Lenskart - Head - IT Infrastructure

What will you be responsible for:

- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute IT strategies aligned with organizational goals. Provide visionary leadership to the IT department, guiding long-term technology decisions.

- Team Management: Lead and mentor IT teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture. Oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluations for IT staff.

- Technology Infrastructure: Ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of the organization & IT infrastructure. Implement and maintain hardware, software, and network systems to meet operational needs.

- Budgeting and Resource Management: Develop and manage IT budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resource optimization. Evaluate and recommend investments in technology to enhance efficiency and productivity. Implement Strong control over IT assets spread across the country to ensure ZERO pilferage- implement systems to track assets and monitor usage.

- Project Management: Oversee the planning and execution of IT projects, ensuring timely delivery and within budget. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement technological solutions.

- Security and Compliance: Implement and maintain robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard sensitive data. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards. Conduct regular System Audits to strengthen IT Security - Infra as well as Applications - collaborate with Application owners/administrators

- Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with executives and department heads to understand business needs and align IT strategies accordingly. Communicate IT initiatives and achievements effectively to non-technical stakeholders.

- Responsible for planning, implementation, and operations of all technology infrastructures: Data centres, Network and Server services, ISP, Guite services, Collaboration, Service monitoring, User support/Helpdesk, Servers, Storage & related software.

- Candidate must have knowledge of Cybersecurity tools like Web Application Firewall, Privilege Identity Access Management, SIEM, ZTA Micro segmentation and Encryption

- Must have understanding of Endpoint Network Security technologies like EDR, Firewall, IDS/IPS, SSL VPN, SD-WAN

- ISO 27001 assessment Specification for a framework of policies procedures that include all technical operational controls

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor or Master degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

- 12+ years of experience in a senior IT leadership role with at least 5 years of people management experience.

- Extensive experience in managing IT teams and overseeing complex projects.

- In-depth knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure, and emerging technologies.

- Familiarity with cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data management.

- Ability to inspire and drive innovation within the IT team.

- Ability to communicate effectively and partner across cross functional teams and stakeholders

- Ability to translate technical concepts into understandable terms for non-technical stakeholders.

- Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and industry trends and flexibility to navigate a dynamic and fast- paced work environment.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proven track record of making sound decisions in challenging situations.