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As the Deputy General Manager (DGM) Electronics at our reputed group of educational institutions in Hyderabad, your role is crucial for the effective planning, execution, and management of the entire IT infrastructure and electronics hardware ecosystem. Your strategic vision and hands-on experience will play a pivotal role in providing robust and scalable solutions to meet the needs of our multi-campus organization. **Key Responsibilities:** - Oversee and manage all IT and electronics-related services to ensure robust, secure, and scalable solutions for the organization. - Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of campus-wide IT infrastructure, including data management systems, networking, biometrics, CCTV surveillance, interactive panels, and related hardware. - Assess and upgrade existing IT and security infrastructure to align with the latest technology standards and organizational growth objectives. - Supervise the procurement, installation, and lifecycle management of IT hardware, AV equipment, and electronic devices across all branches. - Coordinate with academic and administrative leadership to translate institutional requirements into tailored technology solutions. - Formulate, monitor, and enforce IT policies, cybersecurity protocols, and preventive maintenance schedules. - Lead vendor management, including negotiation, performance measurement, and contract management for hardware and IT services. - Recruit, mentor, and direct IT technical teams and support staff; foster ongoing training and capacity building. - Manage budgets and cost controls related to IT infrastructure upgrades and daily operations. - Troubleshoot and resolve major IT and electronics system issues to ensure minimal disruption to campus activities. - Stay updated with emerging technologies, recommending and piloting enhancements for smarter campus operations. **Required Qualifications & Experience:** - Bachelors or Masters degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. - Minimum 10 years of relevant hands-on experience in IT infrastructure management, networking, campus security systems (CCTV, biometrics), and hardware deployment, preferably in large institutions or multi-site organizations. - Proven ability to design, implement, and maintain complex campus-wide IT and electronics systems at scale. - Strong understanding of data security standards, networking protocols, cloud integrations, and hardware troubleshooting. - Experience with educational technology, interactive panels, and AV systems is highly desirable. - Demonstrated leadership experience in team management and cross-functional project execution. - Excellent vendor management and negotiation skills. **Preferred Attributes:** - Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, ITIL, PMP, or equivalent. - Previous experience in the educational sector, large corporates, or multi-location enterprises. - Solution-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement. This role reports to the Group Chief Technology Officer (CTO) or Senior Management and is based in Hyderabad, with occasional travel to branch campuses. As a full-time employee, you will enjoy benefits such as health insurance and provident fund. Your presence at the work location is required for in-person collaboration and support.,
