Cloud Operations Lead

Business Manager / Recruitment Consultant - IT Headhunter

We are looking for a Cloud & Security Operations Manager to drive cloud governance, security oversight, operational excellence, and project delivery across a growing IT landscape. This is a newly created position designed to strengthen control over cloud environments, streamline infrastructure operations, and lead strategic transformation initiatives.

The role sits at the intersection of Azure cloud management
, Dev Ops practices
, security governance
, and operations project management
, ensuring stability, compliance, and cost efficiency across the organisation’s digital ecosystem.

You will work closely with infrastructure, security, and external partners to coordinate a deep roadmap of IT changes while maintaining high standards of performance, security, and operational reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cloud governance across Azure environments, including configuration standards, cost management, and security posture.
• Oversee IT operations and ensure SLA compliance across infrastructure and security services.
• Coordinate the delivery of cloud, security, and infrastructure projects with internal teams and external vendors.
• Support Dev Ops practices by promoting automation, stability, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure and Security functions to ensure resilient, scalable, and compliant systems.
• Implement governance controls to prevent misconfiguration, unexpected cloud spend, and operational risk.
• Maintain oversight of vendors and challenge technical proposals when needed.
• Drive operational documentation, reporting, and continuous service improvement.

Requirements

• 5 to 10+ years in IT operations, cloud management, or security governance
• Solid understanding of IT security principles and cloud security best practices
• Experience coordinating technical projects (Agile or hybrid methodologies)
• Good exposure to Dev Ops tools and automation concepts
• Familiarity with ITIL and service delivery processes

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

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