Enterprise Cloud & Connectivity Leader

Wellmark, Inc.; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield seeks a senior leader to guide enterprise connectivity services, spanning network, cloud, and data center environments. You will drive strategy, governance, and modernization initiatives, balancing performance, security, and cost while partnering with stakeholders across IT and business units.

The role emphasizes Agile/SAFe leadership, vendor management, and delivering scalable connectivity solutions that support strategic objectives in a regulated sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or infrastructure roles.
• Experience leading teams in an agile software development environment (SAFe).
• Hands-on experience with AWS/Azure/GCP services and architecture.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Proven ability to build product roadmaps and lead platform/shared services teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and day-to-day management of cloud and connectivity services.
• Oversee strategy, operation, and lifecycle management of enterprise connectivity platforms.
• Collaborate with architects, cybersecurity leaders, and stakeholders to align with enterprise priorities.
• Drive modernization initiatives, automation, and cost optimization.
• Mentor teams and foster an inclusive, agile culture.

Skills

Leadership

Cloud engineering

SAFe / Agile

AWS / Azure / GCP

Kubernetes

Terraform / IaC

CI/CD

Network security

Vendor management

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Terraform

CloudFormation

Kubernetes

Job description

Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield seeks a senior leader to guide enterprise connectivity services, spanning network, cloud, and data center environments. You will drive strategy, governance, and modernization initiatives, balancing performance, security, and cost while partnering with stakeholders across IT and business units.

The role emphasizes Agile/SAFe leadership, vendor management, and delivering scalable connectivity solutions that support strategic objectives in a regulated sector.