Provide strategic inputs from the automation and technology domain, to be incorporated into the Group strategy
Engage with the businesses to understand their security technology requirements and subsequent automation needs pertaining to their businesses and concoct an action plan and seek approval from the top leadership
Decide on automation initiatives aligned to the Group Security Strategy Roadmap to improve the gaps identified through diagnostic tests
Drive the execution of the strategic initiatives related to automation at the Corporate/BU/Site level
Security Budgeting
Conduct monetary evaluations of proposed projects in terms of cost analysis, budget estimation and ROI analysis
Finalize budgets as well as conduct timely budget reviews with the leadership team on strategic projects in the area of automation
Security Technology & Automation
Technology & Automation Initiatives
Formulate policy framework and performance metrics for updating Security Automation equipment and applications for better integration of data and operations in the Security function
Design and lead organisation-wide diagnostic tests to understand the maturity of security processes and identify technological interventions to drive process excellence
Oversee/ review design documents for engineering and procurement of the required automation initiative
Formalize Security systems operating models including CCTV System, Access Control System, Intruder Alarm System, and Building Management Systems as per site/ business specific requirements
Research and Innovation
Stay abreast with the new trends, latest technologies, new and advanced automation systems, applications, and advanced equipment to continually improve the Security infrastructure at Adani
Adapt the latest trends to Adani context in order to build a better integrated, innovative and more efficient security technology ecosystem
Project Management
Lead site security automation projects ensuring project completion in a collaborative and time-bound manner
Design training and awareness sessions pertaining to technology projects and ensure seamless adoption
Lead the implementation of group-defined frameworks to govern the new projects
Review the progress of the projects on pace of execution to ensure timely execution and resolve exceptions
Lead technology evaluation meetings to discuss relevance of current systems and applications
Partner Selection & Engagement
Define the need for partnering with external institutions and provide guidelines for preparing the Request for Information (RFI) document to be circulated to potential partners
Finalize partners basis technical proposal evaluation and due diligence study; Sign-off the contracting processes to get the select partner on board
Review partner performance and address instances of non-performances on a continuous basis
Cultivate strategic relationships with partners and effectively leverage them for value additions to Adani
Performance Improvement
PerformanceReview
Define the performance metrics for evaluating automation and technology initiatives and finalize with the GCSO
Participate in the performance review of the function
Process Excellence
Identify process gaps in the automation & technology initiatives and lead process excellence initiatives to address the process gaps and drive efficiency
Drive the team to champion process improvements and establish ownership of action plans at appropriate points within the team
People Management
Drive a collaborative and a high-performance driven culture in the team, with clear goal setting, performance review, and feedback mechanisms; Finalize the performance ratings for the team
Lead capability development initiatives and talent management programs for the team; Coach and mentor critical talent
Qualifications
Educational Qualification:
Bachelor's degree in B.E Instrumentation
PGDBA in Operations
Preferable to have Certifications including Certified Protection Professional (CPP) / Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE) / Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA) certification/ Physical Security Professional (PSP) / Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)/ Industrial Security professional certifications
Experiences
More than 15 years of work experience in Automation, National Operations for Technology with minimum 5 years in a similar role - leading a team in a similar position for mid-sized / large organization
Rich experience of formulating technology and automation strategies and conceptualizing framework
Hands-on experience with designing and executing medium/ large-scale automation projects
Familiarity with end-to-end security operations including Access Control, Traffic Management, Patrolling & Surveillance, Control Room Operations
Experience of dealing with multiple stakeholders internal as well as external
Preferable to have worked in an organization with diversified business
