Director of Cloud and Infrastructure

StevenDouglas; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

StevenDouglas in Washington, DC is seeking a Director of Cloud and Infrastructure to lead the design and management of cloud and hybrid infrastructure strategies. This role requires extensive experience in cloud computing and infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have a robust track record in managing cloud transformation projects, driving operational efficiencies, and collaborating with C-level executives. A hybrid work model is available, with significant in-person interaction expected.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in infrastructure and enterprise architecture with hands-on operational experience.
• 5+ years leading cloud transformation projects, especially from data center to cloud/SaaS migrations.
• Proficiency in at least one scripting/programming language like Java, Python, or Go.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and management of cloud and hybrid infrastructure strategy.
• Drive adoption of hybrid cloud model and oversee disaster recovery strategies.
• Advise leadership on digital-first strategies and manage OpEx budgets.

Skills

Infrastructure and enterprise architecture

Cloud transformation projects

Cloud computing environments

AWS and Azure expertise

Microsoft Dynamics (CRM)

Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)

Governance, risk, and compliance

Scripting/programming languages (Java, Python, Go)

Communication skills

Tools

AWS

Azure

O365

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

OneDrive

Dynamics

Job description

Director of Cloud and Infrastructure Washington, DC | Hybrid (on-site 60%)

About the Role

A Washington, DC-based financial institution is hiring a Director of Cloud and Infrastructure to lead the design, implementation, and management of cloud and hybrid infrastructure strategy.

What You’ll Do

Technical

• Design and maintain cloud/SaaS solutions across AWS, Azure, or GCP, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and security
• Lead full lifecycle management of cloud-hosted infrastructure services across on-premises and cloud workloads
• Drive adoption of a hybrid cloud model - document, iterate, and refine the architecture
• Implement automation, root-cause analysis, and operational metrics to maximize uptime and reduce cost
• Develop and maintain cloud architecture models, roadmaps, and proofs-of-concept aligned to business goals
• Own Disaster Recovery strategy for critical systems, eliminating single points of failure
• Partner with Cybersecurity to define and integrate baseline cloud security standards
• Architect and implement Microsoft-centric solutions: Azure, O365, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Dynamics
• Assess and optimize O365 configurations; identify opportunities for capability enablement and automation
• Manage patch and vulnerability remediation across infrastructure platforms
• Support regulatory exams, internal audits, and risk assessments; lead remediation of findings
• Manage third-party vendor relationships, contracts, and SLAs

Organizational

• Advise leadership on digital-first strategy
• Collaborate across Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise Application Support teams

Leadership

• Hire, train, and develop team members; provide regular performance feedback and coaching
• Manage CapEx/OpEx budgets with a focus on cloud cost optimization and the shift to OpEx
• Build and present cloud business proposals and ROI studies
• Drive operational efficiency through planning, project management, and data-driven decisions
• Guide the team through organizational change with clarity and adaptability

Preferred Experience

• 8+ years in infrastructure and enterprise architecture with hands-on operational experience
• 5+ years leading cloud transformation projects (data center to cloud/SaaS migrations)
• 6+ years in cloud computing environments (infrastructure, storage, platforms, data)
• 6+ years with AWS and Azure; data migration experience strongly preferred
• 6+ years with Microsoft Dynamics (CRM)
• 6+ years of hands-on SRE experience; deep understanding of SLA/SLO/RTO/RPO
• 6+ years deploying IT infrastructure solutions
• 3+ years in governance, risk, and compliance (NCUA Part 748, FFIEC, or similar) — preferred
• Proficiency in at least one scripting/programming language (Java, Python, or Go)
• Familiarity with EA principles and methodologies
• Strong communication skills; comfortable presenting to C-level stakeholders

Certifications (one or more preferred)

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect
• IBM Certified Solution Architect – Cloud Computing Infrastructure v3