AGM / DGM - IT (Infrastructure & Cloud)

We are looking for a dynamic, hands-on IT professional to own and transform the plant's entire IT and OT landscape. The incumbent will set the strategic direction for IT infrastructure and cloud, lead cloud adoption and migration, and ensure seamless technology operations across all facilities. This role requires a leader who can both architect/implement infrastructure personally and manage teams and vendors combining deep technical expertise with strong business acumen. Key Responsibilities IT Strategy & Leadership Define and execute the IT roadmap aligned with the plant's business objectives and growth strategy. Lead, mentor, and manage the IT team across infrastructure, cloud, networks, and support functions. Cloud Infrastructure & Management Manage and govern cloud infrastructure on GCP / AWS / Azure or hybrid environments. Lead application and cloud migration strategies, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum cost efficiency. Implement cloud security best practices, access controls, and compliance frameworks. Manage SLAs, cloud vendor relationships, and licensing agreements. IT Infrastructure & Operations Administer and maintain servers on Windows and Linux environments. Own Data Center operations, uptime, and standards compliance. Manage a server estate of 2025 servers, ensuring performance, patching, and availability. Handle IT operations across multiple plant/office locations. Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning across all IT systems. Oversee backup strategies, data integrity, and IT asset lifecycle management. Drive automation of server administration and routine IT operations. Monitor and optimize system performance, uptime, and incident response. Network & OT/IT Infrastructure Plan and design network architecture for both IT Network and OT (Operational Technology) Network. Lead switch configuration, network design, and Greenfield network implementation for new sites. Set up and manage remote network monitoring for all locations. Oversee CCTV and camera surveillance systems infrastructure. Security & Compliance Implement and enforce cybersecurity policies, vulnerability management, and endpoint protection. Ensure IT compliance with local regulations, data protection standards, and industry best practices. Conduct regular security audits, risk assessments, and staff awareness training. Budget & Vendor Management Prepare and manage the annual IT budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources. Evaluate, negotiate, and manage contracts with technology vendors and service providers. Track ROI on IT investments and present findings to leadership.

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Company Industry IT - Hardware & Networking