Vijay Vora

About Vijay Vora

Senior Technology and Infrastructure leader with 22+ years of experience leading enterprise-scale global IT infrastructure, service delivery, digital workplace, and cybersecurity operations across large, complex, multi-location organizations. Proven ability to partner closely with CDIO/CIO organizations to deliver secure, resilient, and business-aligned technology services.Demonstrated success in operating and transforming mission-critical environments with 99.99%+ availability, while driving continuous service improvement, cost optimization, and operational efficiency. Deep expertise in enterprise service delivery models, ITSM, infrastructure modernization, cloud adoption, automation, and cybersecurity governance, with a strong focus on embedding security, compliance, and risk management into day-to-day operations.Recognized for building and leading high-performing, cross-functional teams and balancing cost, risk, performance, and innovation at scale. A trusted advisor to senior leadership, known for strengthening service reliability, protecting enterprise brand value, and modernizing technology platforms to deliver sustained business outcomes.Specialties: IT Infrastructure Management Services, CISSP, Digital workplace, IT Services, • AI & Automation, Operations Management and Enterprise information Security, Cyber Security, IT Project Management, Cloud & Infrastructure Modernization. Strategic Planning & Budgeting, End User Experience, Governance and Compliance. IT/OT Integration.

Experience

1. Head - IT Infrastructure

   Hindalco Industries Limited

   Feb 2013 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Provide visionary leadership to drive IT infrastructure and cybersecurity operations, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Manage a complex, heterogeneous IT infrastructure spanning Plants, Mines, Depots, warehouses, and offices across 50+ locations, ensuring seamless connectivity, operational efficiency, and scalability across diverse environments.Lead a diverse team of IT professionals managing Network and Cyber Security infrastructure, Data centres, Cloud services, and end-user computing, ensuring alignment with Hindalco’s business objectives and operational excellence.Collaborate with senior stakeholders to define and implement scalable, reliable, and secure infrastructure solutions that support the Hindalco’s digital transformation and growth strategy.Develop and execute enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategies and programs, ensuring proactive protection of digital assets while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory compliance.Conduct regular penetration testing, security assessments, and cybersecurity awareness training, continuously enhancing the organization’s security posture and resilience against evolving threats.Manage strategic relationships with external vendors, ensuring adherence to service level agreements and alignment with Hindalco’s business goalsDevelop and maintain Business continuity and Disaster recovery plans, ensuring rapid recovery from IncidentsSuccessfully lead large-scale infrastructure projects such as network upgrades, data center migrations, and cloud adoption, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and alignment with organizational goals.Oversee the management of IT infrastructure budgets, ensuring cost optimization, strategic resource allocation, and alignment with long-term business objectives.Provide leadership, mentorship, and development for IT infrastructure teams, fostering an environment that encourages growth, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration

Education

• New English High School

  SSC

  1985 — 1990

• Welingkar Institute of Management

  Post Graduate Diploma, E-Business

  2009 — 2010

• Bombay Institute of Technology

  Diploma, Electronics

  1991 — 1994

• Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research

  Advance Diploma in Business Administration, E Business

  2008 — 2009

Skills

• Project Planning
• IT Service Management
• Management
• Project Management
• Network Security
• Infrastructure
• Enterprise Software
• IT Operations
• IT Management
• IT Outsourcing
• Outsourcing
• Information Security
• Incident Management
• Strategy
• Disaster Recovery