Prashant Kushwaha
@prashantkushwaha
Senior IT Manager at Innova Solutions
New Delhi, India
Prashant Kushwaha is a seasoned IT leader with over 15 years of experience in infrastructure management, cybersecurity, and strategic project delivery. He has a proven track record of leading multinational teams and aligning IT strategies with business objectives to drive innovation. Prashant is skilled in cloud management, budget oversight, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to optimize organizational growth.
Experience
Senior IT Manager
Innova Solutions (ACS Solutions)
Provided leadership, guidance and mentorship to IT Teams including managers and engineers. Acted as program lead for cloud projects, office moves, and migration projects. Responsible for DC management on cloud services (AWS/Azure), IT security governance, compliance, SIEM, and SOAR.
IT Infrastructure Lead (IT Projects & Operations)
WSP Consultants India Private Ltd
Led the IT Infrastructure team handling network, managed services, IT security, and audits. Managed Azure cloud governance and developed IT strategies that reduced global licensing costs by 10%. Managed a budget of approximately CAD $8m and implemented robust cybersecurity controls.
Technical Support Specialist (Infrastructure Services Consultant)
Xerox Corporation
Translated business requirements into cost-efficient IT infrastructure solutions. Acted as a bridge between business needs and IT infrastructure capabilities, managing stakeholder communications and infrastructure constraints.
IT Infrastructure Specialist
Cargill Inc
Managed global teams for server builds and cutover projects. Implemented new architectural processes for OS and platform sub-domains. Designed and executed server replacements and software upgrades, optimizing resource use through virtualization.
Network/Infrastructure Operations Staff
Bechtel Corporation
Supported global infrastructure in a follow-the-sun model, managing over 5500 physical and virtual servers. Handled technical issues related to backup, storage, and network windows, ensuring SOC compliance for server patching.
IT Analyst
HCL Technologies
Provided technical support for a US publication house, troubleshooting Windows and Mac systems. Managed AD accounts as part of the Global Account management team.
Education
MBA
Project Management
B-Tech
Electronics and Communication