Cloud Agile Transformation - Senior Manager

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Platform Engineering & Architecture

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in infrastructure focus on designing and implementing robust, secure IT systems that support business operations. They enable the smooth functioning of networks, servers, and data centres to optimise performance and minimise downtime.

Those in cloud operations at PwC will focus on managing and optimising cloud infrastructure and services to enable seamless operations and high availability for clients. You will be responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and implementing industry leading practices for cloud-based systems.

Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our Firm.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Craft and convey clear, impactful and engaging messages that tell a holistic story.
• Apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems and/or opportunities.
• Validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback.
• Direct the team through complexity, demonstrating composure through ambiguous, challenging and uncertain situations.
• Deepen and evolve your expertise with a focus on staying relevant.
• Initiate open and honest coaching conversations at all levels.
• Make difficult decisions and take action to resolve issues hindering team effectiveness.
• Model and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As part of the Cloud Operations team you will lead the design and implementation of innovative cloud strategies that drive transformation. As a Senior Manager, you will serve as a strategic advisor, leveraging your knowledge to guide clients through complex challenges while delivering impactful results and maintaining operational excellence.

Responsibilities

- Work with cross-functional teams to drive transformation initiatives

- Foster relationships with stakeholders to enhance project outcomes

- Analyze complex data to identify opportunities for improvement

- Mentor team members to build a productive workforce

- Communicate effectively to convey project goals and progress

What You Must Have

- Bachelor's Degree

- At least 7 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

- Master's Degree preferred

- Certification(s) Preferred: Advanced certifications in cloud, networking, or service management (AWS, Azure, GCP, VMware, Cisco CCIE, ITIL, FinOps, or equivalent)

- Directing efforts to identify and address client needs

- Designing enterprise cloud and infrastructure strategies

- Aligning cloud strategies with financial governance

- Facilitating executive decision-making and framing design options

- Leading strategic design workshops and co-creation sessions

- Developing transformation roadmaps and aligning stakeholders

- Mentoring and advancing staff in strategy and design practices

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status;