Role Overview The Head of Information Technology (IT Head) will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and overseeing the overall IT infrastructure, digital ecosystem, technology operations, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives of the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

The position requires an experienced IT professional with a strong background in managing enterprise-level IT infrastructure, digital platforms, applications, websites, networks, information security, and technology-driven business operations.

The incumbent will be responsible for developing and executing AIFF's IT strategy, ensuring operational efficiency, system reliability, data security, technology integration, and continuous innovation in alignment with the organisation's strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

- IT Infrastructure &

• Operations Management
- Lead and manage the overall IT infrastructure, including servers, desktops, laptops, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, and associated technology resources.
- Ensure high availability, reliability, scalability, and performance of IT systems and services.
- Develop and implement infrastructure modernisation, capacity planning, upgrades, and technology refresh strategies.
- Establish IT operations standards, monitoring mechanisms, backup policies, and business continuity procedures.
- Digital Platforms &

- Enterprise Application Management
- Oversee the management, maintenance, development, and enhancement of AIFF's digital platforms, portals, and enterprise applications.
- Ensure seamless integration, interoperability, and performance optimisation across digital systems.
- Lead technology implementation projects in coordination with internal departments, consultants, and external technology partners.
- Identify opportunities for application modernisation, workflow automation, and operational efficiency.
- Website &
- Web Technology Management
- Oversee the technical management and performance of AIFF's official websites and web-based platforms.
- Ensure website availability, scalability, security, maintenance, and timely upgrades.
- Coordinate with development teams and service providers for website enhancements, technical support, and security updates.
- Email &
- Collaboration Systems
- Manage official email infrastructure, collaboration tools,



and organisational communication systems.
- Ensure secure, reliable, and uninterrupted communication services.
- Implement appropriate email security, user access management, data retention, and backup policies.
- Network &
- Cybersecurity Management
- Lead the management of LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, internet connectivity, VPN, firewall, and network infrastructure.
- Establish and implement comprehensive cybersecurity policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks.
- Conduct periodic security assessments, vulnerability reviews, audits, and access control evaluations.
- Ensure data protection, disaster recovery, incident response, and business continuity preparedness.
- Monitor emerging cybersecurity threats and implement appropriate preventive and corrective measures.
- IT Governance, Compliance &
- Risk Management
- Develop, implement, and periodically review IT policies, standard operating procedures, and governance frameworks.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, organisational policies, and information security standards.
- Maintain proper documentation of IT assets, software licences, technology contracts, systems, and processes.
- Establish IT risk management and technology audit mechanisms.
- Vendor Management &
- IT Procurement
- Lead the identification, evaluation, selection, and management of IT vendors, consultants, and technology service providers.
- Oversee IT procurement, budgeting, contract negotiations, service-level agreements (SLAs), and annual maintenance contracts (AMCs).
- Ensure value for money, service quality, cost optimisation, and accountability from technology partners.
- Evaluate emerging technology solutions and recommend suitable investments.
- Team Leadership &
- Stakeholder Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop the IT team, ensuring effective resource utilisation and performance management.
- Provide strategic and technical guidance for all IT-related initiatives.




- Collaborate with senior management and various departments to understand business requirements and deliver appropriate technology solutions.
- Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement.
- Strategic IT Planning &
- Digital Transformation
- Develop and implement AIFF's long-term IT strategy and technology roadmap.
- Drive digital transformation initiatives through automation, system integration, and technology-enabled process improvements.
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies, including cloud computing, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and enterprise automation.
- Recommend innovative solutions to strengthen AIFF's digital capabilities and operational effectiveness.

Requirements And Qualifications

- Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience in IT management, infrastructure management, enterprise technology operations, or IT leadership roles.
- Demonstrated experience in leading IT operations, managing large-scale IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and digital transformation projects.
- Proven experience in managing IT teams, technology vendors, budgets, contracts, and strategic IT initiatives.
- Experience in managing technology operations for large organisations, federations, sports bodies, government organisations will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies & Skills

- Strategic IT leadership and technology management.
- Enterprise IT infrastructure and cloud technology management.
- Cybersecurity, information security, and risk management.
- Enterprise applications, digital platforms, and system integration.
- Network administration and infrastructure management.
- IT governance, compliance, and business continuity planning.
- Vendor management, procurement, and budget control.
- Team leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making.
- Robust communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

How To Apply Please fill in the Google form link below to send the applications in soft copy. https://forms.gle/m1fSkbHZ2YwnHfNK6

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview, the date and time of which will be communicated via email.

AIFF reserves the right to cancel/reject the vacancy or applications without assigning any reason.

📌 Head of IT (Delhi)
🏢 All India Football Federation
📍 Delhi