AVP – Infrastructure

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Job Description

Company: WalkingTree Technologies
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Job Category: Engineering, Information Technology
Experience: 9-12 years
Expected Salary: ₹25,00,000 – ₹75,00,000 Lakhs per year
Website: Website info
Contact: Contact us

Job Description:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to fill the role of AVP –
Infrastructure within our Infrastructure division. This leadership position will be crucial
in overseeing all aspects of the organization’s infrastructure, ensuring it supports
business objectives, efficiency, growth, and high levels of reliability and security.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive infrastructure
    strategy aligned with organizational goals and objectives, identifying
    opportunities for infrastructure improvements and advancements.
  • Infrastructure Management: Oversee physical facilities, including office spaces,
    data centers, and warehouses, as well as technology infrastructure such as
    servers, networks, and cloud resources. Ensure the availability, reliability, and
    performance of infrastructure components.
  • Budget and Resource Management: Manage infrastructure budgets, allocate
    resources effectively, and optimize operational costs for infrastructure projects
    and ongoing maintenance.
  • Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing infrastructure team, fostering
    a collaborative and innovative environment.
  • Security and Compliance: Implement robust security measures and protocols,
    ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Vendor Management: Evaluate and manage vendor relationships, negotiating
    contracts and ensuring cost-effectiveness for infrastructure-related services.
  • Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity: Develop and maintain disaster
    recovery and business continuity plans, conducting regular testing and
    simulations for preparedness.
  • Infrastructure Optimization: Continuously assess and optimize performance,
    scalability, and efficiency, identifying opportunities for adopting new technologies
    and automation.
  • Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with infrastructure
    operations and compliance, developing policies and procedures to minimize
    potential risks.
  • Reporting and Documentation: Generate regular reports on infrastructure
    performance and expenses while maintaining detailed documentation for
    configurations, procedures, and policies.
    Qualifications, Experience & Competencies:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or
    related fields.
  • 8+ years of proven experience in infrastructure management with strong
    technical knowledge of servers, networks, and data centers.
  • Extensive experience in Azure Cloud Infrastructure including Azure Resource
    Manager, Virtual Machines, Networking, and Security services.
  • Proficiency in Azure security tools, such as Azure Security Center, Azure Firewall,
    and Azure Sentinel.
  • Strong knowledge of VAPT methodologies and tools, including vulnerability
    scanning and ethical hacking techniques.
  • Experience with Web Application Firewalls (preferably in Azure, e.g., Azure
    Application Gateway with WAF).
  • Familiarity with security frameworks like NIST Cybersecurity Framework or ISO
    27001.
  • Excellent leadership, project management, communication, and budget
    management skills.
  • Certifications like Azure Certified Administrator, CISSP, or Certified Ethical Hacker
    (CEH) are a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving and data-driven decision-making skills.