Gloria Nwachukwu

I'm

About

Focused and analytical data and technology professional with a strong foundation in machine learning, AI-driven analytics, and enterprise systems. Through my experience supporting large-scale modernization projects, building intelligent dashboards, and developing end-to-end data solutions, I’ve developed a passion for transforming complex data into clear, actionable insights. I’m driven by solving real-world problems, improving system reliability, and designing intelligent tools that help organizations make smarter, faster decisions.

I’m currently exploring opportunities in machine learning, data analytics, workflow optimization, and building data-driven tools that make systems run better.

Interests

Analytics

Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence

Business Systems Analysis

Process Optimization

Visualization

Product and UX Research

Product Management

Education

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

MS in Information Technology

Relevant Coursework

Database Applications & Systems
Intro to Machine Learning
Data Science
Software Development

Enugu State University of Sci & Tech

Bachelors in Science

Relevant Coursework

Computer Programming & Languages
Statistics for Applied Sciences
Analytical Micro & Quality Control

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION

Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)

IIBA

Earning the CBAP reflects my ability to navigate complex business challenges with clarity and structure. It represents years of analytical discipline—translating ambiguity into requirements, transforming ideas into workable systems, and guiding organizations toward smarter, more strategic decisions. This credential showcases my expertise at the highest level of business analysis professionalism.

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Project Management Institute (PMI)

My PMP certification demonstrates mastery in orchestrating projects with precision; balancing scope, timelines, and stakeholders while ensuring that every objective aligns with organizational goals. It stands as proof of my ability to lead teams through uncertainty, manage risk intelligently, and deliver outcomes that meet both operational needs and executive expectations.

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Scrum Alliance

The CSM reflects my commitment to building environments where teams thrive. It shows my ability to remove obstacles, coach cross-functional groups, and foster the type of iterative collaboration that turns ideas into fast, high-quality delivery. It strengthens my leadership in Agile transformation and modern product development.

Oracle Cloud Infrastructure 2023 - AI Certified Foundations Associate certification

Oracle

This achievement highlights my fluency in Oracle’s cloud ecosystem and the emerging AI capabilities built into modern cloud platforms. It reflects my understanding of cloud architecture, intelligent automation, and the underlying frameworks that power scalable, secure, AI-driven environments.

AI Infrastructure and Operations Fundamentals

Nvidia

This training enhanced my understanding of the hardware, software, and operational layers that support modern AI systems. It enhanced my ability to navigate compute resources, model deployment workflows, and the end-to-end lifecycle of AI operations; skills essential for organizations working at the forefront of intelligent technology.

I.T Service Management Systems (ITSMS)

ISO/IEC 20000

This certification shows that I understand how to create IT services that actually work for people and businesses. It’s about building systems that are reliable, efficient, and aligned with real-world needs; not just ticking boxes. It taught me how to make technology support goals, solve problems proactively, and keep services running smoothly even under pressure.

Experience

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Troy, NY

August 2023 - Present

GRADUATE TEACHING ASSISTANT

Mentored more than 150 students across the fall and spring semesters, providing guidance on web systems concepts, problem solving, and clean, structured coding practices.
Delivered lecture sessions, facilitated code reviews, assessed assignments, and provided targeted feedback that strengthened learning outcomes and technical understanding.
Improved students’ overall project performance, contributing to a 33% increase in successful project completion.
Clarified technical requirements and enhanced documentation standards, increasing the accuracy and completeness of student submissions by 29%.

NIRSAL Plc

June 2017 - July 2023

PROJECT ANALYST

Designed and automated Power BI dashboards monitoring ₦50M+ agricultural guarantees, significantly improving executive oversight and enabling 91% more timely insights.
Identified trends, and conducted variance analysis to support early intervention on non- performing loans; contributing to an 83% reduction in defaults.
Consolidated multi-source data (loan systems, financial records, case management tools) into unified reporting packages, ensuring data accuracy and consistent metric definitions.
Created systems documentation to standardize project reporting and improve alignment with PMROO requirements, reducing rework by 31%.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams (Finance, Legal, Field Ops) to ensure consistency in data capture and improve analytics reliability by 21%.