Univest - Manager - Information Technology - Stock Broking Vertical - Gurugram, India - Univest Communication Technologies Private Limited

Description

• Procure, maintain, and manage IT infrastructure ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Forecast and manage budget requirements for procurement of hardware, software, and IT services.
• Oversee the development and implementation of frontend and backend systems specifically designed for brokerage services in investment and insurance.
• Ensure the reliability and optimal performance of all internal systems, with a keen eye on improvements that can be made for brokerage operations.
• Manage software development projects with precision, setting clear objectives, timelines, and adhering to agile methodologies specific to financial services.
• Architect and document system designs, data flows, and integration points, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security specific to brokerage operations.

• Oversee and manage lease line agreements, ensuring uninterrupted and highspeed connectivity.
• Evaluate and negotiate contracts with service providers to ensure costefficiency and reliability.

• Oversee the development, deployment, and continuous improvement of retail trading applications.
• Ensure seamless integration of trading apps with existing systems and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Oversee the management and maintenance of cloud services and server infrastructures.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and availability across cloud and server platforms.

• Lead the servicing team in resolving issues promptly.
• Establish a robust issue resolution process, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption.

• Continuously monitor, evaluate and improve operational processes to enhance efficiency and compliance with industry regulations.
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and regulatory changes relevant to the stock broking industry.

• Identify and implement costsaving measures in IT operations without compromising on quality and security.
• Analyse and optimize vendor contracts and IT service agreements for costeffectiveness.

• Manage and maintain firewall configurations to ensure the security and integrity of the organization's network.
• Monitor firewall performance and respond to security incidents as needed.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the IT operations team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Evaluate team performance and provide regular feedback, training, and development Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science or related field (Master's preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT operations with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably within the financial or stock broking sector.
• Proficient in modern IT infrastructure, cloud services, and retail trading applications.
• Strong understanding of IT operations' best practices, industry regulations, and emerging technologies.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills