Key Responsibilities:

*This position is open for candidates based in any country where World Vision International is legally registered to operate*

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Cloud Strategy and Operations to lead our organization’s cloud strategy and implementation. The Director of Cloud Strategy and Operations will be responsible for overseeing the development, management, and execution of our cloud migration and optimization efforts. This role will require a strategic leader with a deep understanding of cloud technologies, transformation methodologies, and the ability to drive organizational change at scale. The ideal candidate will be passionate about cloud innovation and delivering high-impact solutions that improve efficiency, scalability, and business outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a deep understanding of cloud platform technologies to shape our cloud architecture and ensure its continued success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cloud Platform Strategy and Vision:

Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for the design, deployment, and ongoing optimization of the organization’s cloud platforms.

Ensure the cloud environment aligns with long-term business goals and IT objectives.

Cloud Architecture and Design:

• Oversee the architecture and design of cloud infrastructure, ensuring that the platform is robust, scalable, and capable of supporting business-critical applications.
• Lead the effort to build cloud-native solutions that can scale with the growth of the organization.

Platform Management and Optimization:

• Manage and optimize the cloud platform to ensure high availability, security, performance, and cost efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement and optimization initiatives across cloud services and resources.

Cloud Operations and Governance:

• Establish best practices and governance frameworks for cloud platform management, including security, compliance, monitoring, and disaster recovery.
• Ensure platforms adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of cloud engineers, architects, and platform specialists.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.

Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams:

• Work closely with engineering, security, data, and other technical teams to ensure seamless integration of cloud platforms with other IT systems and applications.
• Ensure that platforms support DevOps processes, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and microservices.

Cloud Vendor Management:

• Manage relationships with cloud service providers (e.g., AWS, Microsoft Azure) and third-party vendors.
• Negotiate contracts, manage SLAs, and ensure platform performance meets agreed-upon standards.

Budget and Cost Management:

• Oversee the financial management of cloud platforms, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization.
• Implement strategies to reduce cloud spend while maintaining performance and reliability.

Innovation and Future Planning:

• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies and industry trends.
• Provide thought leadership on new tools, practices, and capabilities that could enhance the platform’s capabilities and contribute to business success.

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE:

Required Education, training, license, registration, and/or Certification

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field. Advanced certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure certifications) or a Master’s degree are highly desirable.

Required Professional Experience

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in IT, with at least 10 years in a leadership role focusing on cloud platform management or infrastructure.
• Proven experience designing, deploying, and managing large-scale cloud platforms.
• Expertise with major cloud service providers (AWS and Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform).
• Strong background in cloud architecture, cloud-native applications, microservices, containerization (e.g., Kubernetes), and DevOps practices.
• Experience in managing cloud costs and cloud performance optimization.
• Experience working in an Agile environment and managing cross-functional teams.
• Deep technical expertise in cloud computing platforms, architecture, and infrastructure management.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to manage and mentor diverse teams.
• Strong project management abilities, with a focus on delivering complex cloud initiatives on time and within budget.
• Expertise in cloud security best practices, risk management, and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• A strategic mindset with the ability to align cloud technology with business needs and objectives.