Technical Program Manager - DC to Cloud (AWS) Transformation/Migration Location :-Remote Job Description :-Position Overview Lead a multi-year datacenter to cloud transformation initiative, managing complex migration programs using hybrid project management methodologies.
Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Leadership
- Drive end-to-end datacenter to cloud migration strategy and execution
- Manage multi-year transformation roadmap with clear milestones and deliverables
- Coordinate cross-functional teams across infrastructure, applications, security, and business units
- Establish governance frameworks and decision-making processes
Project Management
- Apply Agile/Scrum methodologies for iterative migration waves
- Utilize Waterfall approaches for infrastructure and compliance-driven workstreams
- Manage hybrid project frameworks based on workload requirements
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation
Stakeholder Management
- Communicate program status, risks, and dependencies to executive leadership
- Facilitate alignment between technical teams and business stakeholders
- Manage vendor relationships and third-party service providers
- Drive change management and organizational readiness
Risk & Quality Management
- Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks and dependencies
- Ensure compliance with security, regulatory, and organizational standards
- Establish quality gates and validation criteria for migration phases
- Implement continuous improvement processes
Required Qualifications Education & Experience- 8+ years of technical program/project management experience
- 5+ years managing cloud migration or infrastructure transformation programs
Technical Skills- Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
- Knowledge of datacenter infrastructure, networking, and virtualization
- Experience with migration tools and methodologies (6Rs framework)
- Understanding of security, compliance, and disaster recovery in cloud environments
Project Management
Agile/Scrum: Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent; experience leading Agile teams
Waterfall: Proficiency in traditional SDLC and waterfall methodologies
Hybrid Approaches: Ability to blend methodologies based on project needs
PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification strongly preferred
Core Competencies- Proven ability to manage programs with budgets >$10M
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Strategic thinking with attention to operational detail
- Experience managing geographically distributed teams
Preferred Qualifications- Cloud certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect)
- Experience with ITIL, DevOps, or Site Reliability Engineering practices
- Background in healthcare, finance, or other regulated industries
- Familiarity with migration assessment tools (CloudEndure, Azure Migrate, etc.)
- Experience with FinOps and cloud cost optimization
Success Metrics- On-time delivery of migration milestones
- Budget adherence and cost optimization
- Zero critical security or compliance incidents
- Stakeholder satisfaction scores
- Team velocity and productivity improvements
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