Professional Resume

Enterprise IT Leader with 24+ years driving digital transformation, cloud infrastructure, and measurable business outcomes through strategic technology leadership.

Professional Summary

Results-driven IT leader with over 24 years of experience in driving enterprise IT strategy, IT infrastructure & cloud solutions, and digital transformation. Adept at optimizing IT service delivery, delivering measurable business outcomes, and aligning technology with business objectives. Proven track record in leading global cross-functional teams, driving innovation, and ensuring operational excellence.

Passionate self-learner, independently developing AI and web applications, complemented by expertise in cybersecurity, DevOps, and infrastructure management.

Key Achievements

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Financial Leadership

Managed $50M+ client accounts, achieving 99.5% SLA adherence and 95% client satisfaction

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Cost Optimization

Reduced operational costs by 20% through process optimization and cloud resource management

Productivity Gains

Improved productivity by 30% through modern workplace transformations

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Business Growth

Secured $15M in new contracts through RFP management and innovative solution designs

Professional Experience

Director - IT Infrastructure Practice

Oct 2023 – Feb 2024
Algoleap Technologies Pvt Ltd
  • Client Relationship Management including Key Account Management, Account Mining and Business Development
  • Spearheaded client acquisition and revenue growth through strategic IT infrastructure and cloud solutions
  • Led solution architects and pre-sales teams to align with revenue forecasts, delivering digital transformation consultancy
  • Provided insights and consultancy expertise to client leadership in terms of Innovation and Technology Adoption

Director - IT Infrastructure & Cloud Technology Services

Feb 2021 – Sep 2023
Ardent Start Consultancy
  • Spearheaded IT Consultancy and Global IT transformation projects, cloud migrations and digital workplace modernization
  • Directed pre-sales, bid management, technology solutioning, implementation of IT infrastructure and cloud services
  • Led multi-cloud strategy development and executed enterprise-wide cloud adoption plans
  • Designed and executed global helpdesk and servicedesk setups, reducing operational costs by 20%
  • Developed and implemented IT governance frameworks, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation

Associate Director - Cloud & Infrastructure Services

Nov 2019 – Feb 2021
LTI (P) Ltd
  • Led cloud transformation, data center migrations, infrastructure transformations for high-value enterprise clients
  • Played pivotal role in RFP deals, solutioning, and bid management, securing $15M in new contracts
  • Drove modern workplace strategies, resulting in 25% reduction in operational overheads for clients
  • Established and managed shared service IT Helpdesk and Servicedesk teams supporting global clients
  • Achieved 99.5% SLA adherence and improved efficiency and CSAT scores

Manager - IT Infra & ITSM/DC Projects/Release Management

Jun 2018 – Jun 2019
R1 RCM India (P) Ltd
  • Designed and led company-wide O365 migration, reducing downtime and license costs by 15%
  • Implemented IBM SkyTap Cloud solution, cutting testing environment setup time by 40%
  • Introduced DevOps and CI/CD practices, reducing release cycle time by 20%
  • Established global ITSM strategies improving operational efficiency
  • Led VDI infrastructure transformations, enhancing system reliability by 30%

Senior Manager

Dec 2014 – Apr 2017
Capgemini India (P) Ltd
  • Led UK and Nordics accounts, managing IT operations and digital transformation initiatives
  • Delivered $10M+ in annual revenue through solutioning and operations excellence
  • Executed strategic plans, improving bottom-line profitability by 18% through cost optimization
  • Conducted MOR and QBR reviews, fostering strong client relationships
  • Performed due diligence for new business opportunities, contributing to 15% increase in client acquisition

Senior Manager – Service Delivery

July 2009 – July 2014
HCL Technologies
  • Managed multi-regional IT operations covering Windows, Linux, VMware, and security domains
  • Led offshore teams for strategic client accounts, achieving 98% SLA adherence and 90%+ CSAT scores
  • Optimized gross margins by 12% through service improvement initiatives and project execution
  • Managed crisis situations, ensuring 100% RCA closure and minimal business disruption

Technical Consultant

Oct 2004 – Oct 2008
Wipro Technologies
  • Designed and deployed enterprise Active Directory and Exchange solutions
  • Implemented disaster recovery plans, enhancing system resilience
  • Resolved complex migration and disaster recovery challenges, ensuring business continuity

Personal Projects

Personal AI Assistant (Prototyping Stage)

Nov 2024 – Present
  • Architected AI-driven assistant using DeepMind, Google, IBM Quantum, xAI, and Deepseek APIs
  • Integrated zero-trust cybersecurity tools for data protection
  • Independently managed ideation, API integration, prototyping, and QA using MERN Stack, Python and cloud platforms
  • Designed to enhance user productivity through AI automation, targeting 25% efficiency gains

Unified NGO Platform for ASD/1D/1D Support (Development Stage)

Nov 2024 – Present
  • Developed scalable web application (MERN Stack, AWS) to connect 100+ Indian NGOs
  • Single-handedly drove ideation, design, development, and testing using Agile methodologies
  • Aimed to improve accessibility and achieve 20% resource-sharing efficiency for ASD/1D/1D communities

Core Competencies

IT Leadership & Strategy

Enterprise IT Roadmaps IT Governance Digital Transformations P & L Management Building High-Performing Teams Profitability Improvement

Cloud & Infrastructure

AWS Azure GCP O365 VMware Hyper-V Citrix DevOps Cloud-Native Architecture

Security & Compliance

Cybersecurity SIEM Zero-Trust Security Risk Mitigation

Service Delivery & Operations

ITIL ITSM SLA Management Business Continuity & DR Program Delivery

Self-Taught Skills

AI Application Development Web Development (MERN Stack) Ethical Hacking / Red Teaming

Education & Certifications

Software Engineering

AWS Solutions Architect

In Progress

PWK/PEN-200 – OSCP+

In Progress

Microsoft Certified Professional

ITIL V3 Expert Trained

PMP Training Completed

Personal Details

Languages:
English, Tamil, Hindi

Location:
Noida (Delhi - NCR), India

Email:
hello@arulraj.live

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