Hi, I’m
Ruwan Fonseka
Kochchikade
Summary
Dynamic IT Manager with over 25 years of experience in IT infrastructure development, project management, and cybersecurity. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage large-scale projects, and drive IT strategic initiatives in alignment with business goals. Skilled in optimizing processes, enhancing system security, and fostering innovation.
Overview
25
years of professional experience
2
Certification
Work History
Oniverse Holding S.p.A
Assistant Manager – IT & Head of Infrastructure
01.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Lead the Internal IT Department and Corporate IT Team, driving efficiency, innovation, and security to ensure seamless IT operations and an enhanced customer experience.
- Evaluate emerging technologies to improve operational efficiency and fortify infrastructure security. Advocate for high-impact innovations by influencing senior management and securing approval for strategic IT projects aligned with global business objectives.
- Manage the annual IT budget, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation and strategic investments that drive business growth, operational resilience, and technology modernization.
- Collaborate with local and international teams to align IT strategies with company objectives, ensure continuous system functionality, and enhance corporate security and compliance through partnerships with global cybersecurity teams.
Calzedonia Group - Benji Limited
Executive IT/MIS
01.2012 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Directed IT operations and strategic projects, significantly improving system performance and reliability
- Managed ERP system integration and optimization, enhancing business processes and data analytics capabilities
Calzedonia Group - Benji Limited
Staff Officer IT
09.2010 - 01.2012
Job overview
- Oversaw IT system upgrades and maintenance, ensuring high availability and performance
Education
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Master of Science from Information Technology
Skills
- IT Strategy & Leadership
- Infrastructure Development & Management
- Cybersecurity & Risk Management
- Project Planning & Execution
- Team Building & Mentorship
- Budgeting & Cost Control
- Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
Certification
- Nutanix Certified Professional – Multicloud Infrastructure
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
Accomplishments
- Pioneered the integration of SD-WAN capabilities into existing Check Point gateways, eliminating the need for additional products and achieving secure, optimized connectivity as the first Check Point SD-WAN deployment in the country, despite inherent security challenges.
- Led the seamless transition from a traditional virtualization infrastructure to a hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI), enhancing scalability, simplifying management, and reducing operational costs, all achieved without service disruptions.
- Spearheaded the automation of the Bra Cup production process by collaborating with an external software development firm to create the "Active" application, resulting in a 100% increase in efficiency.
Timeline
Assistant Manager – IT & Head of Infrastructure
Oniverse Holding S.p.A
01.2019 - Current
Executive IT/MIS
Calzedonia Group - Benji Limited
01.2012 - 01.2019
Staff Officer IT
Calzedonia Group - Benji Limited
09.2010 - 01.2012
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Master of Science from Information Technology
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