Cloud Infrastructure Manager

Position Summary 

The Cloud Infrastructure Manager is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and operation of enterprise cloud infrastructure services across a multi-cloud environment. This role provides strategic and technical leadership for cloud platforms, including Microsoft Azure as the primary platform, with integration across AWS and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). 

The position plays a critical role in shaping the organization’s future cloud landscape, ensuring scalable, secure, and cost-effective infrastructure solutions that align with business objectives. The Cloud Infrastructure Manager will oversee cloud governance, security, and operational excellence, while managing a Cloud Architect and key infrastructure transformation initiatives. 

Key Responsibilities 

Cloud Strategy & Architecture 

• Define and execute the enterprise cloud infrastructure strategy aligned with business and IT priorities 

• Lead the design and architecture of scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions across Azure, AWS, and GCP 

• Drive adoption of cloud best practices, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automated deployment models 

• Contribute to the development of cloud landing zones and enterprise architecture standards 

Platform Management & Operations 

• Oversee administration and lifecycle management of cloud infrastructure platforms including compute, storage, networking, and container services 

• Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of enterprise cloud services 

• Manage monitoring, logging, and observability using tools such as Azure Monitor, Sentinel, and equivalent multi-cloud solutions 

• Provide technical oversight for issue resolution, incident management, and root cause analysis 

Security, Risk & Compliance 

• Implement and enforce cloud security frameworks including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and security policies 

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as GDPR and CMMC 

• Manage Azure security governance including Privileged Identity Management (PIM) and Azure Policy 

• Partner with the Corporate IT Cybersecurity team to maintain strong cyber security posture across all cloud environments 

Cloud Migration & Transformation 

• Lead planning and execution of cloud migration initiatives, including tenant-to-tenant migrations and workload modernization 

• Establish best practices for data and object migration strategies 

• Support enterprise initiatives related to cloud adoption, digital transformation, and platform optimization 

Financial Management & Optimization 

• Drive cost management strategies to optimize cloud spend and improve financial accountability 

• Implement governance processes for resource utilization and cost transparency 

Partnership & Guidance 

• Work with Business Unit engineering and marketing teams responsible for cloud infrastructure delivery and operations 

• Provide direction and guidance on technical standards, prioritization, and project execution 

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence 

Project & Vendor Management 

• Manage cloud and infrastructure projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and aligned to business goals 

• Apply structured project and demand management methodologies 

• Manage relationships with technology vendors and service providers 

Stakeholder Engagement 

• Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across IT, security, and business units 

• Develop and maintain documentation, policies, and standards for cloud governance and operations 

Qualifications & Experience 

Education & Certifications 

• BS/BA degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 

• Relevant certifications in: 

• Microsoft Azure (preferred) 

• AWS and/or GCP Solutions Architecture 

• ITIL or equivalent service management frameworks 

Required Experience 

• Proven experience in cloud architecture, engineering, and operations across multi-cloud environments 

• Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure, including governance and security frameworks 

• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as ARM templates, Terraform, and CloudFormation 

• Experience managing cloud-based workloads including virtual machines, Kubernetes, storage, networking, and databases 

• Demonstrated experience in cloud migrations (including tenant-to-tenant scenarios) 

• Strong background in cloud identity and access management and security best practices 

• Experience with monitoring, logging, and security tooling in cloud environments 

Preferred Experience 

• Experience with Microsoft 365 ecosystem including Entra ID, Intune, and collaboration tools 

• Familiarity with Copilot for Microsoft 365 

• Experience in vendor management and contract oversight 

• Experience developing enterprise cloud governance frameworks and documentation 

• Proven ability to lead teams and deliver complex infrastructure programs 

Key Skills & Competencies 

• Leadership and people management skills 

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities 

• Strategic thinking with strong execution focus 

• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills 

• Deep technical expertise in cloud infrastructure and security 

• Strong understanding of enterprise IT service management