About
Strategic and results-driven IT Operations Leader with 28+ years of experience, including 18+ specifically in the Media & Entertainment (CG/Animation, VFX) sector. Proven expertise in spearheading IT infrastructure for 900+ artists, acting as CISO for security compliance (ISO 27001, TPN) and driving digital transformation. Adept at client workflow integration, technology procurement, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to deliver robust, compliant IT solutions and exceed business objectives.
Work
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Summary
Led comprehensive IT operations and strategic initiatives for a leading animation and VFX studio, driving digital transformation, ensuring compliance, and optimizing infrastructure for over 900 artists.
Highlights
Directed successful ISO27001:2013 and TPN certifications, achieving 100% compliance with international cybersecurity standards essential for retaining top-tier Hollywood clients.
Managed comprehensive IT operations supporting 900+ CG/VFX artists and a production pipeline delivering over 20+ animated/VFX projects annually, ensuring 99.9% uptime.
Executed IT budgets exceeding ₹10 crore annually, achieving 15% cost savings through strategic optimizations and 20% reduction in procurement costs via vendor negotiations.
Championed cloud adoption, increasing scalability by 30% and reducing operational costs by 25% over three years, while boosting production efficiency by 40% for global teams.
Enhanced cybersecurity posture as CISO, reducing vulnerabilities by 60% and achieving zero reported breaches, while cutting IT incidents by 50% through proactive monitoring.
Modernized legacy systems and implemented advanced disaster recovery protocols, cutting critical workflow processing times by 30% and reducing downtime by 85%.
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Summary
Managed high-impact IT infrastructure projects for Media ERP systems, delivering hybrid cloud solutions and driving change management for leading broadcasters.
Highlights
Led high-impact projects to establish robust IT infrastructure for Media ERP systems across leading broadcasters, including Star TV and ZEE TV.
Delivered scalable hybrid cloud solutions, successfully transitioning broadcasting workflows to modern, cloud-based platforms for enhanced efficiency.
Championed change management initiatives to seamlessly integrate cutting-edge technologies, ensuring successful adoption and operational continuity.
Delivered mission-critical applications for marquee clients in the entertainment sector, directly supporting their core business operations.
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Summary
Managed IT infrastructure and enhanced business continuity, building internal systems and strengthening compliance for a media entertainment company.
Highlights
Designed and deployed a Disaster Recovery Site, significantly enhancing business continuity and ensuring operational resilience.
Built a corporate intranet, improving internal communications and driving process efficiency across the organization.
Strengthened IT compliance by aligning systems with stringent quality standards, ensuring regulatory adherence.
Various Organizations (Epitome Global Services Pvt. Ltd., IBH Publishing Services, Datamatics Technologies Ltd.)
|IT Leadership Positions
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Summary
Held various IT leadership positions, focusing on process optimization, infrastructure support, and team leadership across diverse organizations.
Highlights
Optimized IT processes to enhance operational efficiency and system performance across multiple organizations.
Provided robust infrastructure support, ensuring stable and reliable IT environments for business operations.
Led and mentored IT teams, fostering skill development and collaborative execution of technical projects.
Contributed to strategic IT initiatives, aligning technology solutions with organizational goals.
Awards
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Awarded By
Duke of Edinburgh's Award
Recognized for significant contribution to social services.
Languages
English
Tamil
Telugu
Hindi
French
Skills
IT Operations & Management
IT Infrastructure Management, IT Operations, Data Center Management, Network Administration, IT Process Optimization, Infrastructure Support, Service Delivery.
Digital Transformation
Technology Roadmaps, Digital Transformation, Hybrid Cloud Implementation, Cloud Technologies Adoption, Legacy System Modernization, Business Process Reengineering.
Information Security & Compliance
ISO 27001 Compliance, TPN Security Compliance, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Content Protection, CISO Functions, Security Audits.
Project & Program Management
Project Management, Program Management, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Project Delivery, Cross-functional Collaboration.
Financial & Vendor Management
Budget Management, Cost Optimization, Vendor Relations, Contract Negotiation, Procurement.
Media & Entertainment Technologies
Media ERP Systems, Animation Workflows, VFX Workflows, Broadcasting Workflows, Content Production Pipeline.
Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
Business Continuity Planning, Disaster Recovery Protocols, Downtime Reduction.
Team Leadership
Team Leadership, Team Management, Mentoring, Talent Development.