Tech Stack Azure Cloud Kubernetes SQL Terraform
About the role Lead and mentor cross-functional technology teams across infrastructure, security, DevOps, and internal development. Own enterprise infrastructure operations, ensuring high availability, scalability, and cost optimization. Direct DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud-native environments (Azure, Kubernetes, Terraform). Oversee enterprise security and compliance (SOC 2), including audits, vulnerability management, and policy development. Guide internal application development and integration (Dynamics 365, client support portals, automation tools). Partner with leadership to align technical strategy with business priorities. Requirements 10 – 15 years of experience in technology-related roles At least 5 – 7 years in a leadership or senior management position Leadership & Strategy Executive-level leadership experience managing cross-functional technology teams Proven ability to align technical strategy with business goals Experience managing budgets >$2M and driving cost optimization Strong vendor negotiation and partner management experience Hands-on expertise with Azure cloud architecture Kubernetes (AKS) DevOps automation (Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, Octopus, Azure DevOps) Advanced SQL Server knowledge, including performance tuning, HA/DR, and storage optimization Experience with enterprise application integrations (Dynamics 365, CRM, internal business tools) Familiarity with datacenter operations and hybrid cloud infrastructure Security & Compliance Experience leading SOC 2 audits and maintaining compliance frameworks Strong background in vulnerability management, incident response, and security policy development Ability to translate compliance requirements into operational processes Optional (nice-to-haves): Experience managing seasonal large-scale operations (e.g., mailroom, print operations, or high-volume processing) Copy Applicant Tracking System Keywords Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills Azure Kubernetes Terraform CI/CD pipelines SQL Server DevOps automation performance tuning HA/DR vulnerability management incident response
Soft skills leadership strategic alignment vendor negotiation partner management cost optimization cross-functional team management communication mentoring policy development operational process translation