Energize are partnered with a leading Sustainability Group based in Germany.
They are looking for an experienced and visionary Head of Cloud with a focus on Microsoft Azure and M365 to lead their cloud team and drive the cloud strategy.
Responsibilities :
- You will be responsible for planning, implementing, and managing our cloud infrastructure and services to ensure they are secure, scalable, and cost-effective.Develop and implement the cloud strategy with a focus on Microsoft 365 and Azure.
- Work with IT security teams to conduct audits and implement compliance measures with internal policies and external regulations.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance in infrastructure design to ensure best practices in cloud and on-premises environments.
- Design, develop, and manage robust, secure, scalable, highly available, and dynamic solutions to achieve business goals in the Azure Cloud and Windows Active Directory.
- Migrate existing on-premises infrastructure to Azure while ensuring service continuity.
- Design and manage Active Directory and other directory services in hybrid environments to ensure seamless identity and access management across all platforms.
- Stay up to date on new technologies and cloud trends to stay technically up-to-date in cloud architectures and related technologies.
- Lead and coach the growing cloud team (currently 4 employees).
- Work with different departments to identify and implement cloud solutions.
- Manage budget and cost control for cloud services.
Requirements :
- Several years of experience in the development and management of cloud infrastructures, especially with Microsoft Azure and M365.
- Several years of experience as a cloud architect.
- In-depth knowledge of cloud security practices and standards.
- Convincing personality with a passion for IT infrastructure and leadership.
- Knowledge of ITIL and PRINCE2 is an advantage.
- Interest in technically and organizationally challenging scenarios.
- Analytical and process-oriented working methods.
- Experience in leading and developing teams.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Very good German and good English skills.
- Degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.