Randhir Kalra
About Randhir Kalra
Randhir Kalra serves as the Deputy General Manager at Bharti Airtel Limited, where he ensures security compliance in IT projects and coordinates with Governance/PMO for the yearly IT plan. He has a background in Computer Science and Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, BHU, and extensive experience managing IT projects across various business functions.
Work at Airtel
Randhir Kalra has been serving as the Deputy General Manager at Bharti Airtel Limited since 2007. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring security compliance in IT projects according to the Bharti Information Security Policy. He plays a crucial role in engaging and coordinating with Governance and PMO for the preparation of the yearly IT plan. His position involves extensive collaboration across various business functions, including Finance, Supply Chain Management, Customer Service, Marketing, Legal & Regulatory, and IT Operations.
Education and Expertise
Randhir Kalra completed his Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Computer Science and Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology, BHU from 1988 to 1992. Prior to that, he studied at St. Joseph's College, Allahabad, where he achieved ICSE (Class X) and ISC (Class XII) from 1977 to 1987. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in managing IT projects and ensuring compliance in complex environments.
Background
Before joining Bharti Airtel, Randhir Kalra worked at Sasken as an Engineering Manager from 2004 to 2007 in Bengaluru. He also held the position of Group Leader at Network Programs from 1997 to 2003 in the Noida Area. His experience includes managing outsourced vendors and partners such as IBM, Intec, and Research-In-Motion, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of IT project management.
Achievements
Randhir Kalra has a strong track record in executing IT projects that lead to revenue generation, cost savings, and improvements in operational efficiency. His extensive experience in managing projects across various business functions has contributed to the successful implementation of initiatives that align with organizational goals.