Vinod Kumar Lohar — CTO

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with 13+ years of experience leading IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, cloud adoption, and automation programs that align technology with business growth. My journey has evolved from hands-on Wintel/Active Directory and network engineering into enterprise-scale leadership—designing secure, scalable, and automated environments across Azure & Microsoft 365, VMware/Hyper-V, hybrid data centers, and Industry 4.0 ecosystems. My mission is clear: build resilient, cloud-smart, automation-first ecosystems that improve uptime, reduce costs, and accelerate delivery. I have spearheaded digital infrastructure transformation initiatives, covering identity (Azure AD/Entra ID), collaboration (M365), endpoint hardening, Zero Trust security, and disaster recovery - underpinned by ITIL frameworks, governance, and measurable KPIs. I’m deeply passionate about automation. Beyond IT workflows, I’ve applied Python scripting and automation frameworks in CNC manufacturing environments, integrating machine-level automation with digital platforms to optimize production cycles, minimize downtime, and enable predictive maintenance. This unique blend of Python automation in manufacturing and PowerShell/Microsoft Power Platform in IT allows me to streamline operations, unlock insights, and drive innovation across both factory floors and digital workplaces. Security remains a foundation—embedding network segmentation, next-gen firewalls (Sophos, Cyberoam), vulnerability management, and compliance into daily operations. At the same time, I champion cloud-driven modernization and Industry 4.0 adoption, bringing IT and OT (Operational Technology) together to enable smart factories and digital enterprises. What I value most is shaping strategy and teams—mentoring engineers, collaborating with business leaders, and translating complex requirements into simple, high-impact roadmaps. I thrive at the intersection of cloud, automation, and smart manufacturing, where technology becomes a true driver of efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage. Core Strengths: Cloud Strategy (Azure, M365) • IT Infrastructure & Identity • Cybersecurity & Governance • Automation (PowerShell, Python, Power Platform) • CNC & Smart Manufacturing • Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V) • DR/BCP • Digital Infrastructure Transformation • Vendor & Cost Optimization • Stakeholder Leadership • KPI-Driven Delivery Let’s connect to explore digital transformation, CNC automation, and building secure, intelligent platforms that scale.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cloud Infrastructure and Cybersecurity expert with a focus on automation and smart manufacturing.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Experience: 9 yrs 8 mos

Skills

Cloud Strategy
Cybersecurity
It Infrastructure & Identity
It Operations Management
It Infrastructure Management

Career Highlights

Led digital infrastructure transformation initiatives.
Expert in cloud strategy and automation.
Passionate about integrating IT and OT for smart manufacturing.

Work Experience

Nexithon

Head Information Technology Infrastructure (4 yrs)

Pratham Design Ventures

Head Information Technology Infrastructure (4 yrs)

Novartis

File System Specialist (4 yrs)

Associated Soapstone Dist. Co. Pvt. Ltd.

Executive(IT-System and Network) (5 yrs 8 mos)

Education

Master of Computer Applications - MCA at Janardan Rai Nagar Rajasthan Vidyapeeth University

Bachelor's degree at Karnataka State Open University

Diploma of Information Technology at Hardware institute of Network Technology

High Secondary at GURU GOVIND SINGH SCHOOL

Vinod Kumar Lohar

CTO

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India9 yrs 8 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Led digital infrastructure transformation initiatives.
Expert in cloud strategy and automation.
Passionate about integrating IT and OT for smart manufacturing.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Cloud Infrastructure and Cybersecurity expert with a focus on automation and smart manufacturing.

Contact

vinod.malviya58@hotmail.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Cloud StrategyCybersecurityIt Infrastructure & IdentityIt Operations ManagementIt Infrastructure Management

Other Skills

Active DirectoryAmazon Web Services (AWS)Answering technical queries and assisting usersAzureAzure M365CentOSChemistryCollaboration ToolsComputer HardwareComputer Network OperationsComputer SecurityDHCPDNSData Center ArchitectureData Center Infrastructure

About

Experience

9 yrs 8 mos

Total Experience

4 yrs 5 mos

Average Tenure

Current Experience

Nexithon

Head Information Technology Infrastructure

May 2019 – May 2023 · 4 yrs · Udaipur, Rajasthan, India · On-site

Azure Expertise: Proficiently managed and monitored MS Azure environments, optimizing virtual networks, storage, compute, and security.
Seamless Operations: Ensured server stability by installing Service Packs, Updates, and Patches, proactively keeping systems online.
Active Directory Specialist: Oversaw user activities, enforced policies, and executed tasks, managing Domain Controllers and Active Directory setup.
Network Security: Skilled in configuring Sophos Firewall, VPNs, and alerts, ensuring robust security and streamlined operations.
Backup & Recovery Champion: Led Veeam Backups for data integrity, promptly addressing data loss and hardware failures.
Server Monitoring: Proactively monitored server performance, responding to alerts and resolving issues for uninterrupted operations.
Remote Administration: Managed Windows Servers remotely, excelled in ESXi and vCenter Server configuration.
User-Centric Support: Provided user support, administered Veeam backup, and replication for servers, including Veeam O365 backup jobs.
Azure M365 Implementation: Successfully implemented Azure M365 solutions, optimizing critical portals, services, and apps.
Collaboration Leadership: Managed Azure AD, MS Teams, OneDrive, and Exchange 365, fostering efficient collaboration.
Strategic Planning: Led daily huddle calls, contributing insights, addressing requirements, changes, and project planning.
Client-Focused: Managed escalated inquiries, prioritizing implementation, configuration, and monitoring for exceptional service.

AzureActive DirectoryNetwork SecurityVeeam BackupsServer MonitoringRemote Administration+4

Pratham design ventures

Head Information Technology Infrastructure

May 2019 – May 2023 · 4 yrs · Udaipur, Rajasthan, India · On-site

I spearheaded the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust IT infrastructure solutions tailored to clients' needs. Responsibilities included:
Collaborating with clients to understand their requirements and architecting custom IT solutions, optimizing performance and scalability.
Managing server operations, network security, and data storage, ensuring seamless operations and data integrity.
Providing expert-level support for system incidents and outages, adhering to SLAs and documenting solutions accurately.
Implementing monitoring tools to proactively identify and resolve issues, minimizing downtime and enhancing system reliability.
Playing a pivotal role in technical team meetings, project planning, and client consultations, contributing insights and expertise to drive successful outcomes.
Continuously evaluating emerging technologies and industry trends to propose innovative solutions and enhance company offerings.
Overall, I ensured the delivery of high-quality IT solutions that met clients' needs and exceeded their expectations, contributing to the success and growth of the company.

IT InfrastructureNetwork SecurityData StorageSystem Incidents ManagementMonitoring ToolsIT Infrastructure & Identity

Novartis

File System Specialist

May 2019 – May 2023 · 4 yrs · Udaipur, Rajasthan, India · On-site

The company is a member of the File Share Services Team, I am a member of the
File Share Service L3 support: handling share and NTFS permissions, the DFS map & unmap, data migration and archival, the Robocopy tool etc.
SFTP L3 support: Handling the SFTP request like password reset, adding user folder access, removing user folder access, creating and deleting the folder, changing the owner of the folder etc. OneDrive L3 Support: Handling requests about data migration like tenants to tenants, folder share to tenants, folder share to folder share, tenant to folder share data migration using the Sharegate tool and SharePoint tool etc.
handling the OneDrive for business support L3 request to troubleshoot ye issue related to OneDrive.
Goodsync tool: migration of the data as requested by end-users.
Key Responsibilities of L3 Support
Process
Day to day Operational issues ,requests and Project tasks
Respond and resolve escalated system incidents, problems or outages and accurately report and
document solutions
Problem determination and resolution within SLA's
Use the available monitoring tools during the maintenance activities(scheduled or unscheduled) to
suppress the alerts, collect information for troubleshooting
Create, review, update and maintain Standard Operating Procedures.
Assist in proper designing, planning and documenting.
Responsible for providing senior level of support for Wintel team.
Perform the Shift handovers
Use the available monitoring tools during the maintenance activities(scheduled or unscheduled) to
suppress the alerts, collect information for troubleshooting
Being part of the technical team during CAB reviews, Projects and Incidents
Ticket Status Check and Update
Incident Escalation and Progress Monitoring

File Share ServicesSFTP SupportOneDrive SupportData MigrationIT Operations Management

Associated soapstone dist. co. pvt. ltd.

Executive(IT-System and Network)

Sep 2013 – May 2019 · 5 yrs 8 mos · Rajasthan, India · On-site

Installing Service Packs, Updates and Critical
Patches and keeping servers up and online.
Handling tickets / requests
Active Directory- keeps track of Users and policies
and Perform task as given by client.
Active Directory- Setup of DC and ADC in DomainEnvironment
Installation and configuration of Sphere Server, client and VDI Management)
Sophos Firewall (Add network Object, Assigning Public IP, Creating Access and NAT Rules)
Configuring Site to Site VPN, Point to Site VPN, V-Net to V-net VPN and Open VPN.
Configuring and Managing Alerts on Dashboard/Monitoring Tools
Veeam Backups and disaster recovery (Create, Schedule, Manage, Restore data in case of Data loss, OS Crash or Server and Hardware failure).
Monitoring of Servers (Keep an eye on Alerts, Performance and Resolve issues)
Responsible for Administrating and Managing Windows Servers remotely
Installation Managing Configuration of ESXi,
Sphere/Virtual Center Server.
Responsible for Active directory user creation and management, GPO etc.
Administration and Monitoring of Sophos InterceptX for clients & servers
Hands-on experience of Windows Server 2012/16/19 configuration and administration
Manage in-house Infrastructure of servers, firewall,switches, storage devices, and remote branches
Provide user support on various issues and administration of Veeam backup & replication for server & Veeam O365 backup jobs
Installing Service Packs, Updates and Critical in servers & Clients
Managing and administration Azure M365, for company's business critical portals,
services, apps Managing Azure AD, MS Teams, OneDrive fir business, Exchange 365
Leading the daily huddle calls with business
management for upcoming requirement, changes
upgradation, project planning etc.
Manage and respond to escalated client inquiries
Responsible for implementation, configuration, and monitoring