JYOTI NATH SINHA
Gujarat
Summary
Seasoned IT Leader with 17+ years of progressive experience in the banking and financial services sector, delivering enterprise-scale technology programmes across international and domestic landscapes. Proven expertise in IT governance, cybersecurity, digital banking infrastructure, and regulatory compliance. Successfully led core banking transformations, data centre migrations, disaster recovery setups, and digital product rollouts with a focus on stability, security, and scalability. Also experienced in Business Analyst role, translating business needs into actionable technical solutions. Proficient in leveraging AI tools to enhance efficiency, strengthen compliance, and drive data-informed decision-making across banking operations. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex IT portfolios, and implement secure systems architecture that aligns with strategic business goals. Adept at modernising legacy infrastructure, ensuring high system uptime, and supporting operational resilience through proactive risk management and innovation. Strong track record of working with international stakeholders and regulatory bodies to drive technology strategy and compliance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Manager – IT
Bank of Baroda - IFSC
02.2024 - Current
- Lead cross-functional teams to deliver critical IT initiatives aligned with organisational and regulatory goals.
- Oversee end-to-end delivery of IT projects, ensuring on-time execution, budget control, and alignment with business strategies.
- Manage the full IT portfolio, including infrastructure security, system upgrades, and technology integrations across business units.
- Function as Solution Architect, validating design feasibility, strategic alignment, and technical soundness.
- Drive innovation through the rollout of new digital solutions and automated reporting systems for regulatory compliance.
- Prepare contract documentation and lead payment processes with stringent compliance to internal controls.
- Provide leadership input as a member of the Foreign Settlement System’s Project Monitoring Committee for GIFT City IBU.
- Implemented a state-of-the-art Treasury system and automated regulatory reporting tools.
- Key Achievements:
- Configured a next-gen treasury office system, enhancing trade execution capabilities and reporting efficiency.
- Delivered regulatory report automation, cutting manual effort by 40% and improving compliance timelines.
- Strengthened IT governance by introducing streamlined project tracking and internal audit frameworks.
Head – IT
Indo Zambia Bank
07.2017 - 02.2024
- Directed full-scale IT transformation, including infrastructure overhaul, core system upgrades, and digital banking deployments.
- Managed seamless migration of production data centres and disaster recovery setups with minimal disruption to operations.
- Established IT controls and governance frameworks, supporting risk management, compliance, and audit readiness.
- Guided enterprise-wide technology strategy, ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient systems across branches and the head office.
- Delivered board-level insights on IT performance and risk posture, ensuring transparency and alignment with business priorities.
- Oversaw vendor engagement, budgeting, and performance evaluations to maximise ROI on technology investments.
- Key Achievements:
- Led digital banking platform upgrades that improved customer adoption by 25% within the first year.
- Achieved 99.95% infrastructure availability across branches through network optimisation and data centre upgrades.
- Implemented a centralised IT policy framework, significantly improving audit outcomes and reducing security incidents.
Technology Lead – Scale 1 to 4
Bank of Baroda – BCC, BKC, Mumbai
07.2007 - 07.2017
- Led enterprise projects across domestic and international offices (Brussels, Australia, Dubai) involving digital banking, compliance systems, and enterprise risk tools.
- Spearheaded the upgrade of payment systems, including SWIFT, RTGS, and the national switch integration (Phases 1 & 2).
- Developed and deployed internal systems such as HRMS, online complaints modules, and board reporting tools.
- Directed the shift of the head office and supported new branch IT infrastructure setups.
- Enabled 99.9% system uptime by enhancing network connectivity and database health monitoring.
- Managed AML solutions implementation and real-time transaction scanning across multiple jurisdictions.
- Oversaw the transition to Outlook 365, implementation of virtualised environments, and rollout of secure, cloud-aligned systems.
- Key Achievements:
- Successfully executed national switch integration, enabling real-time interoperable payments and reducing transaction costs.
- Implemented AML real-time scanning across 5 international jurisdictions, improving fraud detection by over 60%.
- Developed and deployed the HRMS and complaints portal in-house, saving significant licensing and implementation costs.
- Improved data backup and DR readiness by configuring advanced archive log shipping and performance tuning strategies.
Education
Master of Computer Applications -
01.2007
Bachelor of Computer Applications - undefined
01.2004
Skills
- Platforms: Oracle, SQL Server, Windows Server, Unix
- Tools: VMware, Outlook 365, BoardPAC, SharePoint
- Security: Fortinet, Endpoint Security, Cyber Risk Frameworks
- Applications: Core Banking Systems, AML Suites, HRMS, ERP
- Methodologies: Agile, PRINCE2 (Working knowledge), ITIL-aligned operations
- Documentation and reporting
- Strategic planning
- Budget oversight
- Resource allocation
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Analytical thinking
- Project management
Hobbies and Interests
Reading, Travel, Public Speaking, Sports
CORE COMPETENCIES
IT Governance & Regulatory Compliance (e.g. GDPR, PSD2, AML) | Cybersecurity & Risk Management | Data Centre Migration & DR Strategy | Core Banking & Payment Systems | Project & Programme Delivery (Agile, Waterfall) | Treasury Systems Configuration | Enterprise Architecture & Systems Integration | Infrastructure Modernisation & Virtualisation | Strategic Vendor Management | Budget Planning & Operational Efficiency
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Brussels (2012) – AML Batch Implementation
- Australia (2013) – AML Online Configuration & Training
- Dubai (2015) – User Enablement & UAT Sign-off for Compliance Tools
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Analytical and detail-oriented, with a strong ethical foundation
- Effective communicator across technical and business functions
- Adaptable to cross-cultural environments and evolving technologies
Timeline
Chief Manager – IT - Bank of Baroda - IFSC
02.2024 - Current
Head – IT - Indo Zambia Bank
07.2017 - 02.2024
Technology Lead – Scale 1 to 4 - Bank of Baroda – BCC, BKC, Mumbai
07.2007 - 07.2017
Magadha University - Bachelor of Computer Applications,
ICFAI University - Master of Computer Applications,
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