Infrastructure Lead

KniTT; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

KniTT in Trivandrum seeks an experienced IT Infrastructure Lead to define and execute the organization's IT strategy across data centers, cloud, networks, and security. You will oversee 24x7 operations, establish governance, and drive modernization initiatives while partnering with business leaders to align technology investments with strategic goals.

The role requires deep expertise in Azure, AWS, GCP, VMware, and cybersecurity, plus a proven track record in delivering scalable, secure, and

Qualifications

• 15+ years in IT Infrastructure Management.
• 8+ years in leadership roles managing enterprise-scale infrastructure.
• Experience managing hybrid cloud and large-scale infrastructure environments.
• Proven track record in modernization, cybersecurity, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute enterprise IT infrastructure roadmap and strategy.
• Lead infrastructure transformation initiatives including cloud adoption, automation, and modernization.
• Develop IT governance, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Partner with business leaders to align technology investments with organizational objectives.
• Manage on-premises and cloud infrastructure environments (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Oversee server, storage, virtualization, backup, and disaster recovery platforms.
• Ensure infrastructure scalability, reliability, and business continuity.
• Lead management of LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, VPN, Wi-Fi, firewalls, and network security.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Manage Identity & Access Management (IAM), endpoint security, and vulnerability management.
• Ensure 24x7 availability of critical infrastructure services.
• Establish SLAs, KPIs, and operational dashboards.
• Drive incident, problem, and change management processes.
• Lead capacity planning and performance optimization.
• Manage infrastructure budgets, technology investments, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and service providers.
• Monitor vendor performance and service delivery.
• Lead and mentor infrastructure, network, cloud, and support teams.
• Build high-performing teams and succession plans.
• Drive skill development and technology certifications.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux

VMware

Hyper-V

Storage

Backup Solutions

Data Center Operations

Azure

AWS

GCP

Cisco

Juniper

Aruba

IAM

MFA

SSO

SIEM

ServiceNow

ITSM Tools

Terraform

Ansible

PowerShell

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Azure Solutions Architect

AWS Solutions Architect

CISSP / CISM

CCNP / CCIE

ITIL Foundation / Expert

VMware Certifications

Tools

ServiceNow

Monitoring & Observability Platforms

Job description

Job Title: IT Infrastructure Lead

Department: Information Technology

Location: Trivandrum

Experience: 15+ Years

The IT Infrastructure Lead is responsible for defining, implementing, and managing the organization's overall IT infrastructure strategy, ensuring high availability, security, scalability, and performance of enterprise systems. The role leads infrastructure operations across data centers, cloud platforms, networks, cybersecurity, end-user computing, IT service management, and disaster recovery while aligning technology initiatives with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Strategy & Leadership

• Define and execute enterprise IT infrastructure roadmap and strategy.
• Lead infrastructure transformation initiatives including cloud adoption, automation, and modernization.
• Develop IT governance, standards, policies, and procedures.
• Partner with business leaders to align technology investments with organizational objectives.

Data Center & Cloud Management

• Manage on-premises and cloud infrastructure environments (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Oversee server, storage, virtualization, backup, and disaster recovery platforms.
• Ensure infrastructure scalability, reliability, and business continuity.

Network & Security

• Lead management of LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, VPN, Wi-Fi, firewalls, and network security.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Manage Identity & Access Management (IAM), endpoint security, and vulnerability management.

Infrastructure Operations

• Ensure 24x7 availability of critical infrastructure services.
• Establish SLAs, KPIs, and operational dashboards.
• Drive incident, problem, and change management processes.
• Lead capacity planning and performance optimization.

Vendor & Budget Management

• Manage infrastructure budgets, technology investments, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Negotiate contracts with vendors and service providers.
• Monitor vendor performance and service delivery.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor infrastructure, network, cloud, and support teams.
• Build high-performing teams and succession plans.
• Drive skill development and technology certifications.

Required Technical Skills

Infrastructure Technologies

• Windows Server, Linux, VMware, Hyper-V
• Storage & Backup Solutions
• Data Center Operations

Cloud Platforms

• Microsoft Azure
• AWS
• Google Cloud Platform

Networking

• Cisco, Juniper, Aruba
• Routing & Switching
• SD-WAN
• VPN Technologies

Security

• Firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco)
• IAM, MFA, SSO
• Endpoint Security
• SIEM Solutions

Tools & Processes

• ServiceNow / ITSM Tools
• Monitoring & Observability Platforms
• Automation Tools (Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell)
• ITIL Framework

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline.

Certifications (Preferred)

• Azure Solutions Architect
• AWS Solutions Architect
• CISSP / CISM
• CCNP / CCIE
• ITIL Foundation / Expert
• VMware Certifications

Experience Requirements

• 15+ years in IT Infrastructure Management.
• 8+ years in leadership roles managing enterprise-scale infrastructure.
• Experience managing hybrid cloud and large-scale infrastructure environments.
• Proven track record in infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity, and operational excellence.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Technology Leadership
• Stakeholder Management
• Budget & Cost Optimization
• Vendor Management
• Risk Management
• Team Building & Mentoring
• Problem Solving & Decision Making