Hi, I’m
Salil Kumar Yadav
Gwalior,MP
Summary
• Highly motivated veteran with 23 years of distinguished service in the Indian Air Force (IAF).
• Accomplished IT manager and cybersecurity expert with over 15 years of extensive experience in the field, seeking a challenging role to leverage expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Information Security, Risk Management, and Strategic Planning.
• A dedicated and resourceful professional recognized for cognitive flexibility and cross-disciplinary expertise, integrating deep technical knowledge with strategic management skills.
Overview
23
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project AWTC, Air Force
Technology Architect and Infosec Manager
04.2020 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Actively participated in products and solution management including VR based simulator, Common Debriefing System, Network based debriefing solution etc
- Conducted system integration of legacy systems for creating system of systems
- Designed and implemented pan IAF network-based data storage solution for storing operational data with proper security controls
- Formulated and implemented infosec policies & processes for governing the mission critical data subjects and objects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices
- Implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI) based solutions
- Contributed in multiple projects, involving stakeholder and vendor management, channelling feedback into process improvement, multisite implementation, mentoring remote operatives, providing guidance and support, monitoring progress at remote locations, ensuring time bound resolution of issues
Training Institute, Air ForceGwalior
Infosec Instructor & IT Manager
05.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Developed and delivered structured infosec curricula, ensuring alignment with industry standards, emerging threats, and best practices for imparting training
- Mentored staff from the air force, army, navy and other government agencies, assisting them in mastering complex cybersecurity concepts and various domains of cybersecurity, including Network Security, Cryptography, Risk Management, Incident Response and digital forensics
- Managed and maintained the IT infrastructure and services, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for conducting academic operations
- Monitored and addressed IT issues and outages, minimizing disruptions to training activities
- Managing lifecycle of IT systems and projects, from planning, budgeting and procurement to implementation and evaluation, ensuring that they were completed on time and within budget
- Monitored progress, assessed learning outcomes, and provided targeted, constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement and skill development
Air HQ, Vayu BhawanNew Delhi
Lead IT & Cybersecurity Specialist
11.2012 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Conceptualized, planned and managed IT infrastructure and network upgrade projects
- Actively participated in drafting RFPs, Vendor management and defining SLAs
- Managing security products, such as IPS, IDS, DLP, Endpoint protection, Firewalls
- Working on various areas like Active Directory & LDAP, executing Internal VA & PT, and conducting Internal Audit & Gap analysis
- Implemented the concepts of secure network architecture, VLANs, DMZ, Backup and backup validation, Service Continuity & Disaster Recovery (SCDR) plan and DR plan validation
- Implemented cloud concepts, virtualization and Datacenter technologies for commissioning of on-premise Datacenter
- Designed and implemented standard operating procedures, policies and processes pertaining to governance, risk and compliance as per IAF cybersecurity framework
- Developed security protocols to protect sensitive data and data processing subjects and objects
- Created and maintained practical penetration testing labs covering Web Application Security, Network Security, Database Security, and Infrastructure Security to reinforce critical skills
Project AFNET, Air ForceGandhinagar
Network and System Administrator
10.2008 - 11.2012
Job overview
- Maintained network infrastructure to support operations at a Tier-1 core location with pan IAF links supporting bandwidths up to STM-16
- Monitored network performance, ensured continuous multisite connectivity with minimum downtime, and troubleshooted network issues promptly
- Maintained detailed logs and records of incidents, changes, and system performance metrics
- Installed, configured, and maintained routers, switches, servers, storage devices, and other essential hardware components
- Oversaw OS deployments, updates, and patches to ensure systems remain secure and functional
- Simplified troubleshooting processes by creating detailed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices.
- Conceptualized and implemented comprehensive business continuity and disaster recovery plans in consultation with IT team and other stakeholders, ensuring minimal service disruption and data loss during critical incidents.
Field Unit, Air Force
IT Associate
09.2003 - 10.2008
Job overview
- Maintained and installed IT infrastructure to support organizational operations in LAN and WAN
- Monitored & ensured continuity of operations with minimum downtime
- Installed, configured, and maintained switches, servers, storage devices, and other hardware
- Upkeep of logs, records and documentation
- Developed Audit Templates, checklists & questionnaires for various types of Audit/ Assessment and performed as a Team Member in ISMS Audit
Indian Air ForceBangalore
Technical Trainee
06.2002 - 09.2003
Job overview
- Learned about concepts of Radio communications and gained experience on various RT sets and other power generation/supply equipments powering Ground as well as Radio communications.
- Undergone familiarization program in various aspects of landline communication technologies and equipments .
- Participated and excelled in aero-modelling course.
- Strengthened communication skills by presenting project updates to management teams during regular progress meetings.
Education
Indira Gandhi National Open UniversityNew Delhi
Associate of Science
06.2011 - 06.2013
Indira Gandhi National Open UniversityNew Delhi
Diploma in Telecommunications
06.2011 - 06.2012
Skills
Critical Thinking
undefinedAccomplishments
· Integral part of the team recognised by the Prime Minister of India for its contribution - 2015.
· Appreciation by Chief of Air Staff for dedication and professional ability - 2022.
Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridOn-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsFlexible work hoursTeam Building / Company RetreatsLanguages
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Software
Office productivity software
Type 1& 2 Virtualization software
Operating Systems
Interests
Travelling
Adventure sports
Reading
Chess
Timeline
Technology Architect and Infosec Manager
Project AWTC, Air Force
04.2020 - 12.2024
Infosec Instructor & IT Manager
Training Institute, Air Force
05.2018 - 03.2020
Lead IT & Cybersecurity Specialist
Air HQ, Vayu Bhawan
11.2012 - 05.2018
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Associate of Science
06.2011 - 06.2013
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Diploma in Telecommunications
06.2011 - 06.2012
Network and System Administrator
Project AFNET, Air Force
10.2008 - 11.2012
IT Associate
Field Unit, Air Force
09.2003 - 10.2008
Technical Trainee
Indian Air Force
06.2002 - 09.2003
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