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Royal Holloway is advancing its hybrid cloud strategy, combining expansion into public cloud services with a modernised on-premises data centre powered, by HPE GreenLake. This bimodal approach supports both traditional IT services and exciting cloud-native innovations. We are seeking a Head of Hybrid Cloud to continue to lead this transformation. This senior role will shape and deliver a unified operating model across on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring security, scalability, and resilience. You will manage a skilled technical team, oversee strategic planning, and provide expert guidance to senior leadership on infrastructure priorities.
Job Responsibility:
Design and manage hybrid cloud infrastructure and services
Align cloud and on-premises operations into a single coherent model
Lead vendor relationships and ensure compliance with evolving cybersecurity standards
Drive adoption of cloud-native services while maintaining critical legacy systems
Develop and mentor the Hybrid Cloud team to meet future demands
Actively manage the Microsoft 365 stack, including Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), and associated Microsoft technologies
Be the technical lead on our strategic identity management project
Requirements:
Proven experience in hybrid cloud strategy and enterprise infrastructure
Strong knowledge of virtualization (VMware), Microsoft 365, Azure and IAM systems and processes
Skilled in team leadership, vendor management, and technical troubleshooting
Ability to balance innovation with operational stability
What we offer:
Generous annual leave entitlement
Training and Development opportunities
Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution
Various schemes including Cycle to Work, Season Ticket Loans and help with the cost of Eyesight testing