Head – Infra & Network Architecture

Strategic Activities

·         Develop the overarching network architecture to enable smooth functioning of all Client's systems across the nation

·         Design the overall infrastructure strategy for Client, optimizing costs and value delivered

·         Provide periodic reports to the CDTO and senior leadership on network and infrastructure costs, implementation, adoption, etc.

·         Design and create policies pertaining to IT Asset Management, audits, service and maintenance of networks, software and hardware

·         Act as the custodian for all network and infrastructure related policies for the organization

·         Support team in negotiating competitive pricing for software licensing/purchase, hardware leasing/purchase, etc.; ensure IT assets purchases are within the budget

Infra & Network Architecture

·         Define, develop, and implement infrastructure optimization and evolution strategy

·         Identify and develop a strategy to mitigate risk and increase productivity

·         Develop the organization’s end-user technology vision and translate it into actionable goals

·         In partnership with IT leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, develop and implement strategic roadmaps for Client's digital architecture

·         Maintain a high level of strategic foresight by identifying customer and business needs, and adjusting departmental and team objectives accordingly

·         Identify future challenges in the end-user technology landscape and develop mitigation strategies

Network Management

·         Overlook the management of the infrastructure, connectivity across our airport's network, all airport technology, and several mission-critical business support applications for hassle-free computing

·         Determine appropriate Network services and solutions for all business divisions

·         Head and manage the infrastructure network and security operation teams while maintaining the infrastructure and optimizing architecture security

Cloud Services Management

·         Head and manage the infrastructure (System, Cloud) teams and security operation teams while maintaining the infrastructure and optimizing architecture security

·         Lead transitioning of the enterprise to a collection of shared infrastructure solutions (Azure, GCP and on-premises) including productivity suite, groupware, telephony, network, security-related solutions, and virtual server infrastructure

Vendor Sourcing & Management

·         Manage relationships with various technology vendors and contract agreements to ensure technically and economically efficient products and services are provided

Application Management

·         Ensure new infrastructure transitions are compliant with current applications, commercials involved in their upkeep, and overlook the future need of applications and their upgrades

Team Management

·         Lead the technical team and head collaboration between Business Users and software providers to build infrastructure and network solutions

·         Support, nurture, and develop the team members’ skills in all infrastructure and network architecture innovation aspects

Strong Leadership capabilities

Excellent Analytical and Delivery skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Solid understanding of key architecture concerns meeting cross-functional needs

Stakeholder management skills

Strong Problem-Solving approach