Director Cloud Operations

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 

This is intended as an outline of the essential functions of the position. Actual metrics that measure job performance may be set forth in separate performance management documentation. 

• Lead the implementation of IaC practices using tools such as AWS CDK, Terraform, CloudFormation to automate the setup, scaling, and management of cloud infrastructure, ensuring consistent and repeatable deployment processes. 

• Act as a hands-on leader, directly engaging in technical tasks and challenges, including the development of scripts, templates, and automation workflows to enhance operational efficiency. 

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues impacting the availability, performance, and scalability of cloud-based applications and services. 

• Spearhead initiatives for cloud security hardening, employing best practices and tools to safeguard infrastructure against vulnerabilities. 

• Drive cloud cost optimization efforts, utilizing tools and strategies to monitor, analyze, and manage cloud spending effectively. 

• Design and implement robust backup, high availability, and disaster recovery strategies, leveraging auto-scaling groups, RDS Aurora, and S3. 

• Regularly monitor and evaluate the health of applications, systems, and infrastructure, implementing performance improvements and scaling solutions as needed. 

• Lead by example, fostering a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and innovation within the team. 

• Manage multiple projects with precision, setting clear goals, monitoring progress, and adjusting plans to ensure project success. 

• Develop comprehensive documentation and reports to keep stakeholders informed and ensure alignment with organizational goals and standards. 

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS