Director- Digital Infrastructure (Government Consulting)

About KPMG in India

KPMG entities in India are professional services firm(s). These Indian member firms are affiliated with KPMG International Limited. KPMG was established in India in August 1993. Our professionals leverage the global network of firms, and are conversant with local laws, regulations, markets and competition. KPMG has offices across India in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gurugram, Jaipur, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Vadodara and Vijayawada.

KPMG entities in India offer services to national and international clients in India across sectors. We strive to provide rapid, performance-based, industry-focused and technology-enabled services, which reflect a shared knowledge of global and local industries and our experience of the Indian business environment.

>>About KPMG

KPMG is a global network of professional services firms providing Audit, Tax, and Advisory services. We operate in 143 countries and territories and have over 265,000 people working in member firms around the world. At KPMG in India, we are committed to delivering high-quality services that help our clients navigate complex challenges and drive sustainable growth.

>>About the Digital Government Advisory Team

KPMG India's Digital Government Advisory (DGA) practice helps government bodies modernize public services through technology. It offers strategic consulting, digital architecture, and sector-specific solutions across areas like transport, water, justice, and finance. The team enables large-scale e-Governance, data analytics, and automation to improve efficiency and citizen experience.

>>About the Role:

The Digital Infrastructure Specialist will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust IT infrastructure for large-scale government systems. This role ensures high availability, security, and disaster recovery capabilities for mission-critical applications, including Integrated Financial Management Systems (IFMS). The specialist will implement and manage advanced network security measures and secure connectivity protocols, to safeguard sensitive government data and ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards.

>>Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deploy resilient IT infrastructure, including data centers, virtualization, clustering, and disaster recovery solutions.
• Manage network architecture and security for large-scale government systems.
• Oversee infrastructure performance, capacity planning, and scalability.
• Implement best practices for cybersecurity and compliance with ISO/IEC 27001 standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of infrastructure with applications.
• Build strong relationships with senior client stakeholders, lead strategic discussions, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Handle large technical teams, mentor team members, and drive collaboration across multi-functional groups.
• Lead presales activities, including solution presentations, RFP responses, and proposal creation; partner with sales teams to position infrastructure solutions effectively.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues promptly.
• Prepare documentation and reports for audits and compliance.

>>Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: B.E./ B. Tech/ M. Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electronics & Communication Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 15+ years in IT infrastructure for large-scale government systems, including IFMS project along with presales & sales experience preferred.
• Expertise in: Setting up resilient infrastructure with disaster recovery, data centers, virtualization, and clustering.

>>Preferred Skills:

• Desirable Qualification: PG Diploma in IT Infrastructure or Cybersecurity.
• Certifications: ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer (BSI/TUV), CCNA or CCNP (Cisco), CISA (ISACA).
• Strong knowledge of network security, virtualization technologies, and cloud platforms.
• Ability to manage complex infrastructure projects and ensure compliance with government standards.
• Proven ability to engage and manage senior client stakeholders, ensuring alignment and trust throughout the project lifecycle.
• Experience in handling large technical teams, mentoring architects, and driving collaboration across multi-functional groups.

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