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Proven track record of successfully implementing technology strategies and leading enterprise
architecture initiatives.
Extensive experience in developing and implementing enterprise architecture strategies aligned
with business goals, scalability, and evolving technologies.
Strong leadership abilities, providing technical guidance and fostering a culture of innovation,
collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Expertise in enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies, including TOGAF, Zachman,
and similar approaches.
In-depth knowledge of diverse technology domains, such as applications, infrastructure, data,
security, and integration.
Demonstrated ability to lead the design and implementation of complex, scalable, and secure IT
solutions.
Deep expertise in IoT-IIoT, AI and Data Science, Cloud Technologies, and Data Platforms.
Proficient in cloud computing, microservices architecture, APIs, and emerging technologies.
Skilled in creating/executing programs, establishing KPIs, and delivering executive reports.
Excellent leadership and people management skills, inspiring and motivating cross-functional
teams.
Strategic thinker with exceptional problem-solving abilities, focused on driving business
outcomes.
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, building relationships at all
organizational levels.
Skilled in integrating enterprise architecture activities into existing business processes,
facilitating seamless design, budgeting, planning, and technology solutions.
Proven experience in managing technology projects, delivering results within budget and
timeline constraints.
EXPERIENCE:
Head of Enterprise Architecture & Digital Transformation, Indian Consultancy Services 2021-
June 2023
Shaped and implemented the organization's technology strategy, ensuring alignment with
business goals and driving innovation.
Led the design and development of the enterprise architecture framework, defining principles,
standards, guidelines, and best practices.
Provided technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to development teams, architects, and
stakeholders, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Developed and implemented enterprise architecture strategies, ensuring scalability and
adaptability to evolving technologies and market trends.
Led the design and evaluation of complex IT solutions, considering factors such as functionality,
scalability, security, and performance.
Evaluated and recommended emerging technologies and trends for adoption, driving innovation
and staying ahead of industry advancements.
Developed and maintained technology roadmaps, collaborating with business and IT
stakeholders to align technology investments with business objectives.
Identified and assessed technology risks, providing recommendations for risk mitigation
strategies and ensuring compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including business leaders, project managers,
developers, and operations teams, to translate business requirements into effective technology
solutions.
Built strong relationships with stakeholders and facilitated effective communication and
collaboration across departments.
Led change management initiatives related to technology and architecture, ensuring successful
adoption and implementation of new systems and processes.
Provided leadership and mentorship to a team of architects and technical professionals,
fostering a positive work environment, promoting professional development, and managing
performance.
Conducted industry research and analysis to identify opportunities for innovation and
improvement, staying updated with emerging technologies and best practices in enterprise
architecture.
Enterprise Architect, Qatargas LLC, 2018-2020
Led the development of implementation plans for enterprise architecture and solution concepts
based on industry dynamics, business unit requirements, and digital strategy.
Collaborated closely with other Enterprise Architects, Solution Architects, and Technical
Architects to ensure alignment and promote best practices.
Supported the development of the enterprise architecture practice by providing guidance and
support to other Enterprise Architects and Solution Architects.
Established and maintained architecture libraries encompassing capabilities, skills, and
technology inventory to close the skills gap and support organizational goals.
Worked collaboratively with domain architects and non-EA related disciplines to deliver
organizational goals and objectives.
Promoted the business value of enterprise architecture as a driver for strategy formulation and
technology innovation.
Executed enterprise architecture plans based on business and digital strategy and requirements.
Supported the development of the enterprise architecture practice by establishing common
standards and frameworks.
Planned and coordinated work with domain architects to deliver organizational goals,
objectives, and outcomes.
Contributed to a holistic view of the enterprise by co-creating capabilities, value streams, and
products while applying systems thinking and an operating model perspective.
Collaborated with leadership, stakeholders, and business units to understand and document
strategic requirements, ensuring sound portfolios of work and addressing emerging demand.
Chief Technology Architect, Indian Consultancy services, Middle East &Africa, 2010 –2017
Company Profile: GCC largest IT &BMS contractors having presence worldwide with more than 100 of
successful projects worldwide.
Established and led the Enterprise Architecture function, building robust processes and
developing staff capabilities.
Aligned technology solutions with business objectives, ensuring technical coherence and future
trend alignment.
Produced designs for complex systems, conducting requirements discovery, solution
formulation, technology selection, and design configuration.
Effectively communicated complex technical information to stakeholders, including non-
technical audiences.
Integrated enterprise architecture activities into existing business processes such as design,
budgeting, planning, and technology solutions.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and strategic alignment.
Conducted regular assessments of the enterprise architecture landscape and recommended
improvements for enhanced efficiency.
Developed and implemented architectural standards, frameworks, and guidelines.
Mentored and trained team members on enterprise architecture principles and practices.
Participated in vendor evaluations and selection processes to ensure optimal technology
partnerships.
Responsibility includes planning the business strategy for Core technology infrastructure for any
business domain for example, Physical Security surveillance system, Fire Alarm & Firefighting
System, Automated HVAC system, Fiber Optic backbone network infrastructure, Public Address
system, IP telephony/ unified communication Solutions.
Planning, designing and implementation of secure, reliable, scalable and efficient IT
infrastructure. Planning and costing all phases of projects, then coordinating all associated
activities and resources from feasibility to implementation.
Costing all phases of projects and Preparing BOM/BOQ. Organizing, administering, reviewing &
evaluating the work of subordinates.
Measuring Performance and auditing each project, each individual in the team and over all
company performance against annual and long-term quality company objective.
Working closely with data center factory, SCM, CSD and project team to provide the best-fit
(built to suit) end to end DC& DR solution that is aligned with the current and future needs of
Customer Company business needs at affordable price with choice of Capex and Opex model.
Co-coordinating and managing relationship with vendors
Sr. Enterprise Solution Architect (IDC, Managed Services and IT security), Bharti Airtel Ltd
2008 – 2010
Company Profile: Bharti Airtel limited is a leading global telecommunications company with
operations in 19 countries across Asia and Africa. The company offers mobile voice & data
services, fixed line, high speed broadband, IPTV, DTH, turnkey telecom solutions for enterprises
and national & international long distance services to carriers. Bharti Airtel has been ranked
among the six best performing technology companies in the world by business week. Bharti
Airtel had 200 million customers across its operations.
Responsibility includes the development of strategic business plan, business offering models,
Architecting IDC& Managed IT services infrastructure, Building partnership with global leaders in
IDC, managed IT services, managed IT security services etc, . Conducting market research and
devising effective sales strategies to identify and maximize opportunities for increased efficiency
and profitability, overseeing sales performance and managing daily sales activities, Organizing,
administering, reviewing & evaluating the work of subordinates, Measuring Performance and
auditing each project, each individual in the team and over all company performance against
annual and long-term quality company objective.
TECHNICAL SKILLS :
ENTERPRISE ARCHITECTURE & MODELLING TOOLS:
ADOIT, Aris, Archi, MS Visio, Sparx, Abacus, Mega, Bizzdesign, Orbus, LeanIX , alfabet,
SAP Power designer, IBM-System Architect, iServer, CASEWISE, Troux etc.
ENTERPRISE SECURITY TOOLS:
FOX-IT/ Lightware Data Diode, Palo Alto PA-500/2020/3060, Fortigate, FortiAnalyzer,
FortiWiFi, FortiAP, FortiDB, and FortiManager, Fortimail, FortiCleint, FortiMobile,FOrti
SandBox; ISP Load balancing & Bandwidth Aggregation on Fortigate, Failover on Fortigate
Firewall ( Active/Standby & Active/Active), Cisco PIX /ASA Firewall & Cisco VPN Concentrator ,
Cisco MARS 50 , Cisco Device Security, IPSec, VPNs, AAA Model (RADIUS and TACACS), NAT and
Access Lists, IOS Firewall, DMZ setups, CBAC, DoS and common threats prevention , Failover on
ASA Firewall ( Active/Standby & Active/Active), Cisco Secure ACS Server, Cisco ezvpn, Site to Site
VPN, Remote Access VPN, Symantec Mail Security 8360 hardware appliance, QRADAR/ArcSight,
NetWitness, Encase, FTK, Nessus, eEye, McAfee ePO, McAfee HIPS (Entercept), McAfee
IntruShield , McAfee Network Security Manager system ,SNORT, Cisco ASA, Cisco Security
Manager, MS TMG Forefront/ ISA Server, Checkpoint NG, Fortinet fortigate, Sonicwall, Juniper
Netscreen, Backtrack, Ecora Enterprise, Retina, nMap, ISS Scanner, AppDetective, LANalyzer,
SAINT, kismet, GFI LanGuard, Paros Proxy, Dsniff etc.
IDM/IAM/PAM
Centrify, CA identity suite, Saviynt, RadiantLogic
VDS,SiteMinder,Cyberark,Sailpoint,Okta,Ping,Forgerock,MIM, Azure AD,
OPERATING SYSTEM:
Windows XX, Sun Solaris, Red Hat Linux.
HIGH AVAILABILITY TOOLS:
Cisco, Barracuda, Citrix, Radware, F5, Veritas, VCS, Sun Cluster, MS Cluster.
DRP/BCP/BACKUP TOOLS:
PlateSpin Forge, Symantec VERITAS Net backup/Backup Executive, Acronis, Doubletake,
VMWare.
NETWORK MONITORING & MANAGEMENT:
HP OpenView, Cisco works, Cisco QPM, CISCO NAM, Dell OpenManage, Solarwinds, OP
Manager, GFI LAN Guard, NETPRO Change Auditor
ANTIVIRUS:
Macafee, Windows Defender ATP, Sophos, Symantec Norton Anti Virus, Trend Micro,
AVG, Avast, Panda Software etc.
ROUTERS & SWITCHES:
CISCO ROUTER 1800, 2600, 2800, 7200, 7600 ETC.
CISCO CATALYST CE500, 2900, 3500, 3700, 4500, 6500 ETC