IT Manager — Share Market / Broking Industry

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced IT Manager to own the entire technology infrastructure of our broking operations — servers, network, security and compliance. The role carries direct responsibility for trading-hour uptime, exchange and SEBI technology compliance, and the security posture of the organisation. Prior experience in a stock broking, depository participant or BFSI environment is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure & Systems

Installation, configuration, patching and troubleshooting of Windows Server (AD, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, file and print services) and Windows workstations

Installation, hardening and troubleshooting of Linux servers used for trading, back-office and monitoring workloads

Manage virtualisation, storage and backup infrastructure; verify and test restores regularly

Administer Google Workspace — user lifecycle, security settings, 2FA, DLP, mail routing, archival and retention

Day-to-day desktop, laptop, printer, dealer terminal and peripheral hardware/software support

Manage UPS, power backup, server room environment and physical access controls

Maintain accurate asset inventory, licence records and IT documentation

Trading & Broking Applications

Ensure availability and performance of trading platforms and dealer/CTCL terminals during market hours, including pre-market readiness checks and end-of-day processes

Coordinate with RMS, back-office and DP teams on software issues, file uploads/downloads and exchange file processing

Manage back-office application servers, databases and scheduled jobs; support day-begin and day-end activities

Liaise with exchange technology desks, software vendors and ISPs for terminal approvals, ID mapping, leased lines, VSAT/backup links and issue escalation

Support KYC, digital onboarding, e-sign, IBT/mobile trading and API integrations

Network & Security

Configure and manage firewalls, managed switches, routers, VLANs, VPN and site-to-site links across HO, branches and Authorised Persons

Manage endpoint protection, EDR/antivirus, email security, patch management and privileged access

Operate or coordinate with the SOC — log collection, SIEM alerts, incident triage, containment and closure

Deploy and maintain server and network monitoring tools (uptime, bandwidth, latency, capacity, alerting)

Maintain link redundancy and failover for trading connectivity

IT Compliance & Audit (Exchange / SEBI)

Arrange and close periodic VAPT and penetration testing; track remediation and submit reports within exchange timelines

Ensure adherence to SEBI's Cyber Security and Cyber Resilience Framework and applicable NSE/BSE/MCX/NSDL/CDSL technology circulars

Coordinate the annual/half-yearly System Audit with empanelled auditors and close observations

Maintain log retention, audit trails, time synchronisation and record-keeping as prescribed by the regulator

Report cyber incidents to exchanges and CERT-In within stipulated timelines

Maintain and periodically test the DR/BCP plan, including live DR drills, documented RTO/RPO and sign-offs

Maintain IT policies — access control, change management, password, BYOD, acceptable use — and evidence for inspections

Support exchange inspections and internal audits with documentation and system evidence

Management

Lead and mentor the IT support team; define escalation matrix and response SLAs

Manage vendors, AMCs, contracts and the IT budget

Plan capacity, upgrades and new branch/AP IT rollouts

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science or related field (BE/BTech/BCA/MCA)

5+ years in IT infrastructure, with at least 2 years in a broking, depository participant or BFSI environment

Strong hands-on Windows Server and Linux administration

Practical firewall and managed switch configuration experience (Sophos, Fortinet, Cisco, SonicWall or similar)

Working knowledge of cybersecurity practices, SOC/SIEM operations and VAPT processes

Familiarity with SEBI/exchange IT and cyber-security compliance requirements

Google Workspace administration

Experience with monitoring tools (PRTG, Zabbix, Nagios, SolarWinds or similar)

Sound hardware and software troubleshooting ability

Strong incident handling, documentation and vendor coordination skills

Ability to work under market-hour pressure with quick turnaround

How to Apply

Send your updated resume to hr@acagarwal.com

Pay

₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits

Paid sick time

Provident Fund

Work Location

In person