Vikas Baweja

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About Vikas Baweja

Hands-on, dedicated professional with over 20 years of experience in Digital Transformation, Enterprise Architecture, managing cloud infrastructure, DevSecOps and SRE practices, Budgeting, estimations & proposals • Led the setup of critical applications and cloud infrastructure, resulting in improved scalability, cost savings, and enhanced security. • Oversaw the implementation of digital transformation initiatives, managing cloud infrastructure, DevSecOps and SRE practices, data analytics, and emerging technologies to drive innovation and business growth. • Established robust cybersecurity measures, including defence in depth, incident response plans, employee training programs, and vendor security assessments, ensuring protection against emerging threats. • Developed and executed strategies to optimize cloud operations, improve scalability, reliability, and security of systems. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize business processes, streamline operations, and enhance productivity through technology solutions. • Managed the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources, and evaluating ROI for technology investments. • Developed and maintained strong relationships with technology vendors, negotiating contracts and managing vendor performance. • Provided executive-level guidance on technology trends, risks, and opportunities, driving strategic initiatives that positioned the organization for future success. • Developed and executed the IT strategy in alignment with business objectives, resulting in increased operational efficiency and improved customer experience. • Implemented best practices for infrastructure-as-code, utilizing tools like Terraform and CloudFormation, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced deployment time. • Spearheaded the adoption of containerization and orchestration technologies, leading to improved scalability and resource utilization. • Established a robust monitoring and observability framework, leveraging tools such as Dynatrace, Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK stack, enabling proactive identification and resolution of system issues. • Collaborated closely with development teams to integrate security practices into the CI/CD pipelines, implementing automated security testing and vulnerability scanning tools. • Successfully managed incident response and post-incident analysis processes, driving continuous improvement and minimizing downtime. • Mentored and developed team members, conducting regular performance evaluations, Disaster Recovery Drills, fostering a culture of continuous learning.