Head of Cloud Enablement and Security Operations

Head of Cloud Enablement and Security Operations (SecOps)

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We are seeking a strategic, technically strong, and hands-on Head of Cloud Enablement and Security Operation (SecOps) to lead the design, implementation, and governance of our cloud platforms This role requires deep technical expertise in cloud infrastructure and security practices, along with proven experience in leading a cloud-first operating model across complex enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will drive cloud adoption, ensure secure and scalable infrastructure, and enable teams across the organization to fully leverage cloud technologies for innovation, operational agility, and cost efficiency.

What are the minimum requirements you need for the role?

• 10+ years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure and cloud technologies, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role driving cloud-first strategies.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field.
• Deep technical expertise in designing, deploying, and managing cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), including infrastructure as code (IaC), automation, and containerization (e.g., Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker).
• Proven track record of leading enterprise-wide cloud transformations and operating in a cloud-first environment.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR).
• Experience implementing and managing modern DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring tools.
• Proven experience managing outsourced service operations and vendor relationships.

What is your role and your responsibilities?

• Define and lead the execution of a comprehensive cloud enablement strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Champion a cloud-first operating model, driving cultural and process change across the organization.
• Identify and prioritize workloads for cloud migration, modernization, or retirement to support the Technology Foundations and Business Delivery priorities.
• Establish cloud governance frameworks, including tagging, cost allocation, and usage policies.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of cloud engineers, architects, and security specialists to deliver prioritised solutions and achieve their company specific career aspirations.
• Responsible for managing outsourced service operations relationships and delivery elements to ensure delivery excellence.
• Working with the senior Technology Leadership team to deliver solutions that support their teams objectives. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on cloud strategy, innovation, and risk.
• Monitor and optimize cloud performance, availability, and cost efficiency, ensuring alignment with SLAs and budget targets.
• Staying on top of technology trends and developments.
• Enabling capability uplift by collaborating with other accountable members of the Technology team to achieve agreed goals/targets.
• Working with accountable role holders to ensure the use of metrics (e.g., velocity, cycle time, and DORA or equivalent) are institutionalised to optimise team performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Partnering with teams within and outside of Technology to help execute on important strategic initiatives, while driving operational scale and efficiency.
• Communicating clear priorities, activities, and desired outcomes and ensuring appropriate and fit for purpose governance, prioritisation and decision making is in place.
• Developing goals for direct reports / team, and regular reporting of same to monitor overall performance and ensure tracking against achieve desired outcomes.
• Upholding Carne's key cultural and operating principles and values.
• Performing other duties and responsibilities as required.

What Competencies do you require?

• Ability to set direction, influence senior stakeholders, and align service assurance initiatives with broader business and technology goals.
• Proven capability in managing service performance, infrastructure reliability, and continuous improvement through metrics and KPIs.
• Skilled in building and maintaining strong relationships with third-party service providers and internal stakeholders to ensure delivery excellence.
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills to lead high-performing teams and support career development within the function.
• Confident in making timely decisions, managing risk, and taking ownership of outcomes in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Who is Carne Group?

Carne Group has established itself in the funds industry with $2tn in AUM supported by 600+ staff and four regulated management companies. Together with a large team of industry specialists, Carne serves more than 650+ traditional and alternative asset management clients from key fund jurisdictions and financial hubs including Ireland, Luxembourg, Zurich, Lisbon, London, New York, Cayman and Channel Islands.

Excellence and innovation are central to Carne's work and we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent to deliver an unrivalled service to our clients. Whilst working with Carne, you will be provided with opportunities to develop your skills and experience by working in a dynamic, innovative, and multicultural environment where exciting careers are built.

We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the asset management industry. Not sure if you meet all the requirements? Let us decide Research shows that members of other under-represented groups tend not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when in fact, they do At Carne we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

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