Director of Strategic Cloud Initiatives Execution

Citi•Irving, TX

About The Position

Drive Enterprise Cloud Adoption Execution: Lead the delivery and execution of enterprise-wide Public Cloud adoption initiatives across diverse regions and business units. Translate strategic cloud objectives into actionable, measurable programs that align with key business priorities. Oversee the entire delivery lifecycle, from initial discovery and planning through production deployment and ongoing adoption. Define, monitor, and report on key metrics for adoption success, operational efficiency, and tangible business value realization. Collaborate strategically with key stakeholders across Technology, Risk, Security, Operations, and Business lines to ensure compliant and efficient cloud adoption. Facilitate alignment among multiple executive sponsors, governance bodies, and program stakeholders. Establish and manage global governance processes for execution, standards adherence, and risk mitigation in cloud adoption. Lead a global team of cloud strategy and execution professionals, continuously identifying new opportunities for cloud adoption. Develop robust business cases quantifying value creation, including cost savings, cost avoidance, improved resiliency, and accelerated time-to-market. Engage with Finance and Business leaders to secure buy-in and executive approvals for large-scale cloud initiatives. Serve as a trusted advisor and thought leader on Public Cloud adoption for senior technology and business executives. Represent the Public Cloud organization in critical executive forums, steering committees, and transformation councils. Foster a culture of execution excellence, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

15+ years of experience in technology or transformation leadership, with a minimum of 5 years specifically focused on Public Cloud.
Demonstrated success in executing complex, global technology programs within highly regulated environments.
Deep understanding of leading Public Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern application delivery patterns.
Strong financial and business acumen, coupled with extensive experience in developing and presenting compelling business cases to senior executives.
Proven ability to lead diverse, distributed teams and effectively influence without direct authority.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, adept at engaging both technical and executive audiences.
Experience within large financial institutions or similarly complex regulated enterprises.
Familiarity with cloud operating models, FinOps, and established risk/compliance frameworks in multi-cloud environments.
MBA or an equivalent advanced degree in business, technology, or engineering.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery and execution of enterprise-wide Public Cloud adoption initiatives across diverse regions and business units.
Translate strategic cloud objectives into actionable, measurable programs that align with key business priorities.
Oversee the entire delivery lifecycle, from initial discovery and planning through production deployment and ongoing adoption.
Define, monitor, and report on key metrics for adoption success, operational efficiency, and tangible business value realization.
Collaborate strategically with key stakeholders across Technology, Risk, Security, Operations, and Business lines to ensure compliant and efficient cloud adoption.
Facilitate alignment among multiple executive sponsors, governance bodies, and program stakeholders.
Establish and manage global governance processes for execution, standards adherence, and risk mitigation in cloud adoption.
Lead a global team of cloud strategy and execution professionals, continuously identifying new opportunities for cloud adoption.
Develop robust business cases quantifying value creation, including cost savings, cost avoidance, improved resiliency, and accelerated time-to-market.
Engage with Finance and Business leaders to secure buy-in and executive approvals for large-scale cloud initiatives.
Serve as a trusted advisor and thought leader on Public Cloud adoption for senior technology and business executives.
Represent the Public Cloud organization in critical executive forums, steering committees, and transformation councils.
Foster a culture of execution excellence, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.