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Head of Information Technology

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General Manager – IT

Key Responsibilities:

Infrastructure Management (70%)

  • Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure including servers, storage, networks, firewalls, backup systems, and disaster recovery plans.
  • Ensure 24/7 uptime of data centers, communication systems, and end-user support services.
  • Lead infrastructure projects such as data center modernization, cloud migration, network upgrades, etc.
  • Manage IT security policies, compliance, risk management, and endpoint protection.
  • Vendor management for IT hardware, AMC, licenses, and infrastructure services.
  • Monitor infrastructure performance and generate regular reports to improve efficiency and uptime.

Application Management (30%)

  • Oversee the implementation, customization, and maintenance of enterprise applications (e.g., ERP, CRM, HRMS).
  • Coordinate with functional departments to gather business requirements and translate them into technology solutions.
  • Manage application lifecycle, upgrades, user access, license compliance, and data integrity.
  • Liaise with software vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely support and delivery.

Leadership & Strategic Initiatives

  • Develop and implement IT strategy aligned with business goals.
  • Manage IT budgeting, resource allocation, and cost control.
  • Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of IT professionals.
  • Ensure adherence to IT governance policies and cybersecurity frameworks.

Key Skills and Competencies:

  • Strong expertise in IT infrastructure planning, implementation, and support.
  • Sound knowledge of server technologies (Windows/Linux), cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), firewalls, routers, and networking.
  • Understanding of enterprise application management (ERP, CRM, etc.).
  • Hands-on experience in cybersecurity frameworks and data protection.
  • Excellent leadership, project management, and team management skills.
  • Strong vendor negotiation and contract management capabilities.
  • Good understanding of ITIL, ISO 27001, or similar IT governance frameworks.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • 15+ years of overall IT experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Relevant certifications such as ITIL, PMP, CISSP, CCNA, or cloud certifications (AWS, Azure) preferred.

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