Senior Cloud Strategy Architect & Transformation Advisor

Sage; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA in Johannesburg is seeking a Principal Cloud Strategic Advisor to shape cloud-enabled business and technology strategies. You will bridge business goals with cloud innovations, advising on digital transformation, operating models, and value realization.

The role requires guiding executives, developing cloud roadmaps, governance, cost optimization, and ROI frameworks while collaborating with architects, engineers, and consultants across teams.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in cloud strategy and digital transformation.
• Experience advising senior executives on cloud initiatives.
• Experience developing cloud business cases and operating models.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on cloud strategy and transformation.
• Lead development of cloud transformation roadmaps and governance.
• Translate cloud concepts into clear business outcomes and ROI models.
• Advise on operating models, readiness, and cost optimization.

Skills

Cloud strategy

Stakeholder management

Strategic advisory

Digital transformation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Azure Solutions Architect Expert

Google Professional Cloud Architect

Job description

NTT DATA in Johannesburg is seeking a Principal Cloud Strategic Advisor to shape cloud-enabled business and technology strategies. You will bridge business goals with cloud innovations, advising on digital transformation, operating models, and value realization.

The role requires guiding executives, developing cloud roadmaps, governance, cost optimization, and ROI frameworks while collaborating with architects, engineers, and consultants across teams.