Jayant Jha

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About Jayant Jha

Strategic AI Program Manager | Country Program Manager, currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science, with 17+ years of global experience managing and delivering $150M+ portfolios of AI-driven programs, big data solutions, and cloud transformation initiatives across national security, defense, smart cities, and financial services sectors. Recognized for balancing innovation with governance, leading complex multi-agency programs, and aligning AI solutions with national security priorities and public policy frameworks to ensure data sovereignty, compliance, and operational resilience. As a Senior AI Program Manager, spearheaded multiple national-scale AI initiatives, enabling real-time intelligence, predictive analytics, and data-driven decision-making for national defense and critical infrastructure projects. Successfully deployed AI-powered platforms for smart cities, enhancing urban planning, public safety, and infrastructure management through IoT integration and advanced analytics. Led cross-border programs that delivered strategic capabilities for national security operations, aligning technology adoption with sovereign cloud transitions and ensuring cybersecurity and regulatory compliance. Specialized in managing sovereign cloud ecosystems, guiding cloud-native architecture deployments, and optimizing public and private cloud adoption strategies to meet the technical and geopolitical requirements of national governments. Played a key role in national defense projects by designing and implementing big data analytics platforms that support threat detection, surveillance systems, and resource optimization for national security agencies. Adept at orchestrating end-to-end program lifecycle management, from pre-sales and solution design to execution and governance, ensuring seamless delivery of high-value AI and big data programs. With deep expertise in AI governance and cross-functional collaboration, regularly advise senior government officials on AI strategy, data ethics, and national digital transformation roadmaps. Well-versed in multi-agency coordination and stakeholder management, delivering mission-critical programs that create lasting impact on both national and international scales. Armed with advanced degrees in Data Science, Finance, and Engineering, complemented by certifications in PMP, TOGAF, AWS Cloud, Lean Six Sigma, and Agile frameworks, I bring a unique combination of technical expertise, strategic vision, and leadership excellence.