IT Project Manager - Cloud Transformation/ Migration

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of cloud platform and architecture standardization projects.
• Drive standardization of cloud infrastructure, platform services, deployment patterns, and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate with enterprise architects, cloud engineers, DevOps teams, security teams, and vendors to align technical solutions with organizational standards.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, dependencies, and stakeholder communications.
• Establish and track project KPIs, milestones, and delivery metrics.
• Facilitate architecture review sessions, governance checkpoints, and technical workshops.
• Ensure adherence to cloud best practices, compliance requirements, and security standards.
• Support migration and modernization initiatives across AWS, Azure, or GCP environments.
• Drive adoption of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), CI/CD, automation, and reusable cloud patterns.
• Prepare project documentation, status reports, RAID logs, and executive presentations.
• Manage change requests and ensure smooth transition into operational support.
• Foster collaboration between business and technical teams to ensure successful delivery outcomes.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT project management with exposure to cloud platform initiatives.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture and platform standardization concepts.
• Experience managing projects involving:
• Cloud migration and modernization
• Enterprise architecture governance
• Infrastructure standardization
• DevOps and automation initiatives
• Platform engineering
• Hands-on knowledge of one or more cloud platforms:
• AWS
• Microsoft Azure
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Familiarity with:
• Kubernetes / container platforms
• CI/CD pipelines
• Terraform / Infrastructure-as-Code
• Cloud security and compliance frameworks
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience using Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or ServiceNow.
• PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or Scrum certifications preferred.

Mandatory:

• 5+ years of IT/cloud project management experience, leading end-to-end initiatives.
• Hands-on familiarity with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture, platform standardization, and governance in Government Sector.
• Proficiency in project management tools: Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or equivalent.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to define KPIs, track metrics, and ensure project delivery within scope, time, and budget.
• CAT 2 clearance needed.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have:

• Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum.
• Multi-cloud or hybrid cloud experience.
• Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, Zachman).
• Exposure to DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, automation, and platform engineering.
• Familiarity with cloud cost optimization (FinOps) and monitoring tools.
• Experience coordinating architecture review boards or governance committees.