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Harmeet Singh Hunjan

Mumbai,MH

Summary

Dynamic IT executive with over 20 years of global experience in scaling enterprise IT, driving cloud transformation, and integrating AI/ML to maximize business value. Expertise as a strategic advisor to CXOs has led to significant innovations, cost reductions, and the development of high-performance teams across BFSI, retail, and digital-first sectors. A proven track record in transforming legacy infrastructures into scalable, secure cloud-native platforms utilizing AWS, Azure, and GCP underscores a commitment to excellence. Proficient in leading global IT operations while establishing enterprise architecture standards and ensuring robust cybersecurity and compliance with ISO 27001.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Director – Systems IT

Dream11
01.2021 - Current
  • Strategic Focus: Enterprise IT modernization, multi-cloud strategy, AI/ML integration, and cybersecurity governance.
  • Defined and led execution of enterprise IT roadmap aligned to business growth, achieving 30% cost reduction through automation and hybrid cloud optimization.
  • Designed and implemented multi-cloud architecture (AWS/GCP), enabling 99.98% uptime, DR automation, and secured access via Control Tower, IAM, and WAF rules.
  • Developed AI-based internal tooling: JIRA triage bot, Slack L1 chatbots, and Google AI model-based enterprise search, reducing operational load by 60%.
  • Established cloud governance framework, enhancing compliance posture (ISO 27001/SOC2), and reducing audit findings by 40%.
  • Negotiated cloud vendor contracts; realized $1.2M annual savings via license optimization and cost control policies.
  • Built and scaled a 20-member cross-functional team (DevOps, AI, Infra), delivering a 3x increase in delivery velocity.
  • Established IT governance framework with board-level reporting on security KPIs, compliance posture, and technology risk metrics.
  • Chaired monthly IT Steering Committees with CXOs to align infrastructure, security, and AI roadmaps with business strategy.
  • Instituted Zero Trust architecture and enforced identity governance using Jump Cloud and IAM controls across multi-cloud environments.
  • Directed data classification, DLP policies, and SOC2-aligned audit trails across endpoints and cloud storage.
  • Team Size: 18 | Budget: $50M | Reports to: CIO
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Head IT – Products & Security

Axis My India
12.2018 - 01.2021
  • Strategic Focus: ERP rollout, analytics platforms, endpoint security, and DR implementation on AWS.
  • Built mobile survey platform (Android/iOS) for capturing field data and consumer pulse in real-time, supporting pan-India market research operations.
  • Architected data warehouse and BI dashboards using Django/Python, empowering business stakeholders with actionable insights.
  • Led O365 migration, AD hardening, MDM deployment (Sophos), and implemented endpoint compliance policies.
  • Designed ERP platform for campaign tracking and sampling activity management across distributed field teams.
  • Set up cloud-based DR strategy via AWS, improving resilience and reducing downtime risks by 70%.
  • Team Size: 12 | Budget: $1M
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Head IT – Asia Operations & Projects

Datavail Infotech
05.2017 - 12.2018
  • Strategic Focus: Security compliance, data center operations, patch automation, and cost optimization.
  • Achieved ISO 27001 certification across US and India IT ops; streamlined risk controls and audit processes.
  • Managed 200+ Hyper-V and ESXi VMs, implemented patch automation using Ansible & Git for global IT consistency.
  • Led DLP, IPS/IDS, endpoint security stack implementation across regions using Sophos, Redcloak, Dell SecureWorks.
  • Spearheaded CAPEX/OPEX optimization efforts, driving infra rationalization and reducing total cost of ownership.
  • Team Size: 15 | Managed Datacenters in 5 countries

Project Manager

JP Morgan Services Pvt. Ltd.
06.2011 - 01.2012
  • Strategic Focus: Global data center operations and backup modernization.
  • Led multi-site DC operations with Oracle RAC, MPLS VPNs, and backup automation.
  • Delivered 99.97% uptime and introduced tape-less backup via SAN.

Assistant Manager – Infrastructure

Efkon India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2009 - 05.2011
  • Strategic Focus: Disaster recovery implementation and network hardening strategy.
  • Designed DR site architecture and network resilience policies.
  • Achieved ISO 27001 readiness and built custom helpdesk automation, reducing ticket backlog by 60%.

Project Lead – Infrastructure

Tata Consultancy Services
03.2006 - 01.2009
  • Strategic Focus: Telecom infra support and operations efficiency improvement.
  • Managed 24x7 infra operations for a telecom client; introduced VLAN segmentation across 3 zones.
  • Automated patching process, reducing SLA violations by 40%.

Site Lead – Infrastructure

Wipro InfoTech Ltd.
01.2004 - 02.2006
  • Strategic Focus: Endpoint management and IT operations at ONGC.
  • Managed infra ops for 500+ endpoints at ONGC with AV and backup automation.
  • Achieved 98% SLA adherence through centralized asset monitoring and response.
  • Acted as a liaison between clients, stakeholders, and internal teams throughout the entirety of each project, ensuring clear communication at all stages.

IT Engineer

CMS Computers Ltd.
12.2000 - 12.2003


  • Designed and deployed effective IT solutions for increased productivity and streamlined operations.
  • Troubleshot complex technical issues, providing timely resolution to minimize disruptions.

Education

M.Sc. - Cyber Security

IU University
Mumbai, India
01-2024

Bachelor of Science - IT

Mumbai University
Mumbai, India
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Shriram Polytechnic
Mumbai, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Technology management strategy

Certification

ITIL v3 Foundation

Timeline

Director – Systems IT

Dream11
01.2021 - Current

Head IT – Products & Security

Axis My India
12.2018 - 01.2021

Head IT – Asia Operations & Projects

Datavail Infotech
05.2017 - 12.2018

Project Manager

JP Morgan Services Pvt. Ltd.
06.2011 - 01.2012

Assistant Manager – Infrastructure

Efkon India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2009 - 05.2011

Project Lead – Infrastructure

Tata Consultancy Services
03.2006 - 01.2009

Site Lead – Infrastructure

Wipro InfoTech Ltd.
01.2004 - 02.2006

Bachelor of Science - IT

Mumbai University
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Shriram Polytechnic
04.2001 -

IT Engineer

CMS Computers Ltd.
12.2000 - 12.2003

M.Sc. - Cyber Security

IU University

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