Associate Director, Cloud Computing & Systems Engineering

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, architecture, and operations for hybrid cloud, enterprise systems, data center, DR, and backup services
• Mature cloud operations through automation, monitoring, security, reliability, and operational metrics
• Enable cloud-native, serverless, and AI-ready platforms to support institutional priorities
• Apply FinOps practices to optimize cloud spend and improve cost transparency
• Manage and develop the Systems Engineering team, including hiring, mentoring, and performance management
• Partner with business, academic, and IT stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure solutions
• Guide modernization efforts and evaluate emerging cloud, AI, and compute technologies
• Support research and advanced computing initiatives as a desired area of focus

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of IT experience, including 5+ years designing, operating, and supporting public cloud platforms
• 3+ years of progressive leadership or senior technical management experience
• Strong experience with hybrid cloud (Azure, GCP, etc.), M365 and enterprise infrastructure
• Knowledge of cloud operations, security, disaster recovery, and automation
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting research computing, HPC, or advanced computing environments
• Working knowledge of AI/ML platforms or data-intensive workloads
• Experience with FinOps and cloud cost optimization
• Scripting or automation experience (Python, PowerShell, Terraform, etc.)
• Public cloud certifications
• Experience in higher education or research environments