Senior Executive - IT

As the person responsible for managing the overall IT day-to-day operations at Samsonite, your main objective will be to enhance infrastructure performance and ensure end user satisfaction. You will be tasked with setting priorities for the maintenance of the network, including the design, analysis, expansion, and security of the entire networking system encompassing LAN, SDWAN, and internet. It will be advantageous to have a thorough understanding of CISCO Meraki WiFi setup. Your role will also involve conducting research, making recommendations, and implementing changes in services and products to support the business growth while maintaining a best-in-class IT setup. You will supervise the data center group, employing best practices related to infrastructure and developing strategies to uphold and monitor server infrastructure. Maintaining appropriate security levels on the network, devices, and servers will be crucial, with a prerequisite for knowledge in Palo Alto/Fortigate firewall. Additionally, you will be responsible for practicing IT asset management, including component inventory maintenance and associated documentation. Negotiating with vendors and service providers for infrastructure-specific products and services will also fall under your purview, as well as handling IT audits. Education qualifications for this role include a BE/B Tech/M Tech in Computers, with added advantage if you are CISA, CCNA, CISSP, or VMware certified professional. The ideal candidate will have 12 to 15 years of experience in a medium-scale industry. At Samsonite, employees are valued and provided with meaningful rewards and development opportunities, creating a supportive working environment. The company is committed to a diverse culture, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. By focusing on sustainability, Samsonite aims to minimize its products" impact on the environment and create positive journeys worldwide. Samsonite stands for more than just creating travel bags; it aims to inspire and celebrate the moments that move consumers. The company holds itself accountable for its operations, products, communities, and employees. By offering various career paths and celebrating the unique knowledge and skills of its team members, Samsonite fosters a respectful workplace for all individuals. Samsonite is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to maintaining a work environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation.,