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Anubhuti Sarilla

Anubhuti Sarilla

Information Technology Leader
Toronto,ON

Summary

Visionary IT Operations and Service Delivery leader with 20+ years of global leadership experience driving enterprise transformation, operational excellence, and technology modernization across banking, insurance, healthcare, and manufacturing. Proven history of shaping enterprise strategy, strengthening governance, and delivering multimillion‑dollar efficiencies - including $5M+ in savings through automation, AI‑driven productivity, and process redesign.

Recognized as a trusted advisor to CIOs and senior executives, with deep expertise in cloud modernization, service delivery excellence, and large‑scale operational leadership. Adept at building high‑performing global teams (30+), elevating organizational capability, and executing complex transformation programs in fast‑paced, high‑stakes environments. Known for translating business needs into enterprise‑wide solutions that enhance resilience, customer experience, and operational performance.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

IT Consultant

Independent Consulting/training
Toronto, Canada
07.2024 - Current

• Earned ITIL 4 Foundation and Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals certifications, strengthening service management capabilities and cloud technology expertise.
• Advanced expertise in cloud technologies, automation, and AI-enabled productivity solutions to support innovation and operational efficiency.
• Delivered endpoint migration, digital workplace, ITSM, cloud, automation, analytics, and AI productivity initiatives at Fortiv Technical Inc., improving secure transition planning, user adoption, reporting, and service quality.

Technical Lead (Associate manager – Desktop Operations and Collaboration)

Canada Life Insurance
Toronto, Canada
04.2018 - 07.2024

• Owned enterprise application management for Workplace Solutions for over 14000 users across Canada, governing the end to end application lifecycle (upgrades, patches, enhancements) while designing and scaling a global offshore delivery model to support rapid organizational growth.
• Provided executive oversight of Incident, Problem, and Change Management (ITIL) for mission critical platforms, ensuring high availability, performance, resilience, and regulatory compliance across enterprise environments.
• Led and scaled 24x7 service desk and application support operations, growing delivery capacity from ~300 to 2,000 resources in under two years, while maintaining SLA performance, operational stability, and customer satisfaction.
• Functioned as the primary technology service interface to business leaders and executives, aligning service delivery with strategic business objectives, managing risk, and translating operational metrics into executive level insights.
• Directed major incident governance and executive communications, ensuring transparent stakeholder updates, rapid service restoration, and sustained trust during high impact business disruptions.
• Established and operationalized device deployment and offboarding services, implementing feedback loops, training, documentation, and continuous improvement mechanisms to enhance employee experience and service quality at scale.

Career Break | Relocation from India to Canada

Career Break | Relocation from India to Canada
09.2017 - 03.2018

• Planned and executed international relocation from India to Canada, managing all logistical, legal, and personal aspects.
• Navigated immigration processes, securing work authorization and residency.
• Focused on professional development and market research to align career goals with Canadian IT industry.

Technology Manager

Wells Fargo India Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Hyderabad, India
02.2016 - 08.2017

• Led a team of fifteen specialists managing Service Desk escalations and Access Management operations for over 4000 users.
• Transitioned Access Management from U.S. to India in 3 months.
• Achieved 100% of annual service delivery targets for quality and resolution.
• Delivered fifteen automation initiatives, generating USD 120,000 in savings.
• Raised CAD 48,000 in one week for children’s welfare programs.

Manager – IT Support Services

OSI Systems Pvt. Ltd.
Hyderabad, India
12.2012 - 02.2016

• Led global IT support operations through regional team leads, ensuring consistent service quality for over 2000 users.
• Designed and optimized global IT Service Delivery strategy, governance, and operational frameworks.
• Functioned as operational gatekeeper for infrastructure and application availability.
• Managed departmental budgeting, cost optimization, and resource planning.
• Transitioned IT Helpdesk to a full IT Service Desk model, reducing operating costs.
• Deployed Dell Quest Password Manager globally, reducing workload and strengthening security.
• Drove global rollout and adoption of Skillsoft for targeted IT training.

Technical Support – Team Manager

Dell International Services
Delhi, India
11.2006 - 09.2012

• Led a high performing support team of over twenty technicians, driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
• Managed escalations, service quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Built team capability through coaching, performance management, and structured development.
• Received multiple awards including Bronze Award (Q3 FY12, Q2 FY13) and Team Manager of Q2 FY12.
• Rapid career progression from Advance Resolution Expert → Technical Trainer → Technical Support Manager

Education

1-year Advanced Diploma - Electronics Flexible Integrated Technology

PGSL
Delhi, India

3-year Diploma - Electronics And Communications Engineering

Board of Technical Education
Delhi, India

Skills

Cloud & Infrastructure Modernization

EUC & Endpoint Management

Digital Transformation & Automation

Proficient in Agile processes

IT Service Management (ITSM/ITIL)

Executive Stakeholder Management

IT Operations Leadership

Global Team Leadership

Service Delivery & Operational Excellence

Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

ITIL 4 Foundation

Pronouns

She/Her

Work Availability

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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

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Company CultureHealthcare benefitsPaid time offCareer advancementPersonal development programsStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

IT Consultant

Independent Consulting/training
07.2024 - Current

Technical Lead (Associate manager – Desktop Operations and Collaboration)

Canada Life Insurance
04.2018 - 07.2024

Career Break | Relocation from India to Canada

Career Break | Relocation from India to Canada
09.2017 - 03.2018

Technology Manager

Wells Fargo India Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
02.2016 - 08.2017

Manager – IT Support Services

OSI Systems Pvt. Ltd.
12.2012 - 02.2016

Technical Support – Team Manager

Dell International Services
11.2006 - 09.2012

1-year Advanced Diploma - Electronics Flexible Integrated Technology

PGSL

3-year Diploma - Electronics And Communications Engineering

Board of Technical Education
Anubhuti SarillaInformation Technology Leader