IT Systems Leader

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
In-Office
Senior level
Information Technology
The Role
Lead and optimize enterprise IT infrastructure, cloud environments (AWS/Azure), end-user support, security and access management, networking, asset/licensing governance, and next‑generation AI/HPC hardware while driving process improvement and ITSM best practices.
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IT Systems Leader 
From powering people to enabling innovation — lead the systems that keep an AI-first company running.

Location: Chennai

Experience: 5–7 years in IT Support, Systems Administration, Cloud Operations, and Infrastructure Management

We are looking for technology leaders who don't just solve IT issues but build reliable, secure, and scalable environments that empower teams to innovate every day.

Expertise: Strong passion for modern IT operations, cloud technologies, infrastructure management, and user experience, combined with ownership, problem-solving ability, and a security-first mindset.

Proactive professionals who can take charge of enterprise systems, optimize IT operations, and support a fast-growing AI-driven organization.


Role Overview

As an IT Systems Leader, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing the organization's IT infrastructure, cloud environments, user support operations, and asset lifecycle management. You will work closely with engineering, data science, and business teams to ensure seamless technology operations while enabling innovation through secure, reliable, and scalable systems.

From cloud administration and Microsoft 365 management to supporting next-generation AI hardware, you will play a critical role in ensuring technology remains a strategic enabler across the organization.


What makes you right for the role?
Infrastructure Ownership

Manage and maintain enterprise IT infrastructure across Windows, Linux, and macOS environments, ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability.

Cloud Operations & Optimization

Administer AWS and Azure environments, manage cloud resources, monitor usage, optimize costs, and support infrastructure requirements across teams.

IT Service Excellence

Lead end-user support operations, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and drive efficient resolution through ITSM and ticketing platforms.

Security & Access Management

Manage user provisioning, Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft 365 administration, and endpoint security while ensuring compliance with organizational policies.

Asset, Licensing & Cost Governance

Oversee software licensing, SaaS subscriptions, cloud spending, and emerging AI infrastructure costs while identifying optimization opportunities.

Network & Systems Administration

Support wired and wireless networks, VPN connectivity, DNS, DHCP, and enterprise networking components with a security-first approach.

Emerging Technology Enablement

Support and manage next-generation AI infrastructure, including high-performance computing environments and AI-accelerated hardware platforms.

Process Improvement & Knowledge Leadership

Drive IT operational excellence through documentation, automation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.


The person we're looking for
  • 5+ years of experience in IT support, systems administration, or infrastructure management within corporate environments.
  • Strong hands-on experience administering Windows 10/11, Linux, and macOS environments.
  • Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft 365 administration, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and device management solutions.
  • Experience working with AWS and/or Azure cloud platforms, including resource management, monitoring, and cost optimization.
  • Exposure to software licensing, SaaS subscription management, and cloud cost tracking.
  • Strong networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Wi-Fi, and network troubleshooting.
  • Experience working with ITSM and ticketing platforms such as Jira, Freshservice, or similar tools.
  • Familiarity with ITIL processes and service management best practices.
  • Exposure to high-performance computing infrastructure or AI-focused hardware environments is an added advantage.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
  • A proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership, drive improvements, and deliver exceptional user support experiences.


Skills Required

  • 5+ years of experience in IT support, systems administration, or infrastructure management within corporate environments.
  • Hands-on experience administering Windows 10/11, Linux, and macOS environments.
  • Expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, Microsoft 365 administration, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and device management solutions.
  • Experience working with AWS and/or Azure cloud platforms (resource management, monitoring, cost optimization).
  • Exposure to software licensing, SaaS subscription management, and cloud cost tracking.
  • Strong networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, Wi-Fi, and network troubleshooting.
  • Experience working with ITSM and ticketing platforms such as Jira, Freshservice, or similar tools.
  • Familiarity with ITIL processes and service management best practices.
  • Exposure to high-performance computing infrastructure or AI-focused hardware environments.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proactive mindset with ownership and the ability to drive improvements and deliver exceptional user support.
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The Company
224 Employees
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

Crayon Data is a leading provider of AI-led revenue acceleration solutions, headquartered in Singapore with a local presence in India and the UAE. The company was founded in 2012 with the vision of simplifying the world’s choices. Our flagship platform, maya.ai, helps enterprises across the Banking, Fintech, and Travel industries create and capture sustainable revenue streams by unlocking the value of data. maya.ai's capability is driven by four “as a Service” components - Data, Recommendation, Customer Experience, and Marketplace - that work individually and together to create tangible results. Crayon Data recently won the E50 awards organized by KPMG and the Business Times in Singapore. Crayon was featured in HFS Hot Vendors Compendium in 2021. They were also among the top 15 finalists at Emerging Enterprise Awards 2019, Singapore.

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