Fannie Mae

VP, Cloud Infrastructure

Fannie Mae • $250K — $350K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience leading enterprise infrastructure organizations across cloud and/or on-premises platforms.
  • Proven executive leadership in building vision and mobilizing teams across multiple functions.
  • Strong relationship management skills with senior stakeholders in Technology and Cybersecurity.
  • Track record of driving change initiatives and executing organizational change management at senior levels.
  • Demonstrated success in improving reliability and resiliency through operational maturity.
  • Experience managing major vendor relationships with cost accountability.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of a long-term infrastructure strategy for cloud and on-premises hosting.
  • Define a multi-year roadmap balancing resiliency, cost, and simplicity while driving platform standardization.
  • Establish clear service ownership and metrics for availability, performance, and cost transparency.
  • Manage key cloud/vendor relationships to optimize cost, risk, and performance.
  • Improve financial accountability through consumption governance and vendor performance reviews.
  • Partner with cybersecurity leaders to implement infrastructure controls and recovery capabilities.
  • Recruit and develop a high-performing infrastructure organization while modeling enterprise leadership behaviors.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Focus on innovation and operational excellence.
  • Engagement in strategic decision-making processes.
  • Access to modern infrastructure technologies and practices.
Full Job Description


Job Description

The Vice President, Cloud Infrastructure provides strategic leadership and operational excellence across enterprise infrastructure capabilities, spanning cloud and physical/on premises infrastructure. The VP will drive a multi-year roadmap to improve reliability, resiliency, security, and cost efficiency-while enabling teams across the enterprise to build and run critical applications and services.

This role partners closely with Technology, Cybersecurity, and Business leaders to deliver modern infrastructure services, manage vendor relationships, and ensure tested resiliency plans and effective response to outages and issues.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy, Road Map & Operating Model

  • Lead the development and execution of a long-term infrastructure strategy covering cloud and on-premises hosting, aligning technical capabilities to business outcomes.


  • Define a multi-year roadmap that balances resiliency, cost, and simplicity, and drives adoption of standardized platforms and services.


  • Establish clear service ownership, SLOs/SLAs, and metrics for availability, performance, capacity, and cost transparency.


Cloud and Vendor Financial Management

  • Manage key cloud/vendor relationships and guide decisions that optimize cost, risk, and performance across the infrastructure portfolio.


  • Improve financial accountability through unit economics, consumption governance, vendor performance reviews, and portfolio rationalization.


Security, Risk & Compliance

  • Partner with cybersecurity leaders to implement pragmatic infrastructure controls and recovery capabilities (e.g., ransomware defense and directory recoverability patterns where applicable).


  • Ensure infrastructure risk is understood, prioritized, and actively managed across vulnerabilities, resiliency, vendor, and operational risks.


Leadership and Talent

  • Recruit, retain, and develop a high-performing infrastructure organization, balancing technology, process, and customer experience while improving execution discipline.


  • Model enterprise leadership behaviors including curiosity, humility, critical thinking, innovation, and a risk-managed (not risk-avoiding) mindset.


Candidate Qualifications

  • Extensive experience leading enterprise infrastructure organizations across cloud and/or on-premises platforms and large-scale operations.


  • Proven executive leadership: building vision, mobilizing teams, prioritizing work, and delivering outcomes across multiple functions.


  • Strong relationship management and influence skills with senior stakeholders across Technology, Cyber, and business teams.


  • Track record of driving change initiatives and executing organizational change management at senior levels.

  • Demonstrated success improving reliability and resiliency through operational maturity and tested recovery practices. [


  • Experience managing major vendor relationships and complex technology portfolios with cost accountability.


Target Pay Range: $250,000 - 350,000

Qualifications

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For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.

About Fannie Mae

As the leading source of residential mortgage credit in the U.S. secondary market, Fannie Mae is supporting today's economic recovery and helping to build a sustainable housing finance system. They exist to provide reliable, large-scale access to affordable mortgage credit in all communities across the country at all times so people can buy, refinance, or rent homes. Fannie Mae is working to establish and implement industry standards‚ develop better tools to price and manage credit risk‚ build new infrastructure to ensure a liquid and efficient market and facilitate the collection and reporting of data for accurate financial reporting and improved risk management. Fannie Mae is committed to being their customers’ most valued business partner and delivering the products, services and tools their customers need to serve the entire market confidently, efficiently and profitably. Ultimately‚ Fannie Mae measures their progress not only by paying taxpayers and improving the housing finance system‚ but also by the difference they make in people’s lives.

Fannie Mae Careers

Join the vibrant team at Fannie Mae, where we are committed to solving the challenges of today's housing market while fostering inclusive growth and innovation. As a cornerstone of the American mortgage system, Fannie Mae offers unparalleled job opportunities that empower you to influence the future of housing finance. Work You’ll Do At Fannie Mae, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the finance and technology sectors. Our mission is to ensure access to affordable housing for people across the United States, and your work here will contribute to that goal. With roles ranging from financial analysis to technology development, your career at Fannie Mae will be marked by growth, leadership, and the pursuit of excellence. Innovate and Lead Fannie Mae stands at the intersection of financial services and innovative technology solutions, making it an ideal place for those who are driven to explore new ideas and push boundaries. Our culture thrives on innovation and leadership, encouraging every team member to bring forward ideas that drive efficiency and effectiveness. Professional Growth and Development Career advancement at Fannie Mae is not just a possibility—it is an expectation. We are dedicated to the professional growth of our employees through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and continuous learning opportunities. Whether you are looking to sharpen your analytical skills, enhance your leadership capabilities, or dive deep into the housing market dynamics, Fannie Mae provides the resources to achieve your professional goals. Diversity and Inclusion At Fannie Mae, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diverse voices are heard and valued. Through diversity training and a culture that celebrates unique perspectives, we ensure that all team members can contribute to their fullest potential. Join Our Team Explore the array of job opportunities at Fannie Mae, from internships for budding professionals to full-time positions for seasoned experts. We are hiring individuals who are passionate, curious, and eager to make a difference. Our team is looking for candidates who not only have the necessary skills but also embody our values of integrity, impartiality, and respect. Benefits and Perks Working at Fannie Mae comes with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. From competitive health benefits and retirement plans to flexible working arrangements and wellness programs, we prioritize the well-being of our team members. Stay Connected Networking and staying connected are key components of building a successful career at Fannie Mae. Engage with us through various professional networking events, online communities, and social platforms to stay updated on new positions, company news, and industry trends. Apply Now Ready to take the next step in your career? Review our open positions, tailor your resume, and prepare for an interview that could set you on a path to a rewarding career at Fannie Mae. We are excited to see how your vision, skills, and enthusiasm can contribute to our team and the broader mission of affordable housing. Explore Fannie Mae Jobs Discover the exciting and impactful career paths available at Fannie Mae. Each position offers the opportunity to challenge yourself, contribute to a significant cause, and work within a culture that values innovation, leadership, and community impact. Join us in shaping the future of housing finance—apply today and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference.
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