André Takata
@andrtakata
Technology and IT operations leader improving service delivery, security governance, and cloud resiliency.
BrazilWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Technology and IT Operations leader with over 20 years of experience managing infrastructure, service delivery, cybersecurity controls, governance, vendors, and mission-critical enterprise environments in multinational companies. I’ve led IT operations teams to improve service delivery performance, strengthen incident management, and align IT services with business continuity and security requirements.
In my recent role, I led disaster recovery and cloud strategy in Microsoft Azure, improving recovery capabilities and reducing operational costs. I managed cybersecurity incidents with crisis response to ensure zero operational downtime, implemented controls like EDR, MFA, vulnerability management, network segmentation, and access controls, and supported global audits—achieving zero IT audit findings.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IT Manager & DPO
Hero Brasil
Jan 2017 - Dec 2025 (8 years 11 months)
Led IT operations, infrastructure, and 24/7 service delivery for a multinational manufacturing environment. Implemented disaster recovery and cloud strategy in Microsoft Azure, led incident management and cybersecurity crisis response ensuring zero operational downtime, and achieved zero IT audit findings.
Senior IT Systems Analyst
Grupo Jofege
Jun 2014 - Feb 2016 (1 year 8 months)
Managed multi-site enterprise infrastructure to ensure high availability of critical systems and services. Supported infrastructure projects, system integrations, and service continuity initiatives.
Senior IT Business Analyst
Grupo Brasanitas
Feb 2013 - May 2014 (1 year 3 months)
Mapped and optimized business and IT processes to improve operational efficiency and system reliability. Translated business needs into process and system improvements to strengthen service outcomes.
IT Analyst / SAP PLM Analyst
Beiersdorf
Jan 2005 - Jan 2012 (7 years)
Provided infrastructure and enterprise systems support and supported business system planning and demand management in a multinational environment. Supported business applications including SAP PLM and day-to-day operational needs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Fundação Getúlio Vargas
Postgraduate, Business Administration
2008 - 2010
Completed a postgraduate program in Business Administration at Fundação Getúlio Vargas from July 2008 to December 2010.
Grupo Educacional UNIS BS
Computer Science
2000 - 2004
Studied Computer Science at Grupo Educacional UNIS BS from 2000 to 2004.
Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV)
Master of Business Administration (MBA), People Management and Leadership
Completed an MBA focused on People Management and Leadership at Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV).
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