Kasturie Surujpal

Experienced Information Technology Manager well-versed in infrastructure, security planning and daily operations management. Forward-thinking and strategic leader with 10 years of experience in Information Technology Recognized for cost-effective system improvements, operational streamlining and positive leadership style. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Oversaw IT department operations and training.
Managed network and system performance, conducting
troubleshooting, security patching, and maintenance.
Led technology selection and rollout, focusing on organizational
planning and supplier service-level agreements.
Customized and repaired technology based on staff requests.
Collaborated with other departments to help meet IT needs and
properly integrate and secure systems.
Communicated with executive team and CEO to maximize
development efficiencies and resolve technology issues.
Demonstrated familiarity with latest hardware, software and
networking technology.
Coordinated IT operations activities to deliver smooth flow of
daily business needs.
Coordinated technical training and personal development classes
for staff members.
Understood key product management roadmap objectives and
requirements to develop product technology strategy.
Created and terminated user's accounts from start to finish in
business applications.
Developed and implemented measures and procedures to
protect IT systems from cyber threats and data breaches.
Oversaw daily performance of computer systems and
immediately responded to system issues to keep network up and
running.
Guided organizational technology strategy and roadmaps.
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Assisted in development of long-term strategies to grow
department and resources.
Interacted and negotiated with vendors and contractors to secure
products and services.
Reviewed and assessed architecture design, implementation,
testing and deployment needs to identify project requirements
and costs.
Oversaw development and implementation of improvements to
support and network operations.
Led and assisted technical upgrade projects for clients by working
and coordinating with consultants and developers for
integrations.
 

Information Technology Management - Mancosa, Johannesburg, Wits Campus
Business Management,
Economics, Informatics
Project Management (Agile
Methodologies) Analytical
Techniques
Financial reporting and analysis
Systems Analyst and Systems
design IT Management
Java programming
Auditing