Sr. Manager, Cloud Platforms

Apex Systems

Cambridge (MA)

On-site

USD 175,000 - 195,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading technology staffing firm is seeking a Senior Manager for Cloud Platforms in Cambridge, MA. The successful candidate will oversee IT initiatives in cloud and on-premises environments, managing vendor relationships and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. With a strong focus on communication and leadership, this role requires 10 years of experience and the ability to guide cross-functional teams effectively. The position offers a competitive salary in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in computer science or related field.
Experience managing teams and building relationships at various levels.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Develop tactical and strategic initiatives for enterprise computing.
Oversee IT solutions related to infrastructure.
Monitor project execution and performance.

Skills

Team management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Cloud technology experience

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Rubrik

Tivoli Storage Manager

Job description

Base Pay Range

$175,000.00/yr - $195,000.00/yr

Position Summary

Sr. Manager, Cloud Platforms – Permanent – Cambridge, MA.

Job Information

Job #: 2091835
Email: [email protected]

Position Description

The Sr. Manager, Cloud Platforms is responsible for ensuring the projects and operations of computing infrastructure (virtual and physical) support the vision and strategy aligned with strategic objectives. This role collaborates with stakeholders, cross‑functional team members, and a diverse portfolio of 3rd party vendors in support of current operations, systems updates, and new projects. A successful Sr. Manager, Cloud Platforms possesses strong diplomatic skills with the ability to communicate with diverse audiences and influence others. The role requires excellent problem‑solving and analytical thinking skills with an ability to incorporate emerging technologies with existing solutions. Sr. Manager, Cloud Platforms develops and maintains strong relationships with stakeholders, peers, and direct reports to serve as a thought leader and subject matter expert (SME) for the enterprise computing infrastructure environment.

Job Duties

Business and IT Strategy: Develop tactical and strategic initiatives to achieve enterprise computing/backup goals in collaboration with Institute partners to meet current business needs.
Manage the development and implementation of IT initiatives in the infrastructure environment to support the strategy.
Plan, implement, direct, and monitor IT solutions related to computing infrastructure, ensuring successful fulfillment of end‑user requirements, proper and accurate testing, and sound implementation.
Technology Management: Work with MIT department managers and form alliances on projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements/conflicts, and vendor contracts clarification.
Maintain and control budget, schedules, and resources.
Meet regularly with cross‑functional teams to gather work statuses.
Program Management: Direct the development, review, and approval of plans, their contents and baselines, and identification of and needed execution of necessary replanning efforts.
Monitor all project executions, progress to plan and product of major deliverables, intervening when necessary to review the current state and direct adjustments to plans and execution.
Governance: Ensure projects fully cooperate with the organizational governance functions and provide oversight for the definition and exercise of regular interaction and reporting required by organizational governance policies.
May lead or participate on client advisory boards to manage IT service demand.
Financial Management: Participate in the development of budgets; track and take appropriate steps to stay within budget; provide high‑quality services at optimal costs to customers; measure service performance and implement improvements.
Policies, Processes & Standards: Manage the development of enterprise technology standards, governance processes, and performance metrics to ensure they deliver value to the enterprise; ensure the team’s adherence to policies, procedures, and standards.
Process Improvements: Manage the improvement processes that impact customer satisfaction and relationships; own designated processes and be accountable for ensuring established processes are followed.
Vendor Management: Provide advice and counsel throughout vendor relationship decision‑making and contract development processes; review service provider performance; identify and confirm performance problems and notify contract managers.
Resources & Talent Management: Manage individual contributors, consultants, and/or managed service staff; establish and implement measurable individual and team objectives aligned with IS&T organizational goals; provide managerial oversight or influence of work to accomplish short‑to‑mid‑term objectives; ensure work, information, ideas, and technology flow freely across teams; provide input on performance evaluations, pay decisions, and recruitment; adhere to organizational practices for staffing, EEO, diversity, performance management, development, reward and recognition, and retention.
Workforce Planning: Identify roles, skills, and knowledge required to achieve goals; ensure the team has the resources and skills needed to support all work initiatives within multiple teams or functions.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) and a minimum of 10 years of experience in computer science, information systems, business administration, or another related field.
Experience managing teams and building relationships with people at multiple levels.
Demonstrated experience with enterprise computing and virtualization technology in the cloud and on‑premises environments.
Demonstrated experience with enterprise backup infrastructure and software (i.e. Rubrik, Tivoli Storage Manager).
Demonstrated ability to launch and deliver multiple IT projects on time and within budget.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
Must possess a strong ability to partner with business leaders to identify cross‑functional opportunities that integrate organizational and technological strategies.
Possess a strong ability to determine the capabilities of the team and/or function to maximize resources.
Possesses a strong ability to develop business cases for strategic initiatives by defining rationale, cost benefits, and planning assumptions for proposals.

EEO Statement

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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