Nayan Prajapati

Experience in Business Applications, SAP, ERP IT Services, IT Operations, IT Infrastructure, IT Budget, IT procurement, and Vendor Management. Working as IT leader since 2012 with experience in manufacturing - Food, FMCG, Banking, manufacturing, and durable verticals with a multi-location environment. ERP – Dynamic AX 2009 (2014-2015), SAP (ECC7), Project Management, Change Management, and Post Implementation support.

Cloud

Computing, High Availability, BCP and DR planning, procurement, deployment, and operations for business-critical applications and services. IT Security, Firewalls, LAN, WAN, VPN, SAN/NAS, Emails, Wi-Fi, CCTV Surveillance, ISMS, Audio/Video Conferencing, Antivirus, and Backup Implementation and Management. IT Asset Inventory, Software Licenses Management, and IT Resource allocation with optimal utilization.

Product Technical

Evaluation, AMC's, SLA, Contracts, and Vendor Management. Team Building, Mentoring, and Performance appraisals.

Strategic

Leadership and Planning. IT Governance and Compliance. IT Operations Management. Innovation and Digital Transformation.

Head – Information and Cyber Security - B&S Group (UK MNC) - Vadodara

(2024-01)

Head IT is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing multiple technology-related units or functions within an organization. This role involves strategic management, coordination, and integration of various IT operations, services, and systems across different departments or business units, often in a multi-location or multi-geography setup. Head IT ensures that all IT projects, initiatives, and activities align with the organization's broader business goals.

• Develop and implement an IT vision and roadmap that aligns with company-wide business objectives.
• Identify and recommend emerging technologies (like cloud solutions or automation) to drive innovation and competitive advantage.
• Advise executive leadership (CIO, CEO, or COO) on technology-related risks and opportunities.
• Ensure the high availability, performance, and reliability of all IT systems, including networks, servers, and software applications.
• Manage day-to-day IT functions, including helpdesk support, system administration, and maintenance.
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) and IT policies.
• Establish robust cybersecurity protocols and data protection measures to mitigate risks and vulnerabilities.
• Design and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Ensure the organization complies with industry-specific regulations and standards (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, GMP, Etc..).
• Recruit, train, and mentor a diverse team of IT professionals, from technicians to software developers.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with external vendors and service providers.
• Prepare and manage the annual IT operating and capital expenditure budget.

Cluster Head IT - Deepak Phenolics Limited - Dahej

(2024-08 - 2026-01)

Manager – IT - Best Value Chem Pvt. Ltd - Vadodara (HO)

(2023-07 - 2024-07)

Manager – IT - Deepak Fertilizer & Petrochemical Corporation Ltd - Dahej

(2022-08 - 2023-05)

Manager – IT (Dept. Head) - Toyo Ink India Pvt. Ltd (TOYOINKGROUP-Japan) - Dahej

(2014-05 - 2022-07)

Executive IT - DIC Fine Chemical Pvt. Ltd - Dahej

(2012-06 - 2014-04)

Senior Engineer (B Level) - ITC Infotech India Ltd (Subsidiary of ITC) - Welcomhotel Vadodara

(2010-08 - 2012-05)

Desktop Management Engineer - Wipro Infotech Ltd

(2008-08 - 2010-07)

Jr. FMS Engineer - CMS Computers Ltd

(2005-10 - 2008-07)

Hardware Engineer - Narmada Systems

(2004-12 - 2005-10)

MSC IT - Information Technology - Sikkim Manipal University (2013)

BCA - Bachelor of Computer Application - South Gujarat University (2004)

H.S.C - Commerce (2001)

S.S.C (1999)