IT Infrastructure & Services Professional with 13+Years' experience in IT Technology Infrastructure. Positive approach to challenge dedicated to exceeding employer objectives, comprehensive understanding & experience in Project. Management, Incident Management, Service Management, Data center Operation, Application & Client Services Management.
Skilled in working with the top management and overseeing IT operations at various locations; handling planning, analysis, budgeting, innovation, contract negotiation and implementation.
Proficiency in Technology Service group all aspects of Information Security including Operations Security, Identity & Access Management and implementing risk mitigation strategies aligned to ISO 27001 & ISO 2700K.
Managing outsourced partner contract and Over all IT operations ensuring adherence to SLAs; managing various best practices implementation through aggressive project governance process activities pertaining to IT Operations encompassing setting up of targets, budgets, quality assurance, MIS reporting. Skilled in Business - IT Strategy alignment, Service delivery, IT Infrastructure, Budgeting, IT Policy, and security compliance, handling of IT and business audits, IT procurements and vendor management.
Consistent experience in implementation of technology to support growth, improve efficiency and optimize IT run. cost of organization.
Project Accountability:
Managed IT Service Operations and ensured achievement of targets based on client agreements while actively working towards the service improvement plan.
Service Operation:
Assigned and communicated new processes to engineers, facilitating coordination with technology and related domains for seamless deployment of new requests.
Reports and Documentation:
Published daily, weekly, and monthly reports across various divisions of PAN India to assess site performance.
Incident Management:
Analyzed critical issues and implemented prompt solutions for efficient service restoration.
Collaborated with resolvers to analyze issue root causes and effectively documented them, offering in-depth overviews of their impact as well as suggestions for corrective and preventive measures to the Client.
Change Management:
Created comprehensive documentation to gain client and operational approvals, ensuring smooth implementation of changes.
People Management:
Implemented strategies for team development by conducting regular performance reviews.
IT Internal and External Audit:
Continuously improved IT processes upon implementing audit recommendations.
BCP and DR drill:
Developed and tested Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) drills, contributing to effective handling of unforeseen disruptions.
IT Helpdesk:
Managed IT Helpdesk operations, optimized ticket resolution processes and improved response times.
Server/Network and Security Operation:
Orchestrated IT infrastructure to ensure the seamless operation of servers, networks, and security systems.
IT Service Delivery:
Oversaw IT service delivery to ensure adherence to SLAs and maximize customer satisfaction.
Incident Management:
Successfully minimized downtime and ensured prompt service restoration through leadership in resolving critical incidents.
Change Management:
Led Change Management process, ensuring successful implementation of changes with minimal disruption.
BCP and DR Drill:
Developed and tested robust Business Continuity Plans (BCP), ensuring effective response to potential disasters through thorough Disaster Recovery (DR) drills.
People Management:
Built high-performance IT team through effective recruitment, training, and mentorship
Incident Management:
Spearheaded the resolution of critical incidents, minimizing downtime and ensuring quick restoration of services.
Change Management:
Led the Change Management process, ensuring the successful implementation of changes with minimal disruption.
IT Service Delivery:
Oversaw the delivery of IT services, ensuring SLA compliance and high levels of customer satisfaction.
BCP and DR Drill:
Developed and tested Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) drills.
People Management:
Built and led a high-performance IT team through effective recruitment, training, and mentorship.
Create and manage user accounts.
Assign and revoke permissions based on user roles.
Implement security policies for user access.
Monitor and manage network performance.
Set up and manage servers, workstations, and networking equipment.
Regularly update and patch software to address vulnerabilities.
Conduct security audits and risk assessments.
Provide support for hardware-related issues, including diagnosing and replacing faulty components.
Install, upgrade, and maintain software applications.
Troubleshoot and resolve OS-related issues.
Troubleshoot network connectivity issues for desktops and laptops.
Implement and manage desktop backup solutions.