DHEERAJ BHARTI
Bengaluru,KA
Summary
Dynamic leader with over two decades of experience in digital transformation, enterprise architecture, and cybersecurity within large government organizations. Expertise in managing cross-functional teams and overseeing multi-million dollar IT projects, with a strong focus on vendor management and delivering business-aligned technology roadmaps. Currently spearheading joint services cybersecurity training and policy integration across the Army, Navy, and Air Force, holding certifications in CISM, CEH, and Google Cybersecurity Professional. Renowned for driving digital innovation in complex regulatory environments, consistently identifying opportunities for technological enhancements that boost productivity and effectively address organizational challenges.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning & Development– Cybersecurity, Joint Services (Lieutenant Colonel)
Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
06.2024 - Current
- Leading cybersecurity training and policy formulation for joint services (Army, Navy, Air Force) officers at elite tri-service training establishment.
- Driving operational synergy and doctrinal integration across services on cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance frameworks.
- Spearheading inter-service coordination in cybersecurity domain to align with national digital security strategy.
Joint Director Equipment & IT (Lieutenant Colonel)
Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Directed strategic IT projects, enterprise architecture planning, and lifecycle management of equipment across major formation.
- Led digital transformation initiatives including automation of inventory systems and implementation of modern enterprise systems.
- Managed vendor relationships, contract negotiation, and ICT procurement for multi-million dollar technology implementations.
- Oversaw facility administration and drove HR technology development programs aligned with organizational objectives.
Unit Head – Independent Command (Lieutenant Colonel)
Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
07.2020 - 01.2023
- Led independent command with full operational and administrative responsibility for unit operations and strategic planning.
- Managed cross-functional teams across HR, IT systems, logistics operations, and budget management with P&L accountability.
- Directed major infrastructure renovation project for Station facility, driving operational excellence and stakeholder engagement.
- Delivered business-aligned technology solutions while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Chief Operations Officer (Lieutenant Colonel)
Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
04.2018 - 07.2020
- Directed operations, ICT strategy, communications infrastructure, and budget management for major Army operational entity in northeast region.
- Led greenfield establishment of operational location with complete IT infrastructure planning and technology roadmap development.
- Instrumental in conceptualization and validation of new operational concepts integrating network-centric warfare capabilities.
- Manage stakeholder relationships and ensured alignment of technology initiatives with operational requirements in complex regulatory environment.
Operations Officer – Strategic Systems Support (Major)
Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
10.2018 - 03.2018
- Provided operational leadership for air defence of strategic national assets with technology-driven defense systems.
- Led unit establishment from ground up including budget planning, financial forecasting, and complete administrative infrastructure setup.
- Managed vendor selection, procurement processes, and provisioning of IT and operational systems for new organizational unit.
- Delivered project milestones on time and within budget while ensuring compliance with government procurement regulations.
Operations & Administration Officer (Major)
Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
12.2012 - 09.2015
- Led independently functioning operational unit with comprehensive responsibility for personnel management, training programs, and administrative operations.
- Optimized team performance and operational efficiency across multiple functional areas through process improvement initiatives.
- Championed internal digitization projects to modernize legacy systems and enhance operational capability.
- Managed resource allocation and ensured delivery of organizational objectives within budgetary constraints.
Unit Logistics Officer (Captain)
Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
06.2011 - 10.2011
- Managed end-to-end logistics planning, procurement, provisioning, and distribution operations for operational unit.
- Led logistics operations and infrastructure setup for new establishment in highly active field location.
- Coordinated vendor management and supply chain operations ensuring timely delivery of mission-critical resources.
Team Leader (Lieutenant)
Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
07.2009 - 06.2009
- Led operational teams in network-centric warfare operations with integrated IT systems and personnel management in high-tempo environment.
- Supported implementation and management of secure communication infrastructure and IT-based command and control systems.
- Ensured operational readiness through technology-enabled coordination and real-time information management systems.
Education
Master of Computer Applications -
07-2027
Expected
M Sc - Radar Tech, IT, Gunnery
01.2012
Radar Tech, IT, Gunnery
PGDM - Mil Strategy, IT, Tactics
01.2006
Mil Strategy, IT, Tactics
B Sc - Comp Sci, Math, Eng
01.2005
Comp Sci, Math, Eng
Skills
- Verbal communication
- Dependable and responsible
- Social perceptiveness
- Organization and time management
- Policy administration
- Budget administration
- Process improvement
- Collaborate cross-functionally
Accomplishments
Awarded Commendation by Commander-in-Chief, Strategic Forces
Recepient of Commendation by General Officer Commanding-in-Chief Southern Command
Certification
- CISM
- CEH
- GCCP
Languages
French
Intermediate (B1)
Arabic
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Learning & Development– Cybersecurity, Joint Services (Lieutenant Colonel) - Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
06.2024 - Current
Joint Director Equipment & IT (Lieutenant Colonel) - Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
01.2023 - 01.2024
Unit Head – Independent Command (Lieutenant Colonel) - Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
07.2020 - 01.2023
Operations Officer – Strategic Systems Support (Major) - Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
10.2018 - 03.2018
Chief Operations Officer (Lieutenant Colonel) - Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
04.2018 - 07.2020
Operations & Administration Officer (Major) - Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
12.2012 - 09.2015
Unit Logistics Officer (Captain) - Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
06.2011 - 10.2011
Team Leader (Lieutenant) - Ministry of Defence/ Department of Defence/ Army
07.2009 - 06.2009
Berhampur Univ - M Sc, Radar Tech, IT, Gunnery
HBNG Univ - PGDM, Mil Strategy, IT, Tactics
JNU - B Sc, Comp Sci, Math, Eng
Lovely Professional University - Master of Computer Applications,