The State Bank of India (SBI) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Deputy Chief Technology Officer (IT-Infrastructure) on a contractual basis. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced IT professionals with expertise in managing IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and large-scale technology projects.
The selected candidate will be responsible for handling SBI’s core IT infrastructure, technology planning, and digital transformation initiatives. The position comes with a highly competitive salary package and the chance to work with one of India’s leading banking institutions.
Important Dates
- Online Registration Begins: February 8, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: March 2, 2025
- Cut-off Date for Age & Experience Eligibility: October 31, 2024
- Interview Date: To be announced
Candidates must complete the application process before the last date.
Application Fees
- General/OBC/EWS Candidates: ₹750
- SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: Exempted
Age Limit (As on October 31, 2024)
- Minimum Age: 38 years
- Maximum Age: 50 years
The fee must be paid online through debit/credit card or net banking before the last date.
Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Deputy Chief Technology Officer (IT-Infrastructure)
- Total Vacancies: 01
- Category: Unreserved (UR)
- Job Location: Mumbai/Navi Mumbai (Transferable across India)
- Contract Period: 3 Years (extendable up to 5 years)
- Nature of Engagement: Contractual
Salary Details
- Annual CTC: Up to ₹1.50 Crore
- Salary Structure:
- 80% Fixed Pay
- 20% Variable Pay (Performance-based)
The final salary package will be negotiated based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Mandatory:
- First-class Engineering Graduate in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or related fields from a recognized university/institution.
- Preferred:
- Postgraduate qualification (M.Tech/MBA/PGDM/PGDBM/MMS) in a related field will be given preference.
Work Experience (As of October 31, 2024)
- Essential:
- Minimum 15 years of experience in IT business/industry with expertise in managing IT infrastructure and operations.
- Preferred:
- At least 5 years of experience in handling large IT transformation projects in major banks/financial institutions (FIs).
Selection Process
- Shortlisting:
- SBI will set specific shortlisting criteria.
- Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee selection for the interview.
- Interview:
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a technical and leadership interview.
- Interview performance alone will determine the final merit list.
- CTC Negotiation:
- Final salary will be discussed and negotiated with selected candidates.
Merit List Preparation:
- If multiple candidates score the same marks, preference will be given to the older candidate based on age.
Job Profile & Key Responsibilities
The Deputy CTO (IT-Infrastructure) will report to CGM (IT-Infra & PE) and DMD (IT) and will be responsible for:
1. IT Infrastructure & Operations Management
- Overseeing network, cloud, data centers, and IT infrastructure.
- Ensuring high system performance, availability, and service level compliance.
- Managing technology planning, development, and IT operations.
2. Digital Transformation & Technology Planning
- Driving IT transformation initiatives to enhance SBI’s digital capabilities.
- Developing technology roadmaps, standards, and governance policies.
3. Vendor & Compliance Management
- Managing third-party IT vendors and technology partners.
- Ensuring compliance with IT security policies and regulatory requirements.
4. Risk Management & Innovation
- Handling IT risk assessment and cybersecurity.
- Evaluating new technologies and aligning them with business goals.
How to Apply?
- Go to SBI’s official website and access the “Current Openings” section.
- Click on the Deputy CTO (IT-Infrastructure) recruitment link.
- Register and complete the online application form.
- Upload the required documents (resume, ID proof, age proof, experience certificates, etc.).
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Complete the application submission and retain the confirmation receipt for future reference.
Key Points to Remember
- Registration is complete only after fee payment.
- Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
- All updates will be provided via email – no hard copies will be sent.
- SBI reserves the right to modify the recruitment process or cancel vacancies.
- Candidates with loan defaults or CIBIL issues will not be eligible.
