Ginjala Manikyam

• Lead end-to-end plant IT operations supporting oil processing, packaging, quality,
warehousing, dispatch, and corporate systems
• Lead SAP ECC to SAP S/4 HANA migration on private cloud with focus on business
continuity and minimal production impact
• Establish cybersecurity controls including SOC operations, SIEM (IBM QRadar), PAM/PIM
(ARCON), Email Security, and ZTNA
• Own DR drills, BCP testing, IT budgets, vendor performance, SLAs, audits, and compliance
readiness
• Serve as single point of contact for plant IT governance, inspections, and critical
escalations

• Spearheaded the preparation of new network infrastructure by expertly installing and configuring essential hardware and software components.
• Ensured seamless compatibility between legacy systems and the new environment, proactively resolving any potential integration challenges.
• Executed comprehensive data backup strategies to safeguard critical information and configurations, maintaining data integrity throughout the migration process.
• Fostered effective communication with stakeholders, including end-users, IT teams, and management, to provide timely updates on migration progress and anticipated impacts, enhancing collaboration and minimizing disruptions.
• Developed a structured approach to project management, aligning IT initiatives with organizational goals and improving overall operational efficiency.

• Lead and manage the IT Department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and reporting directly to the Head of IT.
• Research and identify emerging technologies and innovative solutions that drive business efficiency and enhance operational capabilities.
• Strategically plan, organize, and oversee IT operations, implementing best practices to optimize performance and service delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute IT projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.
• Utilize expertise in SAP Basis and network administration to enhance system performance and reliability, contributing to overall IT infrastructure stability.
• Continuously evaluate IT processes and technologies, driving improvements that result in measurable benefits for the organization.

• Managed user security accounts on Windows 2003, ensuring optimal desktop configuration and resolving network connectivity and printer access issues.
• Successfully loaded and updated software and systems on existing equipment, enhancing overall performance and user experience.
• Configured Antivirus Server Edition and Client, improving network security and protecting against threats.
• Installed and maintained network printers, including Canon IR3030 and HP, ensuring efficient printing operations.
• Installed and troubleshot Cisco VPN Client, facilitating secure remote access for users.
• Provided support for Cisco IP Phone systems, ensuring reliable communication across the organization.
• Transitioned from Network and Systems Administrator to aspiring IT Manager, IT Project Manager, SAP Basis Consultant, and Senior Network Administrator, showcasing a commitment to professional growth and leadership.