Senior IT Transformation & Cloud Migration Leader

Placements24

Randburg

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead critical IT transformation and cloud migration initiatives in Randburg, Gauteng. The role calls for extensive experience in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), enterprise architecture, and large-scale digital programs.

You will drive project delivery, manage budgets and timelines, and mentor cross-functional teams of IT professionals, ensuring security and compliance across cloud environments in a fast-paced financial services setting.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Master's degree or PMP/Agile certification is highly desirable.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT project management, with a strong focus on digital transformation, cloud migration, and infrastructure projects.
Proven experience managing cloud migration projects using AWS, Azure, or GCP.
In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure, enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and IT service management (ITSM).
Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in project management tools (Jira, Confluence, MS Project) and Agile methodologies.
Experience in the financial services industry is a significant advantage.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strategic mindset.
Ability to adapt to rapidly evolving technologies and business requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex IT transformation and cloud migration projects.
Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources effectively, aligning with business objectives and IT strategy.
Oversee migration of applications and infrastructure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), managing dependencies and risks.
Develop and implement robust project management methodologies across the lifecycle.
Lead and mentor cross-functional project teams including IT architects, engineers, developers, and business analysts.
Manage stakeholder communications with regular status updates to senior management.
Oversee vendor management including selection, contract negotiation, and performance monitoring.
Ensure security, compliance and performance of cloud environments per regulations and policies.
Identify and mitigate project risks and issues with contingency plans.
Drive continuous improvement in IT project delivery and adoption of DevOps/Agile.