Cloud Infrastructure Manager

IDEX•Northbrook, IL

About The Position

The Cloud Infrastructure Manager is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and operation of enterprise cloud infrastructure services across a multi-cloud environment. This role provides strategic and technical leadership for cloud platforms, including Microsoft Azure as the primary platform, with integration across AWS and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The position plays a critical role in shaping the organization’s future cloud landscape, ensuring scalable, secure, and cost-effective infrastructure solutions that align with business objectives. The Cloud Infrastructure Manager will oversee cloud governance, security, and operational excellence, while managing a Cloud Architect and key infrastructure transformation initiatives.

Requirements

BS/BA degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Relevant certifications in: Microsoft Azure (preferred) AWS and/or GCP Solutions Architecture ITIL or equivalent service management frameworks
Proven experience in cloud architecture, engineering, and operations across multi-cloud environments
Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure, including governance and security frameworks
Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as ARM templates, Terraform, and CloudFormation
Experience managing cloud-based workloads including virtual machines, Kubernetes, storage, networking, and databases
Demonstrated experience in cloud migrations (including tenant-to-tenant scenarios)
Strong background in cloud identity and access management and security best practices
Experience with monitoring, logging, and security tooling in cloud environments
Leadership and people management skills
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
Strategic thinking with strong execution focus
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Deep technical expertise in cloud infrastructure and security
Strong understanding of enterprise IT service management

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft 365 ecosystem including Entra ID, Intune, and collaboration tools
Familiarity with Copilot for Microsoft 365
Experience in vendor management and contract oversight
Experience developing enterprise cloud governance frameworks and documentation
Proven ability to lead teams and deliver complex infrastructure programs

Responsibilities

Define and execute the enterprise cloud infrastructure strategy aligned with business and IT priorities
Lead the design and architecture of scalable, resilient, and secure cloud solutions across Azure, AWS, and GCP
Drive adoption of cloud best practices, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automated deployment models
Contribute to the development of cloud landing zones and enterprise architecture standards
Oversee administration and lifecycle management of cloud infrastructure platforms including compute, storage, networking, and container services
Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of enterprise cloud services
Manage monitoring, logging, and observability using tools such as Azure Monitor, Sentinel, and equivalent multi-cloud solutions
Provide technical oversight for issue resolution, incident management, and root cause analysis
Implement and enforce cloud security frameworks including identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and security policies
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as GDPR and CMMC
Manage Azure security governance including Privileged Identity Management (PIM) and Azure Policy
Partner with the Corporate IT Cyber security team to maintain strong cyber security posture across all cloud environments
Lead planning and execution of cloud migration initiatives, including tenant-to-tenant migrations and workload modernization
Establish best practices for data and object migration strategies
Support enterprise initiatives related to cloud adoption, digital transformation, and platform optimization
Drive cost management strategies to optimize cloud spend and improve financial accountability
Implement governance processes for resource utilization and cost transparency
Work with Business Unit engineering and marketing teams responsible for cloud infrastructure delivery and operations
Provide direction and guidance on technical standards, prioritization, and project execution
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence
Manage cloud and infrastructure projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and aligned to business goals
Apply structured project and demand management methodologies
Manage relationships with technology vendors and service providers
Communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across IT, security, and business units
Develop and maintain documentation, policies, and standards for cloud governance and operations