Vinod Pardeshi

Accomplished IT Infrastructure & Security Manager with 15+ years of progressive leadership experience driving IT strategy, operations, and cybersecurity. Proven record of leading cross-functional IT teams, optimizing infrastructure, and implementing governance frameworks (ISO 27001, ISMS). Skilled in vendor management, contract negotiation, and cost optimization while delivering resilient and secure IT services.

Experienced in data center relocations, infrastructure migrations, and service desk transformation projects. Recognized for aligning IT roadmaps with business objectives to maximize value, strengthen security posture, and enable growth.

Assistant Manager IT at MEP Infrastructure Developers Ltd. (2012-01 – Present)

• Led IT strategy and operations for enterprise infrastructure ensuring availability, security, and compliance.
• Directed implementation of ISO 27001 controls and ISMS-based governance frameworks.
• Managed enterprise Service Desk transformation using ManageEngine Suite, improving SLA compliance.
• Oversaw MPLS network infrastructure ensuring secure branch connectivity and optimized performance.
• Directed deployment of SIEM (Wazuh), endpoint security (McAfee, Sophos), and firewalls (WatchGuard, SonicWall).
• Led infrastructure migration projects including two full-scale data center relocations with zero downtime.
• Directed vendor partnerships, contract negotiations, and cost evaluations achieving cost optimization.
• Provided leadership and mentorship to IT teams driving skill development and operational excellence.

Deputy Corporate Manager at TOPS Security Limited (2007-01 – 2012-12)

• Directed IT infrastructure operations across multiple sites ensuring business continuity and compliance.
• Spearheaded Service Desk enhancements establishing structured IT support processes.
• Oversaw MPLS connectivity ensuring secure and reliable branch communications.
• Enforced information security policies aligned with ISO 27001 standards.
• Led vendor management and IT budget optimization securing favorable contracts and reducing costs.

Site Administrator at Lauren Information Technologies Pvt Ltd (2006-01 – 2007-12)

• Managed IT infrastructure operations including servers, networks, and user support.
• Enforced security protocols and developed disaster recovery methods.
• Supported end-user adoption and issue resolution improving service quality.

Team Leader at Trimax IT Infrastructure & Services Ltd (2004-01 – 2005-12)

• Supervised IT support teams managing enterprise network and system operations.
• Led infrastructure upgrades including servers, desktops, and firewalls.
• Trained staff on new technologies fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

B.Sc – Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology (2020-01 – 2023-12)

Diploma – Asian School Of Cyber Law (2022-01 – 2023-12)