Sr. Systems Operations Manager - Azure

Worldpay

$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5+ years of management or leadership experience in DevOps or Cloud Engineering.
  • 5-8+ years of hands-on experience in Azure DevOps cloud practices.
  • Proven experience in transforming lift-and-shift workloads to Azure-native architectures with a focus on security.
  • Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure and Octopus Deploy, including App Services and Azure SQL Databases.
  • Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code tools like Bicep and Terraform.
  • Experience in designing secure Azure platform and application landing zones.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a high-performing DevOps team, promoting innovation and security-first thinking.
  • Guide the transformation of workloads into secure, Azure-native solutions using best practices.
  • Architect and maintain Azure infrastructure with Bicep/Terraform, focusing on security controls.
  • Champion the adoption of DevSecOps, integrating security into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Automate operational tasks for application repositories, enhancing continuous compliance.
  • Collaborate with engineering, security, and architecture teams to implement compliant cloud solutions.
  • Monitor and enhance security compliance across all DevOps processes.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with three days on-site in either Atlanta, GA or Cincinnati, OH.
  • Opportunity to learn from industry leading experts and grow your career.
  • Inclusive and collaborative team culture that values collective success.
  • Dynamic career opportunities within a global company.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Green Card Holder for 3 or more years.

This position is hybrid 3 days per week in either our Atlanta, GA or Cincinnati, OH office. This position is not eligible for remote work

What you'll own
  • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing DevOps team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and security-first thinking.
  • Transformation & Delivery:
    • Guide the transformation of completed lift-and-shift workloads into secure, Azure-native solutions, leveraging Azure services, automation, and best practices.
    • Oversee the design and implementation of Azure platform and application landing zones with security and compliance as foundational principles.
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
    • Architect, implement, and maintain Azure infrastructure using Bicep and/or Terraform for both platform and application resources, ensuring security controls are codified and versioned.
    • Drive adoption of IaC for consistent, repeatable, and automated deployments with integrated security validation.
  • DevSecOps & Automation:
    • Champion the adoption of DevSecOps practices, integrating security testing and controls into CI/CD pipelines and throughout the SDLC.
    • Automate Day 2 operational tasks for application repositories, including monitoring, patching, scaling, backup, and continuous security compliance checks.
    • Collaborate with security teams to ensure vulnerability scanning, secrets management, and compliance checks are automated and enforced.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with software engineering, security, architecture, and business stakeholders to deliver resilient, secure, and compliant cloud solutions.
  • Compliance & Security:
    • Ensure all solutions meet financial industry regulatory standards and internal security/compliance policies.
    • Continuously monitor, audit, and enhance security posture across all DevOps processes and cloud resources.


What you'll bring
  • 3-5+ years of management or leadership experience in a DevOps or Cloud Engineering environment.
  • 5-8+ years of hands-on experience in Azure DevOps cloud and software development practices.
  • Proven experience transforming lift-and-shift workloads to Azure-native architectures and processes, with a focus on security and compliance.
  • Deep expertise with Microsoft Azure and Octopus Deploy, including deploying and managing App Services, .NET web apps, Azure SQL Databases, and related services, with security best practices.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (Bicep and/or Terraform), including codifying security controls.
  • Experience designing and implementing secure Azure platform and application landing zones.
  • Proficiency in automating Day 2 operational and security tasks for cloud applications.
  • Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automation, and DevSecOps tooling (e.g., Azure DevOps, Octopus Deploy, GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
  • Previous experience in the financial industry, with a solid understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts, drive delivery, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and security awareness.


It's a bonus if you have
  • Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-400, AZ-104, AZ-305).
  • Experience with IaC using Octopus Deploy, monitoring/logging tools, and security best practices.
  • Familiarity with agile methodologies and modern software development lifecycles.
  • Experience with security frameworks and tools (e.g., Snyk, SCA, OWASP, SAST/DAST, vulnerability management).


About the team

Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We're proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections - it's unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We're curious and innovative - always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it's our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global.

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