AVP – Enterprise Infra & Cloud

Polestar Consulting Pvt. Ltd.; Mumbai; Vor Ort; INR 4.000.000 - 7.500.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Polestar Consulting Pvt. Ltd. is seeking an AVP – Enterprise Infra & Cloud to drive technology strategy aligned with business objectives. The role leads cyber security, cloud, and IT infrastructure initiatives, setting architecture standards and governance across the organization.

You will mentor senior technical teams, manage large-scale customer engagements and partner with OEMs to deliver differentiated technology offerings and growth. A senior leadership background is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, Engineering or related discipline.
• Master's degree / MBA in Technology or Business Management is advantageous.
• 18–25+ years of experience in IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Technology, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Data Centre or related services.

Aufgaben

• Define and drive technology strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead cybersecurity, cloud, infrastructure and managed services portfolios.
• Oversee architecture standards, governance and risk management.

Kenntnisse

Strategic technology leadership

Technology strategy

Business acumen

Customer orientation

Team building

Negotiation & partner management

Problem solving

Communication & presentation

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics/Engineering

Master's degree/MBA in Technology or Business

Tools

CISSP

CISM

CCIE

AWS/Azure certifications

TOGAF

PMP/ITIL

Jobbeschreibung

• Define and drive the organization's technology strategy in alignment with business objectives.
• Identify emerging technologies, industry trends and new technology opportunities relevant to the business.
• Develop technology roadmaps covering IT Infrastructure, Networking, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Data Centre, Digital Infrastructure and Managed Services.
• Establish technology standards, frameworks, architecture principles and best practices across the organization.
• Provide technology leadership and guidance to senior management on technology investments and business opportunities.

2. IT Infrastructure & Hardware Solutions

• Provide strategic direction for enterprise infrastructure solutions including:
• Servers and Storage
• Networking & Switching
• Routing & SD-WAN
• Backup & Disaster Recovery
• End User Computing
• Infrastructure Monitoring & Management
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate OEM technologies and solutions based on customer requirements and business needs.
• Build strong technical relationships with leading OEMs, technology partners and solution providers.

3. Cybersecurity

• Lead the company's cybersecurity technology strategy and solution portfolio.
• Provide expertise across areas such as:
• Network Security
• Firewalls & IPS
• SIEM / SOAR
• XDR / EDR
• Vulnerability Management
• Identity & Access Management
• Data Security
• Security Operations / SOC
• Security Assessment & Compliance
• Ensure that cybersecurity solutions proposed and delivered to customers meet current security standards and best practices.
• Keep the organization updated on emerging threats, technologies and regulatory requirements.
• Drive cloud strategy and solutions across AWS, Microsoft Azure and other enterprise cloud platforms.
• Develop hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructure solutions where applicable.
• Lead cloud migration, modernization, optimization and managed cloud initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to integrate cloud, cybersecurity and infrastructure services into the company's portfolio.
• Work closely with Sales and Pre-Sales teams to design technically sound and commercially viable solutions.
• Lead solution conceptualization for large and strategic customer opportunities.
• Review and approve technical proposals, RFP/RFQ responses, solution architectures, BOMs, SOWs and technical documentation.
• Participate in customer meetings, technical presentations, solution workshops and proof-of-concept initiatives.
• Act as the senior technical authority during strategic customer engagements.
• Support the sales team in identifying new technology-led business opportunities.

6. Project Delivery & Service Excellence

• Provide technical oversight for major infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud and managed service projects.
• Ensure successful delivery of projects within agreed timelines, quality standards and customer expectations.
• Establish technical governance and escalation mechanisms for critical customer engagements.
• Review project performance, service quality, SLA compliance and customer satisfaction.
• Drive continuous improvement in delivery methodologies and operational processes.

7. Team Leadership & Capability Development

• Lead and mentor senior technical teams including Infrastructure, Networking, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Solution Architecture, Pre-Sales and Project Delivery.
• Build a strong technology talent pipeline and identify capability gaps.
• Develop technical competency frameworks, training plans and certification roadmaps.
• Encourage a culture of innovation, knowledge sharing and continuous learning.

8. Business Growth & Technology Partnerships

• Work closely with the CEO/MD and Business Development teams to develop technology-led growth strategies.
• Identify new service lines, solutions and market opportunities.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with OEMs, distributors, technology partners and strategic alliances.
• Evaluate new products and technologies for inclusion in the company's portfolio.
• Support commercial teams in developing differentiated technology propositions and solutions.
• Establish appropriate technology governance, security controls and risk management frameworks.
• Ensure adherence to relevant industry standards, customer requirements and regulatory guidelines.
• Oversee technology risk assessments and business continuity / disaster recovery planning.
• Ensure appropriate documentation, architecture standards and technical controls are maintained.

Key Stakeholders

The AVP – Enterprise Infra & Cloud will work closely with:

• Managing Director / CEO
• Sales & Business Development
• Project Management & Service Delivery
• Cybersecurity / SOC Teams
• Finance & Procurement
• OEMs and Technology Partners

Key Performance Areas

• Technology strategy and innovation
• Revenue contribution from technology solutions and services
• Successful delivery of strategic projects
• Customer satisfaction and retention
• Cybersecurity and infrastructure service quality
• Growth of cloud, cybersecurity and managed services
• Technical team capability and retention
• Pre-sales conversion and solution success rate
• Operational efficiency and service excellence

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Master's degree / MBA in Technology or Business Management will be an advantage.
• 18–25+ years of experience in IT Infrastructure, Enterprise Technology, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Data Centre or related technology services.
• Significant experience in a senior technology leadership / AVP / VP Technology / Head of Technology / Solution Architecture leadership role.
• Strong experience in IT infrastructure and enterprise technology solutions.
• Proven experience in managing large technical teams and strategic customer engagements.
• Experience in IT services, system integration, managed services or technology consulting organizations will be preferred.

Preferred Technical Exposure

Strong understanding of multiple areas including:

• Networking & SD-WAN
• Firewalls & Network Security
• Cybersecurity Solutions
• SOC / SIEM / SOAR
• Backup & Disaster Recovery
• IT Infrastructure Monitoring
• Managed Services

Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCIE, AWS/Azure certifications, TOGAF, PMP/ITIL or equivalent will be an advantage.

• Strategic technology leadership
• Business and commercial acumen
• Strong customer orientation
• Cybersecurity leadership
• Cloud and infrastructure expertise
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Team building and mentoring
• Negotiation and partner management
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Ability to translate complex technology into business value

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a technology leader who understands both technology and business and can operate across strategy, solution design, customer engagement, pre-sales and delivery.

The candidate should be capable of moving beyond individual technology domains and providing an integrated perspective across IT Infrastructure + Hardware + Networking + Cybersecurity + Cloud + Managed Services, while helping the organization build differentiated technology offerings and achieve sustainable business growth.