Ameet Lilani

About Ameet Lilani

I am a Senior Technology Leader and Infrastructure Transformation Specialist with over 27 years of experience driving enterprise-scale initiatives for Fortune 500 companies. Backed by an Executive MBA and multiple ITIL, cloud, and data center certifications, I blend strategic leadership with hands-on expertise across network architecture, cloud modernization, and IT operations.Specializing in Microsoft Azure and AWS, I have led high-impact cloud transformations, data center migrations, and enterprise infrastructure modernization programs—delivering secure, scalable, and cost-efficient architectures. My approach integrates robust cybersecurity frameworks, governance models, and GRC strategies to align every technical solution with organizational risk posture, compliance, and long-term business goals.Recognized for building and leading cross-functional global teams, I excel at streamlining operations, introducing AI-driven automation, and delivering measurable outcomes. I thrive at the intersection of technical excellence, operational governance, and visionary leadership, ensuring sustainable digital growth while enabling innovation at scale.

Experience

1. Enterprise Tech & Operations Strategy Consultant (Infrastructure Modernization & Transformation)

   HCLTech

   Apr 2020 — Present · US

   Architected and deployed enterprise Azure cloud environments leveraging Compute, SQL, Web & Mobile, and Resource Groups—achieving 99.99% uptime and scalable, secure performance.Directed multi-application cloud migration programs from on-prem to Azure, integrating disaster recovery and business continuity plans that reduced recovery time by 40%.Optimized Azure ExpressRoute configurations and resource utilization, delivering a 20% reduction in network costs and improved latency.Led and mentored a global team of 45+ remote engineers (Noida/Delhi), standardizing incident management and knowledge transfer to improve SLA compliance.Served as strategic liaison between IT leadership and business stakeholders to align cloud strategies with corporate growth goals.

Education

• Kennesaw State University

  Executive MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

  2005 — 2007

• Swami Vivekananda Institute Of Science And Technology

  Bachelor's degree

• American InterContinental University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• American InterContinental University

  Executive MBA

Skills

• Ip
• Operating Systems
• IT Management
• Load Balancing
• Routing
• Networking
• Windows
• Wireless
• Network Design
• Unix
• Ccna
• IT Strategy
• Cisco
• System Administration
• Ccnp
• Servers
• Itil
• Databases
• Outsourcing
• Managed Services
• Integration
• Management
• Virtualization
• Routers
• Technical Support
• Vmware
• Network Administration
• Project Management
• Network Security
• Project Planning
• Firewalls
• Cloud Computing
• Wan
• Strategy
• Troubleshooting
• Cisco Technologies
• Leadership
• Disaster Recovery
• Vendor Management
• Switches