Chinmaya Nayak
Assistant Vice President IT
Dubai
Summary
Executive technology leader with 25+ years building high-performing IT organizations and delivering enterprise-scale transformation across automotive distribution, construction, hospitality, and IT services. Proven record aligning technology to growth, resilience, and ROI—modernizing cloud and cybersecurity, optimizing ERP and business platforms, and establishing governance that drives measurable outcomes. Trusted C-suite advisor known for turning strategy into execution, simplifying complexity, and enabling data-driven decisions.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
Assistant Vice President – IT
Auto World International
12.2024 - Current
- Lead enterprise IT strategy and operating model modernization across automotive distribution and retail, aligning technology roadmaps with growth, customer experience, and profitability goals.
- Drive cloud-first transformation, data platform modernization, and cybersecurity uplift (Zero Trust, IAM/PAM, SIEM) to strengthen resilience and scalability.
- Oversee ERP/DMS and adjacent platforms (finance, supply chain, aftersales, CRM), standardizing processes and improving decision velocity with real-time analytics.
- Establish governance, KPIs, and portfolio management to prioritize value, accelerate delivery, and optimize CAPEX/OPEX.
- Partner with the CEO/CFO/COO and business leaders to enable omnichannel customer journeys and data-driven performance management.
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
AXIS Systems
03.2023 - 11.2024
- Defined and executed enterprise-wide IT strategy, aligning technology investments to growth and service excellence; led a 40+ member team reporting to CEO/Board.
- Migrated ~60% of legacy estate to hybrid/multi-cloud (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud), improving agility and lowering run costs.
- Implemented Zero Trust security with IAM and SIEM; strengthened BCP/DR and reduced cyber risk exposure.
- Delivered ERP modernization (Oracle, Microsoft D365, Odoo 17) to streamline finance, supply chain, and HRM; embedded AI-driven analytics to improve decision-making.
- Established program governance with KPIs and risk controls, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
IT Manager
SETE Saudia
02.2018 - 02.2023
- Built IT modernization strategy for large infrastructure and FM programs; aligned portfolio to business KPIs.
- Transitioned on-prem to hybrid cloud achieving high availability and cost efficiency; implemented PAM/IAM across 7+ sites.
- Led enterprise IAM transformation integrating cloud and on-prem systems, reducing insider risk.
- Implemented Oracle Fusion and renegotiated vendor contracts to remove inefficiency and reduce run-rate costs.
Senior ISM Manager
Al Khodari Group
03.2010 - 02.2018
- Established enterprise IT roadmap and implemented Oracle EBS 12.2 for 10+ business units; led an 80+ member IT organization.
- Drove cloud-first strategy, reducing hardware dependency and operating costs.
- Developed cyber risk framework with next-gen firewalls and SOC-based monitoring; achieved ISO 27001 and ITIL compliance.
- Optimized CAPEX/OPEX and negotiated strategic partnerships, delivering multimillion-dollar savings.
Regional IT Manager
Al Hokair Group
06.2007 - 12.2009
- Led digital transformation for hospitality, leisure, and retail; upgraded Opera PMS; reduced operational costs through data center consolidation and cloud migration.
Cluster IT Manager
IHG Hotels & Resorts
10.2001 - 05.2007
- Managed enterprise hotel IT operations; implemented Opera PMS; strengthened security and achieved PCI-DSS compliance.
Technical Support Engineer
NIIT Technologies
08.1999 - 08.2001
- Delivered L1/L2 support; administered Windows/Linux; improved uptime and end-user productivity.
Education
MSc - Information Technology
Skills
Strategic IT Leadership
Enterprise Architecture & Digital Transformation
Cloud Strategy (AWS/Azure/Oracle/GCP)
Cybersecurity & Risk (Zero Trust, SIEM, IAM/PAM)
ERP & Business Platforms (Oracle, D365, Odoo)
IT Governance & Compliance (ISO 27001, ITIL 4, CGEIT)
Budgeting & Cost Optimization (CAPEX/OPEX)
Data & Analytics, AI/ML Adoption
Vendor/Partner Management & Negotiations
Stakeholder Engagement & C-Level Advisory
Cloud: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Oracle Cloud
Cybersecurity: SIEM, IAM/PAM (Azure AD, CyberArk), NAC, EDR/XDR, DLP & Endpoint Security
ERP & Business Apps: Oracle, Microsoft D365 (F&O), Odoo, Opera, Primavera P6, IBM Maximo
ITSM & Monitoring: ServiceNow, ManageEngine, PRTG
Tools: MS Project, Power BI
Certification
CGEIT (Governance of Enterprise IT)
Timeline
Assistant Vice President – IT
Auto World International
12.2024 - Current
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
AXIS Systems
03.2023 - 11.2024
IT Manager
SETE Saudia
02.2018 - 02.2023
Senior ISM Manager
Al Khodari Group
03.2010 - 02.2018
Regional IT Manager
Al Hokair Group
06.2007 - 12.2009
Cluster IT Manager
IHG Hotels & Resorts
10.2001 - 05.2007
Technical Support Engineer
NIIT Technologies
08.1999 - 08.2001