About the role
We are looking for a seasoned technology leader with strong expertise in Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 to drive cloud strategy, enterprise architecture, and large-scale transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership experience across Microsoft platforms, cloud transformation, operations, governance, security, and cost optimization.
Responsibilities:
- Own and drive the Azure and Microsoft 365 strategy, architecture, and roadmap.
- Lead enterprise cloud transformation, migration, and modernization initiatives.
- Manage enterprise-scale Azure IaaS/PaaS deployments and Microsoft 365 platforms.
- Drive security, compliance, identity management, governance, and best practices.
- Ensure high availability, performance, and disaster recovery across cloud environments.
- Manage vendors, OEMs, and internal teams for delivery and operations.
- Drive automation, optimization, budgeting, licensing, and cost control across the Microsoft stack.
Requirements:
- 20+ years of experience in IT infrastructure/cloud.
- 8-10+ years of experience in Azure and Microsoft 365 leadership roles.
- Proven experience in enterprise cloud transformation and hybrid cloud environments.
- Experience managing large teams and multi-vendor environments.
- Strong understanding of network infrastructure, security, governance, and enterprise IT.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and business alignment skills.
- BE / BTech / MCA or equivalent; Microsoft certifications are preferred.