Job Summary

The IT Lead serves as the technical authority and primary IT representative on projects spanning applications and infrastructure. This role leads virtual, cross-functional teams in dynamic, multi-regional environments, providing technical direction and ensuring alignment with organizational standards and governance.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate cross-functional IT teams across applications, infrastructure, security, and integration to deliver cohesive IT solutions aligned with project goals
Provide clear technical direction and make informed decisions in evolving or ambiguous project environments to ensure project progress and quality outcomes
Act as the primary IT technical liaison for geographically distributed, virtual teams to facilitate effective communication and collaboration
Drive alignment across technical teams to ensure coherent end-to-end IT solution delivery that meets business and technical requirements
Rapidly understand, adopt, and apply internal IT standards, governance processes, and architectural principles to project execution
Identify, assess, and manage technical risks, assumptions, and dependencies, escalating issues appropriately to mitigate impact on project delivery
Ensure IT solutions comply with security, compliance, and supportability requirements and prepare solutions for smooth operational handover
Represent IT confidently in project governance forums and senior stakeholder discussions to influence decisions and provide timely updates
Build trust and establish effective working relationships quickly with global, virtual teams to foster collaboration and productivity
Demonstrate strong problem-solving, decision-making, and project coordination skills to drive initiatives independently and deliver results

Required competencies and certifications

Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and managing Microsoft Azure Cloud architecture and cloud-based solutions
Proven ability to manage infrastructure and application delivery projects from planning through execution to successful delivery

Preferred competencies and qualifications

Experience acting as a technical lead for IT teams on projects and initiatives
Proven experience coordinating multiple technical disciplines including applications, infrastructure, security, and vendors
Experience working with global or multi-regional teams
Exposure to enterprise IT governance and delivery frameworks
Broad understanding of enterprise IT environments, including applications, infrastructure, integration, and security
Familiarity with matrixed organizations and complex stakeholder environments
Awareness of service readiness, handover, and long-term support considerations

Microsoft Azure Cloud Manager