Lead the successful delivery of complex infrastructure, security, and middleware integration projects across multiple OEMs (e.g., IBM, Cisco, Microsoft, Oracle).
Ensure delivery excellence across all stages: planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
Drive delivery governance, quality assurance, and adherence to SLAs and KPIs.
Build and lead a high-performing delivery and support team across infrastructure, middleware, integration, security, and CX technologies.
Define KPIs and performance goals; coach and mentor managers and leads across functions.
Collaborate with OEM partners (e.g., IBM, Red Hat, Cisco, Fortinet, etc.) to align solution delivery with product capabilities and updates.
Stay abreast of emerging technologies to guide delivery transformation and competency development.
Establish and refine standard operating procedures, delivery methodologies, and playbooks for repeatability and scalability.
Implement tools and platforms for automation, monitoring, and project tracking.
Own P&L responsibilities for the delivery and support functions.
Optimize resource allocation across projects and support engagements while ensuring
Act as a key escalation point for critical project or support issues.
Ensure alignment with client expectations through regular governance meetings and executive reporting.
Ensure all delivery and support operations comply with security standards, regulatory requirements, and customer contractual obligations.
Implement robust risk identification, mitigation, and reporting practices.
Requirements
7-10 years of relevant experience.
Proven experience in delivering Software, Network, and IT Managed Services.
Strong proficiency in SDLC and stakeholder management.
Prior to moving into a managerial role, must have worked as either a Software Developer or an IT Infrastructure/Network Engineer.