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Brig Vikas Sharma (Retd)

Sr Mgt posn @ Govt. of India | Operations, Intelligence, Security, Strategic Brand Development, Procurement

Delhi

10+ years of work experience

Govt. of India
- NowPresent

IIM Bangalore Business Management Programme for Defence Officers (BMPDO)
Apr 20264 mosPresent

Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

Indian Army
Jan 20242 yrs 7 mosPresent

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Psychological Evaluation of Officer Candidates for selection and induction into Indian Armyy
Indian Army
Nov 20212 yrs 3 mosJan 2024

New Delhi, Delhi, India

1. Provided strategic advisory support to apex military leadership on operational planning, intelligence assessments, logistics coordination, information operations, and input for capability development and procurement prioritization in support of force modernization initiatives. 2. Served as a key coordination interface between Army HQ and multiple government and non-government stakeholders, enabling cross-organisational alignment on sensitive operational and strategic matters
Indian Army
Jun 20192 yrs 5 mosOct 2021

India

 Led the formulation and execution of operational-level military plans, translating operational gaps into capability requirements and procurement-linked infrastructure & system needs, aligned with modernization and readiness objectives.  Spearheaded the development and execution of capability enhancement plans, including coordination for planning, sourcing, and phased deployment of infrastructure and equipment, in close collaboration with Military and Civilian Engineer Organizations.
Indian Army
May 20102 yrs 2 mosJun 2012

New Delhi, Delhi, India

 Led strategic initiatives to enhance combat effectiveness, equipment management, and resource optimisation, translating operational requirements into structured capability and equipment planning inputs for the entire Regiment of Artillery.  Drove for the entire range of procurement activity including initiation of procurement proposal, listing in LTIPP, formulation of GSQR/ SQR, trials, commercial negotiation and induction, subsequent management of equipment.  In collaboration with MoD, OFB and DRDO, led indigenisation initiatives which resulted in fielding of cutting edge military equipment like Artillery Guns, ammunition, simulators, communication, surveillance and other electronic equipment.
United Nations
Nov 20061 yr 1 moNov 2007

Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo

 Led brigade – level operational planning and staff coordination for a multinational UN peacekeeping force in Katanga Province, integrating operations, intelligence, logistics and civil-military cooperation to deliver mandate objectives and ensure force protection.  Provided senior advisory support to Force Commander on operational readiness, risk management and compliance with UN rules of engagement and international humanitarian law, enabling effective coordination across military, police and civilian stakeholders.

Education

Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Doctor of Philosophy, Defence & Strategic Studies

Manipal Academy of Higher Education

20254 yrs2029
Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

Programme in Management Studies, Business Administration and Management, General

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

20262026

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Headline

Sr Mgt posn @ Govt. of India | Operations, Intelligence, Security, Strategic Brand Development, Procurement

About

Seasoned Military Leader and Strategic Advisor with over three decades of experience in Operations, Intelligence, Information Warfare, and Multinational Collaboration. Proven expertise in leading large, diverse teams, driving organisational and technological transformation, and ensuring mission success in complex, high-stakes environments. Recognized for fostering Cross-Functional Integration, Operational Excellence, and Strategic Foresight. Skilled in Stakeholder Engagement, Governance and infusion of Emerging Technologies, with a focus on translating strategic vision into actionable outcomes across the entire organizational ecosystems.

Location

Delhi

Work experience

Sr Mgt posn at Govt. of India

Business Student at IIM Bangalore Business Management Programme for Defence Officers (BMPDO), Apr 2026 - Present · 4 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

President, Services Selection Board at Indian Army, Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Psychological Evaluation of Officer Candidates for selection and induction into Indian Armyy

Military Advisor to Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy) at Indian Army, Nov 2021 - Jan 2024 · 2 yrs 3 mos, New Delhi, Delhi, India, 1. Provided strategic advisory support to apex military leadership on operational planning, intelligence assessments, logistics coordination, information operations, and input for capability development and procurement prioritization in support of force modernization initiatives. 2. Served as a key coordination interface between Army HQ and multiple government and non-government stakeholders, enabling cross-organisational alignment on sensitive operational and strategic matters

Brigadier General Staff, Corps Headquarters at Indian Army, Jun 2019 - Oct 2021 · 2 yrs 5 mos, India,  Led the formulation and execution of operational-level military plans, translating operational gaps into capability requirements and procurement-linked infrastructure & system needs, aligned with modernization and readiness objectives.  Spearheaded the development and execution of capability enhancement plans, including coordination for planning, sourcing, and phased deployment of infrastructure and equipment, in close collaboration with Military and Civilian Engineer Organizations.

Director Equipment, Artillery Directorate at Indian Army, May 2010 - Jun 2012 · 2 yrs 2 mos, New Delhi, Delhi, India,  Led strategic initiatives to enhance combat effectiveness, equipment management, and resource optimisation, translating operational requirements into structured capability and equipment planning inputs for the entire Regiment of Artillery.  Drove for the entire range of procurement activity including initiation of procurement proposal, listing in LTIPP, formulation of GSQR/ SQR, trials, commercial negotiation and induction, subsequent management of equipment.  In collaboration with MoD, OFB and DRDO, led indigenisation initiatives which resulted in fielding of cutting edge military equipment like Artillery Guns, ammunition, simulators, communication, surveillance and other electronic equipment.

Chief of Staff, Multi-national Brigade at United Nations, Nov 2006 - Nov 2007 · 1 yr 1 mo, Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga, Democratic Republic of the Congo,  Led brigade – level operational planning and staff coordination for a multinational UN peacekeeping force in Katanga Province, integrating operations, intelligence, logistics and civil-military cooperation to deliver mandate objectives and ensure force protection.  Provided senior advisory support to Force Commander on operational readiness, risk management and compliance with UN rules of engagement and international humanitarian law, enabling effective coordination across military, police and civilian stakeholders.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy, Defence & Strategic Studies, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Programme in Management Studies, Business Administration and Management, General, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore