Deputy Head

Our client is a Bank and only candidates between 35 to 45 years need to apply

Role & Responsibilities :

- Formulate and execute the organizations IT datacenter infrastructure strategy that aligns with overall IT and business goals under the guidance and support of IT Infrastructure Head

- Oversee the design and architecture of the companys IT infrastructure, including servers, load balancers, networks Internal, external partners/ banks 3rd party services, VPN, IDPS, network devices NIC, switches, routers. Network security controls, WAF, firewalls, DLP controls, gateways, data centers, cooling, capacity management, data storage, backup and data operations and overall on-premise infrastructure setup/ deployment, management/ maintenance for existing ongoing and projects lined up as part of IT/ Business strategy

- Ensure the architecture is scalable, resilient, and secure

- Lead the transition to and management of DC/DR infrastructure.

- Ensure that data centers (on-premises or co-located) are running efficiently. This includes overseeing physical security, power management, cooling, and network performance.

- Oversee the management of IT systems, including operating systems, databases, storage systems, and networking components.

- Design, implement, and manage disaster recovery and business continuity plans, ensuring minimal downtime and fast recovery in case of system failure, data loss, or cyberattacks.

- Design and development of micro-segmentation controls for infra and network

- BCP planning and execution, Periodic DC/DR drills

- Responsible for bank enterprise wide infra/ network/ app security controls

- Responsible to evaluate and select partners in areas to support modern infrastructure technologies like RedHat Openshift, VMware/ Broadcom TKG

- Ensure robust security practices are implemented throughout the IT infrastructure, including network security, data encryption, access control, and vulnerability management.

- Work closely with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to establish a comprehensive security strategy.

- Ensure that the IT infrastructure meets relevant regulatory, industry standards, and best practices (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOC2, ISO 27001, DPSC etc). Oversee audits and manage compliance documentation.

Job Specific Skill :

- Deep knowledge of network architecture, server and storage management, data center operations, cloud infrastructure, and IT security.

- Proven ability to lead and manage a diverse IT team, with experience in mentoring, performance management, and cross-departmental collaboration.

- Ability to develop long-term strategies for IT infrastructure and technology adoption that align with business objectives.

- Strong project management skills with experience in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects on time and within budget.

- Familiarity with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and industry standards for compliance (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2).

- Experience on design, implementation and management infra DC/DR, on-premise environments

- Experience in latest technology advancements and adoptions in areas of Gen AI/ AI Using NIMO/ RedHat Openshift for AI etc, VMware / Broadcom stacks deployed on on-premise, Modern engineering technology stack using Containerized technologies TKG/ openshift, Redhat Openshift

- Strong technical expertise in IT infrastructure technologies, including networking, servers, storage, and security.

Academic Qualifications :

Mandatory : B.E./ B.Tech. in Computer Science / Information Technology / Electronics & Communication

Preferred : A Masters degree and certifications e.g., TOGAF, ITIL, CISSP, or relevant certifications

Work Experience : Minimum 10 years of Technical and IT experience out of which at least 05 years experience in the field of IT Infrastructure Management.