Prashant D. Kamble
IT Infrastructure Architect | Cloud & Cybersecurity Specialist
Kalyan
Summary
With over 22 years of experience in the IT infrastructure field, I consistently achieve outstanding results. As the Head of IT Infrastructures, I have a proven track record in designing and leading IT infrastructure architecture and providing operational support. Managing multimillion-dollar IT infrastructure and development projects, I am dedicated to delivering high-quality service and ensuring seamless operational continuity. By aligning enterprise solutions with current and future business needs, I drive productivity and cost reduction through the implementation of best practices. As a skilled manager and project leader, I successfully direct multiple operations and concurrent projects to achieve business objectives. With a strong focus on delivering reliable systems and fostering strong relationships with solution partners, I am a seasoned IT leader in delivering top-notch infrastructure and application services.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Associate Vice President (Lead – IT Infrastructure Design & Services)
SBI General Insurance Company Limited
09.2023 - Current
- Spearhead IT Cyber Security Operations, designing and optimizing on-premises/cloud security architectures to mitigate risks and align with GDPR, HIPAA, and corporate policies
- Ensure 99.9%+ production uptime, delivering executive performance reports (monthly/quarterly) and overseeing IT financial governance (budgeting, approvals)
- Lead regulatory compliance (RBI/IRAD, audits) and data protection initiatives, safeguarding confidential data across systems
- Drive vulnerability management, deploying patches and proactive measures against emerging threats
- Modernized Security Infrastructure: Replaced core DC internal firewall, enhancing network security
- Deployed SASE web secure gateway, Web DLP, and CASB solutions for secure cloud access
- Implemented Email DLP (Prevention Mode) to block data leaks
- Cloud & Endpoint Security: Designed and launched Azure/O365 security architecture (Intune, Azure Information Protection, Microsoft Purview DLP, Defender for Office 365)
- Enforced NAC-based compliance policies for network access control
- SOC Optimization: Integrated SOC with critical tools (NAC, ITSM, EDR, DLP) for centralized threat monitoring
Deputy Vice President (IT Infra Head)
Tradebulls Securities (P) Ltd.
11.2018 - 04.2023
- Reporting to the CTO, the post-holder is responsible for providing an excellent level of 3rd-line support to the Tradebulls IT team
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- The role will have PAN India of IT Operations including IT Infra setup, Service Delivery, and Datacenter management
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Provides leadership and supervision to the 10 IT Service Desk team members, ensuring that appropriately skilled resources are in place to meet required service levels
- Manage PAN India secured infra setup and network incident
- Provides technical support and guidance to Service Desk staff
- Maintains uptime consistent with Business goals and metrics
- Conducts testing and analysis of all components of network and server infrastructure components
- IT Core Team member for IT decisions and planning
- Major Projects: Cost-effective procurement of Colocation hosting, Hyper converge Servers, 40Gig network, and Firewall
- Secured, robust, futuristic, and zero legacies IT infrastructure architecture designed and implemented
- UAT Servers Migrated on AWS Cloud
- Azure disaster recovery setup
- Cost saving in branches MPLs connectivity
- MS office replaced with Open Source
- Owned Public IP address procurement and implemented, and remove ILL provider dependency
- Email gateway Implementation
- Smooth Email Migration
- NSE Colo Location Algo trading infra setup
IT Manager
Sharekhan BNP Paribas Financial Service Pvt. Ltd.
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Manage IT Infrastructure setup for Sharekhan BNP Paribas Financial Service Pvt Ltd – Green Tiger project
- Reporting to Infra Head, appointed for the Green Tiger NBFC project IT Infrastructure setup with 2 team members team strength
- Projects: VMware, HyperV, and Oracle clusters Implemented
- Managed vendor relationships for hardware, software, and services procurement, ensuring quality products at competitive prices.
- Collaborated with other departments to help meet IT needs and properly integrate and secure systems.
- Secured Network micro-segmentation has been configured
- Architecture designed and implemented Datacenter IT Infrastructure production and DR
- BNP Paribas guideline implements in Green Tiger
- Achievement: The IT infrastructure implementation project timeline was 6 months and the project was completed within 3 months
IT Manager
IDBI Capital Market & Securities Ltd.
10.2016 - 04.2018
- Manage IT Infrastructure setup for IDBI Capital Market & Securities Ltd
- Understanding business requirements, procuring servers & IT equipment, and assuring the implementation & hosting of equipment in the data center and organization’s branches adhering to project timelines
- Ensure upgrades & Implementation of new technology as per business growth & needs
- Projects: Firewall replacement from DC-Fortigate 800A and DR Checkpoint IP560 to Sophos XG310
- Load balancer replacement from Radware Appdiretor XL2 to Radware Alteon 5208
- Old server Hardware Migrate to Hyper converge Infrastructure with Nutanix and VMware solution
- Achievement: Best performer award for 87 Lac Cost saving on new procurement
Deputy Manager, IT-SMG-HSL
HDFC Bank Limited
07.2013 - 09.2016
- Support to HDFC securities Limited (HSL) PAN India Network setup. Identified areas for improvement within the department, implementing strategic initiatives to address gaps in performance or resources.
- Improved team efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative management strategies.
- Present quickly promoted and responsible for running Network departments in HDFC Securities Ltd for DC and 250+ Branches
- Responsible for effectively balancing the business needs with its IT capability; constantly reviewing the company processes and identifying ways to improve efficiency & service, and proactively managing all areas of Technology within the
- Projects: Implemented Cisco ASR 1001X router with high availability in the activate-active mode for MPLS hub link with BGP Routing protocol
- Firewall replacement from Fortigate 1000A to Fortigate 800C
- Production and UAT network segregation on Fortigate 800C firewall with the secured network
- Peninsula institutional trading office migration
- HSL call center Cisco 2621 router replacement with Cisco 2921 router
- Implemented HSL Bangalore DR network setup
- Window 7 migration HSL PAN India 2000+ desktop
- Datacenter Internet high availability with different Internet link service provider APNIC IP Address migration activity
- In this project, annually reduced consulting costs by Rs
- 5 Lac on an Internet link migration project
Manager, Technology
Quant Capital Private Limited
04.2011 - 06.2013
- Responsible for the day-to-day IT requirements of the company such as user management, troubleshooting, help, and advice
- Maintaining desktop applications, local area networks, IT security, and telecommunications
- Projects: Implemented Cisco routers in HO to multiple branches through the MPLS cloud with OSPF Routing protocol
- Implemented Domain Base DFS files servers in Multiple Sites with replication
- Shifted Live Omnesys CTCL trading server setup in TCL IDC setup for multiple branches
- Migration Microsoft Exchange server 2007 to 2010
- Implemented Omnesys CTCL setup for IBT
Senior System Engineer
Quant Capital Private Limited
11.2007 - 03.2011
- (Outsourced via Eden Services, Mumbai)
Senior System Engineer
Angel Broking Private Limited
10.2006 - 11.2007
- (Outsourced via Eden Services, Mumbai)
Team Leader (IT Helpdesk)
Share khan Private Limited
05.2005 - 10.2006
- (Outsourced via Fare Computer Private Limited)
Field Engineer
Kepri Computer Pvt. Ltd.
06.2002 - 05.2005
Education
B.C.A - 1st Class
Advanced Institute of Engineering & Management
H.S.C - 1st class
Mumbai Board
S.S.C - 2nd class
Maharashtra Board
Skills
Creating scalable IT architectures
Strategic cloud infrastructure design for cost efficiency
Evaluation of stakeholder expectations
Strategic financial forecasting
Supplier collaboration techniques
Cybersecurity specialist
Strategic planning for data centers
Implementing secure network solutions
Project management
Experience in BFSI sector
Proven leadership capabilities
Management of multi-cloud setups
Oversaw cloud infrastructure services
Experienced in deploying VMware vSphere ESXi solutions
Experience with Cisco Hyperflex solutions
Experience managing AWS and Azure environments
HCI hardware – Nutanix Cluster, Dell EMC VxRail cluster, Cisco Hyperflex
Experience in overseeing server hardware for HP, Dell, and Lenovo
Experienced in system software management
Microsoft - Active Directory Domain, DNS, DHCP in Multiple VLAN, DFS files serve with Replication, WSUS, GPO
Expertise in collaboration tools
Experienced in administering backup strategies
Management of endpoint security
Router setup expertise
Experienced in deploying diverse firewall solutions
Expertise in configuring Cisco switches
Key Areas
- Enterprise-level IT Infrastructure Design
- Cost-effective cloud architect design
- Business Needs Analysis
- Costing and Budget Management
- Vendor Management
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Data Center Management & Strategy
- Secure Network Setup
- Project Strategy & Implementation
- BFSI domain knowledge
- Solid Leadership skills
- AWS/Azure setup and architecture
Certification
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Personal Information
- Passport Number: T4047898
- Blood Group: B+
- Date of Birth: 10/11/83
Timeline
Associate Vice President (Lead – IT Infrastructure Design & Services)
SBI General Insurance Company Limited
09.2023 - Current
Deputy Vice President (IT Infra Head)
Tradebulls Securities (P) Ltd.
11.2018 - 04.2023
IT Manager
Sharekhan BNP Paribas Financial Service Pvt. Ltd.
04.2018 - 10.2018
IT Manager
IDBI Capital Market & Securities Ltd.
10.2016 - 04.2018
Deputy Manager, IT-SMG-HSL
HDFC Bank Limited
07.2013 - 09.2016
Manager, Technology
Quant Capital Private Limited
04.2011 - 06.2013
Senior System Engineer
Quant Capital Private Limited
11.2007 - 03.2011
Senior System Engineer
Angel Broking Private Limited
10.2006 - 11.2007
Team Leader (IT Helpdesk)
Share khan Private Limited
05.2005 - 10.2006
Field Engineer
Kepri Computer Pvt. Ltd.
06.2002 - 05.2005
H.S.C - 1st class
Mumbai Board
S.S.C - 2nd class
Maharashtra Board
B.C.A - 1st Class
Advanced Institute of Engineering & Management