Avi Persaud

Background

About Avi Persaud

Trusted IT Infrastructure Director | Financial Services | Security & AI-Driven Automation As a trusted Director of IT Infrastructure, I bring 20+ years of leadership in enterprise technology, security, and automation, with a deep focus on financial services. My career has been dedicated to transforming IT ecosystems—ensuring resilience, security, and efficiency in highly regulated environments where technology drives financial operations. I don’t just manage infrastructure—I architect and fortify it. As a former Director of Platform Engineering, I led a high-performing team, managing cloud infrastructures and security frameworks for 500+ enterprise clients, including hedge funds, investment firms, and financial institutions. I have designed and executed strategies that: Optimize mission-critical IT systems for zero business disruption. Enhance cybersecurity postures to protect financial data from evolving threats. Leverage AI-driven automation to streamline operations and reduce costs. I thrive at the intersection of technology, security, and business strategy, aligning IT initiatives with corporate objectives to drive growth, compliance, and innovation. My expertise spans Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra, Intune MDM, AWS Workspaces, and IT governance, ensuring organizations are secure, compliant, and future-ready. Financial services operate in a world of risk, regulation, and rapid change—and I specialize in making IT a competitive advantage, not a liability. I lead with a strategic mindset, deep technical expertise, and a proven ability to bridge gaps between siloed teams, executive stakeholders, and real-world business needs. Key Areas of Expertise: IT Infrastructure: Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra, Intune MDM, Azure, AWS Workspaces Security & Risk: Zero Trust, IAM, Conditional Access, Defender for Office 365 AI & Automation: PowerShell, Terraform, Workflow Optimization IT Strategy: Hybrid Workforce Enablement, IT Governance, Compliance Alignment Regulatory Frameworks: SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, Cyber Resilience Executive Leadership: Stakeholder Engagement, Technical SME, Cross-Functional Collaboration A Trusted Advisor in Financial IT Technology is no longer just operational—it’s a strategic enabler. I partner with CIOs, CTOs, and business leaders to ensure IT infrastructure is secure, compliant, and built for scale. I lead teams that don’t just solve IT problems—we anticipate them. Let’s connect and discuss IT leadership, cloud security, AI automation, and digital transformation in financial services.