs and boards in Jira Software (Cloud) and next-gen projects
  • Demonstration of BigPicture features for backlog visualization and management
  • Implementation of backlog boards with appropriate filters and features
  • Implementation in BigPicture – Gantt Chart, Program Backlog, Program Board

Applied technologies and methods:

  • Atlassian Jira Cloud
  • BigPicture
  • Automation for Jira
  • Trello
  • Scrum
Jan 2020 - Mar 2020
3 months

Project Lead Prototype – Implementation of Jira SD and ITIL Processes

EOS

Prototype implementation of Jira SD to support ITIL processes – Incident, Change, Service Request.

  • Led project for rolling out Jira SD and ITIL processes – Incident, Change, Service Request
  • Planning, communication, and project execution
  • Supported service process owners (both on processes and tools)
  • Captured and documented the relevant processes (according to ITIL)

Applied technologies and methods:

  • Atlassian Jira SD (now Atlassian Jira Service Management)
  • Atlassian Jira Software
  • Automation for Jira
  • ScriptRunner
  • EazyBI
  • Canned Responses Pro Templates for Jira
  • Extension for Jira
  • Queues for Jira
  • Refined for Jira
  • PRINCE2
Jul 2019 - Dec 2020
1 year 6 months

Scrum Master for SAFe Implementation and Jira-based Multi-Project Control

Thales

Advised on SAFe implementation from technical, tools, and process perspectives. Created and implemented a concept for a technical solution based on Jira and additional add-ons to meet customer needs for SAFe implementation.

  • Scrum Master for the SAFe implementation team
  • Introduced SAFe-compliant, standardized multi-project control using Jira BigPicture
  • Provided functional and technical guidance on Jira and add-on selection
  • Developed training and materials for Jira, Scrum, & SAFe
  • Supported portfolio management
  • Implemented Scrumban

Applied technologies and methods:

  • Atlassian Jira
  • BigPicture
  • Advanced roadmaps
  • Agile coaching
  • SAFe
  • Scrum
  • Scrumban
  • Xray for Test Management
  • iObeya
  • Automation for Jira, ScriptRunner
  • Bitbucket
  • Rich Filters
  • Epic Cloner for Jira
  • Outlook for Jira
  • Checklist for Jira
Feb 2018 - Dec 2019
1 year 11 months

Project Lead for Jira Service Desk and ITIL Implementation

DB Regio Bus

Supported ITIL process implementation using the ITSM tool Jira SD (Incident, Change, SACM, Problem, Knowledge, Supplier Management, SLM, Request Fulfillment, Service Portfolio Management, Release).

  • Modeled ITIL processes in Unified Modeling Language (UML) and Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN)
  • Developed a concept for introducing Jira in the helpdesk
  • Set up ITIL processes in Jira; advised and implemented processes for request management and helpdesk; documented processes and work instructions
  • Built the CMS and CMDB
  • Customized Jira
  • Defined standardized KPI reports in Jira and created a dashboard
  • Managed the Jira platform vendor; gathered IT requirements and passed them to the service provider
  • Conducted Jira and ITIL training for IT staff and business units
  • Set up Confluence as a knowledge base and collaboration tool
  • Prepared and led workshops on ITIL processes and Jira

Applied technologies and methods:

  • Atlassian Jira SD (now Atlassian Jira Service Management)
  • Atlassian Confluence
  • EazyBI
  • Insight
  • BigPicture
  • Automation for Jira
  • Canned Responses Pro Templates for Jira
  • Refined for Jira
  • Extension for Jira
  • BPMN
  • UML
  • ITIL
  • PRINCE2
Dec 2017 - Jun 2018
7 months

Project Manager for Implementation of New Business Processes

Skytron Energy

Defined and implemented two new business processes: a delivery process spanning multiple departments and a service partner process to integrate external vendors.

  • Introduced Jira Service Desk and Confluence
  • Designed and implemented processes in Jira in close coordination with the involved departments
  • Implemented improvements in the support process
  • Provided regular progress reports to department heads

Applied technologies and methods:

  • ITIL
  • Scrum
  • Atlassian Jira SD (now Atlassian Jira Service Management)
  • Atlassian Confluence
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017
1 year

Scrum Master for ETL Migration and Data Governance Implementation

Wüstenrot

Migration of the ETL processes for Wüstenrot's shared data warehouse, implemented in IBM DB2/SQW, to IBM Information Server / DataStage. The goal was not only to move to a new, more powerful ETL platform but also to establish data lineage in the IBM Information Server Governance Catalog in line with banking regulations, including BCBS239. The migration included over 350 control flows with more than 2,500 steps that called SQL queries and shell scripts. The team was made up of 8 people (client project manager / team lead, 2 testers, 4 developers, 1 consultant).

  • Lead project manager / Scrum Master for end-to-end delivery of the solution and communication with all stakeholders
  • Coordinating the team's daily work as Scrum Master and point of contact for the client
  • Preparing project documentation, including meeting minutes, client presentations, and handover documents
  • Budget control and reporting

Technologies and methods used:

  • Atlassian Jira
  • Scrum
  • Agile coaching
  • Google Data Studio / Sheets
  • Asana
Jul 2016 - Nov 2016
5 months

Project Manager ITSM Design, Implementation and Optimization

Hosting Company

Improvement of existing change management, incident management, and problem management processes based on ITIL best practices and customer feedback. Creating ITIL and ISO/IEC 27001 compliant process documentation. Designing and implementing governance and knowledge management. Setting up the intranet for corporate use. Creating and maintaining internal documentation according to ISO/IEC 27001; developing processes for employee onboarding and offboarding.

Design:

  • Creating the initial design proposal
  • Final design documentation
  • Obtaining design approval from all stakeholders

Implementation:

  • Content management
  • Asset management
  • Reviewing and updating existing process documentation
  • Creating new documents
  • Serving as escalation point for all project-related issues
  • Holding weekly meetings and preparing status reports
  • Responsible for all project-related documentation

Optimization:

  • Change management - updated process, RFC template, introduction of maintenance windows, and preparation of related documentation
  • Incident management - post-incident review update and introduction of critical incident management and policy for regular customer notifications on the progress of incident resolution; SLA update
  • Problem management - establishing proactive problem management and related documentation
  • Supporting the organization in defining and refining roles

Technologies and methods used:

  • Zoho Manage Engine
  • ITIL
  • PRINCE2
Jul 2016 - Nov 2016
5 months

Project Manager for DaaS and VCloud Services Implementation

Hosting Company

The project aimed to build a separate infrastructure for DaaS and introduce VCloud services. My responsibilities included setting up processes for onboarding new clients and ongoing maintenance.

  • Leading and creating the onboarding processes and supporting documentation
  • Actively contributing to the design documentation
  • Coordinating design approval among stakeholders
  • General project management activities
  • Serving as escalation point for all project-related issues
  • Holding weekly meetings and preparing status reports
  • Responsible for all project-related documents

Technologies and methods used:

  • ITIL
  • VMware
  • PRINCE2
Feb 2016 - Jun 2016
5 months

ITIL Expert for Process Integration and ServiceNow Implementation

Paysafe

The project aimed to implement a shared understanding of change management, incident management, and service asset and configuration management processes across all business units, introduce ServiceNow as the company's official service management tool, and integrate existing know-how on processes and tools from Jira and Manage Engine.

Design:

  • Conducting workshops to gather and clarify requirements
  • Aligning documentation of existing processes and practices
  • Advising on process implementation and improvement; presenting possible best practice approaches

Implementation:

  • Reviewing, updating, and creating new documentation related to change and incident management processes
  • Weekly updates and meetings with stakeholders
  • Training sessions and an overview of processes and tools for company staff
  • Point of contact and support for questions, suggestions, recommendations
  • Defining and implementing roles

Technologies and methods used:

  • ServiceNow
  • Atlassian Jira Software
  • Zoho Manage Engine
  • ITIL
  • PRINCE2
Feb 2016 - Jun 2016
5 months

Project Manager for Developer Onboarding Optimization

Paysafe

The project aimed to streamline company-wide onboarding processes for development teams in Sofia, Montreal, and Calgary, including required training and access to shared platforms and tools. The project scope also included defining responsibilities and roles.

Design:

  • Conducting workshops to gather and clarify requirements
  • Creating and approving documentation with stakeholders
  • Creating a user management process

Implementation:

  • Managing development of the approved design
  • Serving as escalation point for all project-related issues
  • Holding weekly meetings and preparing status reports
  • Responsible for all project-related documentation

Technologies and methods used:

  • ServiceNow
  • Atlassian Jira
  • Confluence
  • Bamboo
  • Bitbucket
  • ITIL
  • PRINCE2
Jan 2013 - Dec 2015
3 years

Program Manager for Continuous Service Delivery and Improvement

Danske Bank

The goal of the project was stable delivery, early and proactive detection of showstoppers, gaps and opportunities for continuous improvement of all implemented ITIL processes in the account (SLM, CHGM, CAPM, AVM, INCM, PRBM, CM), and improved communication, collaboration and alignment between delivery, processes and account business management.

  • Delivery of improvement and solution plans
  • Development of the entire process and solution design
  • Escalation point for all solution and project scope related questions
  • Evaluation of existing account processes and account business management
  • Development of a new communication structure and proposals for better collaboration
  • Creation of process documentation
  • General project management activities
  • Escalation point for all project-related questions
  • Organization of weekly meetings and preparation of status reports
  • Responsibility for all project-related documentation

Applied technologies and methods:

  • HP Service Manager (SM9)
  • ITIL
  • PRINCE2

Summary

  • ITIL 4 & VeriSM implementation (ITSM service management standardization) in various organizations
  • Agile project management and coaching (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Scrumban)
  • Atlassian & ServiceNow expertise: JIRA, Confluence, JIRA Service Management, BigPicture, EazyBI (implementation of agile frameworks)
  • Interface management and vendor management
  • DevOps & continuous integration (CI)
  • Industry experience: BPO, IT, logistics, banking, fintech, automotive, pharmaceutical

Languages

Bulgarian
Native
German
Advanced
English
Advanced
Hungarian
Advanced

Education

Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski"

Master · Hungarian regional studies and translation · Sofia, Bulgaria

Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski"

Bachelor · Hungarology · Sofia, Bulgaria

Foreign Language High School

Shumen, Bulgaria

Certifications & licenses

AI Unlocked

Peoplecert

Managing Value Streams & Customer Experiences

Peoplecert

Mastering Project Delivery

Peoplecert

Mastering Project Priorities

Peoplecert

PRINCE2 Agile Expert VERSION2

PRINCE2 Agile Foundation Beta Testing

PRINCE2 Agile Foundation Certificate VERSION2

PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner Beta Testing

PRINCE2 Agile Practitioner Certificate VERSION2

PRINCE2 Foundation

PRINCE2 Practitioner

SAFe skill - Creating effective roadmaps

SAFe skill - Cultivating High-Performing Teams

SAFe skill - Developing Product Strategy and Vision

SAFe skill - Developing the Portfolio Strategy

SAFe skill - Organizing the Portfolio Around Value

SAFe skill - Writing Effective Features in SAFe®

SAFe skill - Writing Effective OKRs in SAFe®

SAFe skill- Introduction to Lean Portfolio Management

SAFe skill- Operating a SAFe Portfolio

AI in ITSM ITIL Masterclass

Generative AI Overview for Project Managers

ITIL 4 Leader: Digital & IT Strategy

ITIL 4 Master

ITIL 4 Specialist Monitor, Support and Fulfil

ITIL 4 Strategic Leader

ITIL4 Practice Manager

Lego serious play certified facilitator

SAFe skill - Design Thinking Fundamentals

SAFe skill - Understanding and Improving Flow

Certified Agile HR Enabler

AHRA

Certified SAFe® 6 Agilist

Certified SAFe® 6 Practice Consultant

ICAgile Certified Professional Coaching Agile Transformations -ICP-CAT

ICAgile Certified Professional Enterprise Agile Coaching – ICP-ENT

ICAgile Certified Professional Agile Coaching - ICP-ACC

ICAgile Certified Professional Agile Team Facilitation - ICP-ATF

Miro Collaborative meetings

Miro Essentials

Professional Scrum Master II (PSM II)

Professional Scrum Product Owner I (PSPO I)

SAFe® Remote Trainer

Certified SAFe® 5 Agilist

ITIL 4 Managing Professional (MP)

ITIL 4 Managing Professional Transition

SPC - Certified SAFe® 5 Program Consultant

Certified SAFe® 4 Agilist

ITIL V3 Expert

ITIL V3 Intermediate Continual service improvement

ITIL V3 Intermediate Design

ITIL V3 Intermediate Strategy

ITIL V3 Managing across the lifecycle

ITIL V3 Intermediate Operation

ITIL V3 Intermediate Transition

ITIL V3 Foundation

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