Program Manager - Cloud Transformation
ResponsibilitiesJob Description – Program Manager (Cloud Transformation)Role OverviewWe are hiring a Program Manager – Cloud Transformation to lead large-scale, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives across SGCP Cloud environments.This role requires strong leadership in managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs, ensuring alignment between business strategy, technology execution, and governance standards. The ideal candidate will operate at the intersection of strategy, delivery, and stakeholder influence, driving outcomes without direct authority.Key Responsibilities1. Program Leadership & DeliveryLead end-to-end execution of large, complex transformation programs in cloud environmentsDefine and manage program structure, delivery roadmap, milestones, and outcomesCoordinate multiple delivery streams across engineering, platforms, security, and operationsEnsure consistent delivery against scope, timeline, budget, and quality targets2. Governance & Control FrameworkEstablish and run program governance structures (steering committees, reporting cadence, escalation forums)Define and monitor KPIs, progress metrics, and delivery health dashboardsEnsure adherence to enterprise governance, compliance, and risk management frameworksIdentify risks and dependencies, driving timely mitigation and resolution3. Stakeholder ManagementEngage with senior leadership, business stakeholders, and technical teams across regionsBuild strong relationships across cross-functional teams (Architecture, Security, Engineering, Finance)Drive alignment between business objectives and technical executionManage conflicting priorities and expectations effectively4. Cloud Transformation ExecutionDrive programs aligned to multi-cloud strategyCollaborate with architecture teams on:Cloud adoption strategyMigration and modernization initiativesPlatform and landing zone enablementEnsure measurable progress in cloud transformation outcomes and adoption goals5. Financial & Value RealizationManage program financials including budget, forecast, and cost trackingEnsure delivery aligns with expected business value and ROISupport cost optimization and FinOps-driven decision makingTechnical & Domain SkillsStrong understanding of:Cloud services across Private and Public CloudCloud transformation approaches (Migration, Modernization, Optimization)Enterprise IT landscapes and architecture fundamentalsFamiliarity with:DevOps and Agile ways of workingCloud governance, security, and compliance principlesTooling for program tracking (JIRA, dashboards, reporting tools)Core CompetenciesProgram ManagementExperience managing large-scale, multi-stream transformation programsAbility to operate in complex, global environments with multiple dependenciesStrong planning, execution, and delivery governance capabilityCloud AwarenessWorking knowledge of multi-cloud ecosystemsAbility to interpret technical discussions and translate into program-level outcomesGovernance & Risk MindsetStrong focus on risk identification, mitigation, and compliance adherenceStructured approach to reporting, tracking, and escalationKey Soft SkillsInfluence without AuthorityAbility to drive alignment and decisions across teams without direct controlStrong persuasion and consensus-building capabilityStakeholder & Relationship ManagementExcellent communication with senior leadership and cross-functional teamsAbility to manage complex stakeholder landscapes effectivelyNegotiation & Conflict ResolutionSkilled in balancing competing priorities and driving agreementsComfortable navigating ambiguity and making decisions under pressureCommunicationStrong executive-level communication (written and verbal)Ability to present complex topics in a clear, structured mannerQualifications & Experience12–18 years of overall experience in IT / transformation environments5+ years in Program or Portfolio Management rolesExposure to public cloud transformation initiativesPreferred certifications:PMP / PgMP / SAFeAzure / AWS certificationsSuccess Metrics (KPIs)Delivery of programs within time, cost, and scope targetsAchievement of cloud adoption and transformation milestonesStakeholder satisfaction and engagement levelsEffective governance (risk reduction, compliance adherence)Budget adherence and value realizationPositioning (for hiring clarity)This is a strategic, execution-focused role suited for someone who can:Think like a strategistOperate like a delivery leaderInfluence like a senior stakeholderProfile Required: ACE can help you write this job description (go/ACE)Technical & Domain SkillsStrong understanding of:Cloud services across Private and Public CloudCloud transformation approaches (Migration, Modernization, Optimization)Enterprise IT landscapes and architecture fundamentalsFamiliarity with:DevOps and Agile ways of workingCloud governance, security, and compliance principlesTooling for program tracking (JIRA, dashboards, reporting tools)Core CompetenciesProgram ManagementExperience managing large-scale, multi-stream transformation programsAbility to operate in complex, global environments with multiple dependenciesStrong planning, execution, and delivery governance capabilityCloud AwarenessWorking knowledge of multi-cloud ecosystemsAbility to interpret technical discussions and translate into program-level outcomesGovernance & Risk MindsetStrong focus on risk identification, mitigation, and compliance adherenceStructured approach to reporting, tracking, and escalationKey Soft SkillsInfluence without AuthorityAbility to drive alignment and decisions across teams without direct controlStrong persuasion and consensus-building capabilityStakeholder & Relationship ManagementExcellent communication with senior leadership and cross-functional teamsAbility to manage complex stakeholder landscapes effectivelyNegotiation & Conflict ResolutionSkilled in balancing competing priorities and driving agreementsComfortable navigating ambiguity and making decisions under pressureCommunicationStrong executive-level communication (written and verbal)Ability to present complex topics in a clear, structured mannerQualifications & Experience12 – 18 years of overall experience in IT / transformation environments5+ years in Program or Portfolio Management rolesExposure to public cloud transformation initiativesPreferred certifications:PMP / PgMP / SAFeAzure / AWS certificationsSuccess Metrics (KPIs)Delivery of programs within time, cost, and scope targetsAchievement of cloud adoption and transformation milestonesStakeholder satisfaction and engagement levelsEffective governance (risk reduction, compliance adherence)Budget adherence and value realizationPositioning (for hiring clarity)This is a strategic, execution-focused role suited for someone who can:Think like a strategistOperate like a delivery leaderInfluence like a senior stakeholderProfile requiredJob Description – Program Manager (Cloud Transformation)Role OverviewWe are hiring a Program Manager – Cloud Transformation to lead large-scale, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives across SGCP Cloud environments.This role requires strong leadership in managing complex, multi-stakeholder programs, ensuring alignment between business strategy, technology execution, and governance standards. The ideal candidate will operate at the intersection of strategy, delivery, and stakeholder influence, driving outcomes without direct authority.Key Responsibilities1. Program Leadership & DeliveryLead end-to-end execution of large, complex transformation programs in cloud environmentsDefine and manage program structure, delivery roadmap, milestones, and outcomesCoordinate multiple delivery streams across engineering, platforms, security, and operationsEnsure consistent delivery against scope, timeline, budget, and quality targets2. Governance & Control FrameworkEstablish and run program governance structures (steering committees, reporting cadence, escalation forums)Define and monitor KPIs, progress metrics, and delivery health dashboardsEnsure adherence to enterprise governance, compliance, and risk management frameworksIdentify risks and dependencies, driving timely mitigation and resolution3. Stakeholder ManagementEngage with senior leadership, business stakeholders, and technical teams across regionsBuild strong relationships across cross-functional teams (Architecture, Security, Engineering, Finance)Drive alignment between business objectives and technical executionManage conflicting priorities and expectations effectively4. Cloud Transformation ExecutionDrive programs aligned to multi-cloud strategyCollaborate with architecture teams on:Cloud adoption strategyMigration and modernization initiativesPlatform and landing zone enablementEnsure measurable progress in cloud transformation outcomes and adoption goals5. Financial & Value RealizationManage program financials including budget, forecast, and cost trackingEnsure delivery aligns with expected business value and ROISupport cost optimization and FinOps-driven decision makingTechnical & Domain SkillsStrong understanding of:Cloud services across Private and Public CloudCloud transformation approaches (Migration, Modernization, Optimization)Enterprise IT landscapes and architecture fundamentalsFamiliarity with:DevOps and Agile ways of workingCloud governance, security, and compliance principlesTooling for program tracking (JIRA, dashboards, reporting tools)Core CompetenciesProgram ManagementExperience managing large-scale, multi-stream transformation programsAbility to operate in complex, global environments with multiple dependenciesStrong planning, execution, and delivery governance capabilityCloud AwarenessWorking knowledge of multi-cloud ecosystemsAbility to interpret technical discussions and translate into program-level outcomesGovernance & Risk MindsetStrong focus on risk identification, mitigation, and compliance adherenceStructured approach to reporting, tracking, and escalationKey Soft SkillsInfluence without AuthorityAbility to drive alignment and decisions across teams without direct controlStrong persuasion and consensus-building capabilityStakeholder & Relationship ManagementExcellent communication with senior leadership and cross-functional teamsAbility to manage complex stakeholder landscapes effectivelyNegotiation & Conflict ResolutionSkilled in balancing competing priorities and driving agreementsComfortable navigating ambiguity and making decisions under pressureCommunicationStrong executive-level communication (written and verbal)Ability to present complex topics in a clear, structured mannerQualifications & Experience12–18 years of overall experience in IT / transformation environments5+ years in Program or Portfolio Management rolesExposure to public cloud transformation initiativesPreferred certifications:PMP / PgMP / SAFeAzure / AWS certificationsSuccess Metrics (KPIs)Delivery of programs within time, cost, and scope targetsAchievement of cloud adoption and transformation milestonesStakeholder satisfaction and engagement levelsEffective governance (risk reduction, compliance adherence)Budget adherence and value realizationPositioning (for hiring clarity)This is a strategic, execution-focused role suited for someone who can:Think like a strategistOperate like a delivery leaderInfluence like a senior stakeholderProfile Required: ACE can help you write this job description (go/ACE)Technical & Domain SkillsStrong understanding of:Cloud services across Private and Public CloudCloud transformation approaches (Migration, Modernization, Optimization)Enterprise IT landscapes and architecture fundamentalsFamiliarity with:DevOps and Agile ways of workingCloud governance, security, and compliance principlesTooling for program tracking (JIRA, dashboards, reporting tools)Core CompetenciesProgram ManagementExperience managing large-scale, multi-stream transformation programsAbility to operate in complex, global environments with multiple dependenciesStrong planning, execution, and delivery governance capabilityCloud AwarenessWorking knowledge of multi-cloud ecosystemsAbility to interpret technical discussions and translate into program-level outcomesGovernance & Risk MindsetStrong focus on risk identification, mitigation, and compliance adherenceStructured approach to reporting, tracking, and escalationKey Soft SkillsInfluence without AuthorityAbility to drive alignment and decisions across teams without direct controlStrong persuasion and consensus-building capabilityStakeholder & Relationship ManagementExcellent communication with senior leadership and cross-functional teamsAbility to manage complex stakeholder landscapes effectivelyNegotiation & Conflict ResolutionSkilled in balancing competing priorities and driving agreementsComfortable navigating ambiguity and making decisions under pressureCommunicationStrong executive-level communication (written and verbal)Ability to present complex topics in a clear, structured mannerQualifications & Experience12 – 18 years of overall experience in IT / transformation environments5+ years in Program or Portfolio Management rolesExposure to public cloud transformation initiativesPreferred certifications:PMP / PgMP / SAFeAzure / AWS certificationsSuccess Metrics (KPIs)Delivery of programs within time, cost, and scope targetsAchievement of cloud adoption and transformation milestonesStakeholder satisfaction and engagement levelsEffective governance (risk reduction, compliance adherence)Budget adherence and value realizationPositioning (for hiring clarity)This is a strategic, execution-focused role suited for someone who can:Think like a strategistOperate like a delivery leaderInfluence like a senior stakeholderWhy join usWe are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an 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