Define and evolve the enterprise cloud architecture and governance framework to support a secure, scalable, and cost-efficient cloud environment. This role ensures alignment across technology, compliance, and business objectives while maintaining oversight of global cloud platforms.
What You'll Do
- Own and maintain the target-state cloud architecture, including landing zones, shared services, subscription models, and environment standards
- Set and enforce cloud architecture policies, reference designs, and non-functional requirements
- Serve as the final authority on architectural decisions, resolving conflicts and approving exceptions
- Lead or participate in architecture review boards and cloud governance forums
- Design and implement automated governance controls using policy-as-code and infrastructure-as-code practices
- Collaborate with cybersecurity and compliance teams to meet regulatory standards such as ISO 27001, NIS2, and related frameworks
- Ensure cloud risk is proactively managed with security and controls integrated by design
- Enforce tagging strategies, budgeting practices, and cost visibility across cloud usage
- Integrate financial discipline into technical decisions through collaboration with finance teams
- Clarify roles, responsibilities, and decision-making authority across architecture, security, operations, and delivery functions
- Support rapid, compliant cloud adoption through guidance and enablement
- Keep architecture documentation current and accessible
- Adapt governance practices in response to evolving business and technology needs
- Remain accountable for the effectiveness of cloud governance across all global operations
Requirements
- Minimum of 8 years in hands-on cloud roles such as Cloud Engineer, Cloud Architect, or Enterprise Architect
- Proven experience establishing cloud governance in regulated, enterprise environments
- Strong knowledge of cloud security, risk management, and compliance requirements
- Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure
- Experience implementing governance through policy-as-code, infrastructure-as-code, and automated enforcement
- Familiarity with FinOps principles and financial governance in cloud environments
- Track record supporting internal and external audits related to cloud infrastructure
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders across security, engineering, operations, and finance
- Excellent communication skills and experience engaging senior leadership
- Proven ability to prioritize, deliver independently, and mentor others
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Amazon Web Services and other cloud platforms
- Background in hybrid or multi-cloud environments
- Recent experience leading cloud governance or adoption transformation initiatives
- Hold certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305) or AWS Solutions Architect – Professional (SAP-C02)
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Azure
- Amazon Web Services
- Hybrid and multi-cloud architectures
- Policy as code
- Infrastructure as code
- FinOps practices
Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Gym membership discounts
- Opportunities for paid volunteering
