Professional Experience
15+ Years of Strategic IT Leadership & Digital Transformation
Directing enterprise IT strategy, cloud modernization, and multi-site operations across manufacturing, retail, microfinance, and corporate sectors.
Current & Strategic Leadership Roles
IT Manager (IT Business Partner)
Apr 2022 - PresentAnunine Holdings (Pvt) Ltd (Full-time · On-site)
Direct IT strategy, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital transformation across 8 subsidiaries (5 local, 3 offshore) supporting 800+ users. Manage an annual IT budget of USD 150K+ and lead a distributed team of 20 IT professionals.
- Served as Corporate Project Manager for 6 enterprise ERP implementations (Acumatica, SyteLine, Axpert), with portfolio value exceeding USD 100K.
- Led Microsoft Azure cloud migration and infrastructure modernization, improving performance by 25% and reducing operational costs by 18%.
- Executed groupwide Google Workspace deployment for 800+ users and automated workflows, driving a 20% improvement in operational efficiency.
- Raised ITIL-aligned SLA compliance from 78% to 95% across multi-site service operations.
- Implemented enterprise-wide security governance using ESET Endpoint Management, IAM, and structured disaster recovery protocols.
- Spearheaded BI initiatives (Power BI, Qlik) by constructing automated data pipelines and real-time executive dashboards.
General Manager – Project Operations
Jan 2017 - PresentPAHANSOFT LANKA TECHNOLOGIES (Part-time · Remote)
Provide strategic and operational leadership across custom software delivery, client consulting, and technology business growth initiatives.
- Act as senior IT consultant and business analyst, translating complex business processes into scalable custom web and software solutions.
- Oversee end-to-end project planning, requirements elicitation, risk management, and governance across multiple client engagements.
- Manage key stakeholder and vendor relationships to ensure high client satisfaction and optimal resource utilization.
Co-Founder & Director – IT & Operations
Jan 2009 - PresentPanasra Investments (Pvt) Ltd / Panasra Professional Services (Self-employed · On-site)
Co-founded and managed business operations for an IT, commercial printing, and digital solutions venture, driving long-term strategy and technical service delivery.
- Directed cross-functional operations spanning IT services, network installation, web design, graphic design, and commercial printing.
- Built and maintained long-term client relationships, managing end-to-end service lifecycles and business development.
- Delivered technical consulting for small-to-medium businesses in network infrastructure, troubleshooting, and digital presence.
Visiting Lecturer (IT & Computer Science)
Apr 2022 - PresentIntech Institute of Technology / Indeepa College (Part-time)
Deliver industry-aligned technology training and practical coursework for computer science and IT certification programs.
- Deliver lectures and practical sessions on Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Networking Fundamentals.
- Focus on practical skill development, industry standards, and preparing students for recognized technical qualifications.
Previous Career Experience
MIS Manager
Jan 2020 - Jun 2020CB Lanka Microcredit Ltd (Full-time)
- Managed MIS operations, reporting workflows, and database administration across 12 branch locations in the microfinance sector.
- Administered Loan Performer (LPF) core system, Windows Server 2012 infrastructure, and file storage services.
- Produced advanced financial portfolio analyses and executive reports using automated Excel models.
Senior Executive - IT, IS & Projects
Nov 2015 - Dec 2019Ceytec Packaging (Pvt) Ltd (Full-time)
- Established the IT Department from the ground up and deployed core enterprise server infrastructure (Windows Server 2012 R2/2016).
- Served as Project Lead for end-to-end ERP implementation and Payroll/HR system deployment for 200+ users.
- Deployed 40-camera NVR CCTV security coverage and supported IoT/robotics integration on manufacturing floors.
Professional Affiliations
Computer Society of Sri Lanka (CSSL)
Associate Member (ACSSL)
2019 - Present