Plaksha University

Description:Who we arePlaksha is a 21st-century university focused on solving global challenges through transformative technology education. A unique collective philanthropy effort, our initiative is driven by a dedicated team committed to reimagining technology education in India.What can Plaksha offer you?- A mission-driven workplace with opportunities to collaborate with leading minds in academia and industry.- A transparent work culture embodying our values C.R.E.A.T.E. (Curious, Rigorous, Enterprising, Authentic, Thankful, Exemplary), fostering personal growth.- An inclusive environment that values diverse talent, promotes innovation, and supports the development of individuals from underrepresented groups.Role: Associate Director, IT Infrastructure, Tech EnablersWe are looking for a seasoned and strategic IT Infrastructure professional to lead the planning, execution, and management of IT infrastructure and technology enablement initiatives. This role will be responsible for driving enterprise-wide infrastructure architecture, managing networks and data centres, ensuring system reliability and cybersecurity, and enabling technology solutions that support institutional goals.- The candidate must have strong business acumen, outstanding communication skills, strategic planning skills and knowledge of an organization's internal operations and technology initiatives.- Oversee the technological infrastructure (networks and computer systems) in the organization to ensure optimal performance.- Managing IT Infra and AV staff.- Developing IT policies, procedures, and best practices related to hardware.- Stay abreast of relevant laws and regulations impacting IT, especially in areas such as data privacy and security.- Approve purchases of technological equipment and software and establish partnerships with IT providers.- Design and customize technological systems and platforms to improve stakeholders experience.- Overseeing relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers.- Developing and overseeing the IT budget.- Participate in contract negotiation and agreements with vendors.- Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the university's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and storage systems.- Provide support services to end-users, including students, faculty, and staff.- Implement and maintain helpdesk services for prompt issue resolution.- Generate reports and insights to support decision-making processes.Education and Experience:- Bachelors or masters degree in computer science, IT, or a related field.- Minimum 15+ years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure management, with at least 34 years in a leadership role with strong expertise in: - Networking (Cisco, Aruba, Fortinet, etc.) - Server/Cloud environments (Windows/Linux, (ref:iimjobs.com)