Associate Director-Information Systems

The Regional IT Director is responsible for the overall planning, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure and systems across the assigned region. Your role will ensure the smooth operation of technology services, support business objectives, and maintain a secure and efficient IT environment in alignment with global IT policies and practices. You will lead a team of IT professionals and collaborate with other teams within the global corporate IT organization to deliver effective IT solutions and support users in your region. As the Regional IT Director for India/APAC, you will lead the strategic and operational management of IT services across the India and broader APAC region. Your accountability lies in delivering robust, secure, and scalable technology solutions that align with global IT policies while addressing regional business needs. You will play a key leadership role within the global IT organization, fostering cross-functional collaboration with teams in Europe, the U.S., and other geographies to ensure cohesive service delivery and innovation. Your essential duties and responsibilities will include: Leadership & Management: - Supervising, mentoring, and developing a team of IT professionals within the region. - Conducting performance reviews, setting goals, and providing ongoing feedback to team members. - Managing IT budgets and resources for the region. - Maintaining a customer-centric and service-oriented culture across the IT functions. - Acting as a Change leader and advocate for Digital transformation initiatives. Infrastructure Management: - Overseeing installation, configuration, and maintenance of network infrastructure, servers, laptops, and other IT equipment and services within the region. - Ensuring the availability, reliability, and security of IT systems. - Managing and troubleshooting network connectivity issues. - Implementing and maintaining disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Security & Compliance: - Enforcing corporate IT security standards and practices across the region. - Implementing and enforcing IT security policies and procedures. - Assisting in monitoring network and endpoint security and responding to security incidents. - Ensuring compliance with relevant corporate policies, regulations, and industry standards. Project Management: - Managing IT projects within the region, including planning, execution, and implementation. - Developing project timelines and budgets. - Driving alignment of regional projects with corporate IT roadmaps and digital transformation goals. - Tracking project progress and reporting to management. Vendor & Partner Management: - Managing relationships with local IT vendors and overseeing contract execution performance. - Assisting the corporate purchasing team in negotiating contracts and service level agreements. Your qualifications should include a Master's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field, along with a minimum of 10 years of proven experience in IT management in a multi-national context. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as knowledge of relevant technologies and platforms, are essential. Preferred skills include experience in the High Tech industry, knowledge of ITIL or other IT service management frameworks, and experience with cloud computing platforms. This position is based at the Noida Campus. Our organization is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful work environment, and all positions are open to people with disabilities.,