Head Of Cloud

NTT Ltd.; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud services provider is seeking a Head of Cloud in Johannesburg to define enterprise cloud strategy, lead transformations, and build high-performing teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in cloud architecture, security, and operations, as well as strong leadership skills. This role requires a strong focus on innovation, compliance, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in IT, 8+ years in cloud architecture or engineering leadership.
• Proven experience with major cloud platforms.
• Strong understanding of cloud security and infrastructure-as-code.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the enterprise cloud strategy.
• Lead cloud transformation and optimization efforts.
• Manage cloud operations and optimize resource utilization.

Skills

Cloud architecture expertise

Leadership

Cloud security knowledge

Stakeholder management

DevOps practices

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science or IT

Tools

AWS

Microsoft Azure

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Kubernetes

Job description

Job title: Head of Cloud

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: November 23, 2025

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the enterprise cloud strategy across Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP), ensuring alignment with business objectives and technology roadmaps.
• Lead cloud transformation initiatives, including migration, modernization, and optimization efforts across multi-cloud environments.
• Evaluate emerging cloud technologies and trends to inform strategic decisions and maintain competitive advantage.
• Develop cloud governance frameworks and policies to ensure consistency, security, and compliance across platforms.
• Act as the executive sponsor for cloud-related programs, driving stakeholder engagement and executive alignment.

Architecture & Engineering

• Oversee the design of cloud architectures that support business applications and data platforms.
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of cloud environments.
• Collaborate with enterprise architects and security teams to ensure compliance and governance.

Operations & Optimization

• Manage cloud operations, including provisioning, monitoring, and incident response.
• Optimize cloud spend and resource utilization through FinOps practices.
• Implement automation and DevOps practices to streamline deployments and operations.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Build and lead a high-performing cloud engineering and operations team.
• Partner with application development, data, and infrastructure teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Act as a cloud evangelist across the organization, promoting best practices and innovation.

Risk & Compliance

• Ensure cloud environments meet regulatory, security, and privacy requirements.
• Develop and enforce cloud governance policies and frameworks.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in IT, with at least 8 years in cloud architecture or engineering leadership.
• Proven experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong understanding of cloud security, networking, and infrastructure-as-code.
• Experience with DevOps, CI / CD pipelines, and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
• Experience in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare).
• Familiarity with FinOps, CloudOps, and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices.