Senior Manager of Cloud Engineering at Black & Veatch in Overland Park, KS | Kablio

Role

Description

cloud strategy

cost optimization

ci/cd integration

cloud architecture

automation practices

governance framework

Identify and mitigate risks associated with cloud adoption, including regulatory, operational, and financial risks
Drive and mature cost optimization practices (FinOps)
Develop and execute cloud strategy aligned with business and technology objectives.
Integrate cloud services with CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration tools.
Supervise team members, including hiring, and performance management
Document technical environments, processes, procedures, and project plans.
Communicate technical solutions clearly to stakeholders and leadership, including presenting business cases, risks and solution options.
Accountability for cloud lifecycle management planning, design, oversight, automation, and optimization.
Design, deploy, and maintain secure, resilient cloud infrastructure, primarily in Azure and AWS.
Establish and enforce enterprise-wide cloud governance frameworks, policies, and compliance standards.
Champion automation-first practices for provisioning, deployment, and monitoring to reduce time to market and improve resilience.
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for cloud operations, cost, security, performance and ensure high availability.
Lead, mentor, and grow a team of cloud engineers, advancing overall capabilities and effectiveness.
Translate business goals into cloud strategies that drive measurable outcomes in agility, cost efficiency, and innovation.
Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on cloud capabilities, risks, and opportunities. Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to identify cloud priorities and deliver impactful solutions.
Provide oversight of managed service providers to ensure reliable cloud operations.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry frameworks (e.g. NIST).
Lead cross-functional cloud steering committees and working groups to align cloud initiatives with enterprise priorities.
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to ensure the Cloud program remains current and effective.
Partner with cross-functional teams including software engineering, cybersecurity, architecture, data, and IT operations.
Delegate resources effectively and manage multiple concurrent projects.
Oversee cloud security, compliance, and BCDR planning in partnership with the cybersecurity architecture and DR teams.
Lead cloud lifecycle planning, modernization, and migration efforts.
Provide training and support on cloud best practices.
Implement identity management policies and access controls, integrating with enterprise system

Requirements

azure

aws

gcp

ci/cd

terraform

togaf

Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
Senior-level expertise in Azure and AWS
Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Microsoft AZ-104, Certified Cloud
Experience with ITIL processes and tools such as ServiceNow.
Effective written and verbal communication, with the ability to simplify complex systems
Experience as a leader or a member of a Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE)
8+ years of cloud experience, including 2+ years in a direct leadership role.
Experience with OCI and GCP.
Demonstrated success in leading complex migration programs and cross-functional initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Hands-on experience with CI/CD, containerization, and orchestration tools (e.g. Github, Azure DevOps, AKS)
Knowledge of FinOps and cloud cost optimization tools.
Governance Specialist, AWS/Azure Cloud Strategist, and/or The Open Group Architecture Framework ‘TOGAF’
Experience with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., ELK, Azure Monitor, New Relic)
Experience with SSO and Identity Federation services (e.g. Entra ID)
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong understanding of networking, security protocols, and cloud compliance.
Experience with systems administration
Experience managing cloud-hosted VDI (e.g., Azure Virtual Desktop).
Hands-on experience with cloud architecture, virtualization, and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation)

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

visa sponsorship not available.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1915

Year Founded

A century-old firm with a rich history.

$4.735B Revenue

2023 Annual Revenue

Generated $4.735 billion in revenue in 2023, solidifying its position as a top design firm.

100% Employee-Owned

Ownership Structure

Unique among firms of its size, ensuring a long-term focus and shared success.

100+ Offices

Global Presence

Operates across six continents, showcasing vast global reach.

Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, it delivers multi‑billion‑dollar projects in energy, water, communications and industrial sectors.
The company’s portfolio spans landmark work—from power plants and water treatment systems to hydrogen and LNG facilities.
It handles full lifecycle services: from strategic advisory and engineering through procurement, construction and operations.
Its history features many firsts: early U.S. water and power infrastructure, the first U.S. hydrogen conversion project, and biosafety labs overseas.

Culture + Values

We create long-term value for our clients, communities and employees.
We embrace diversity, respect individual differences and believe in the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
We act with integrity and deliver on our promises.
We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
We build and maintain strong relationships through trust and accountability.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by this year.

Helps clients design and implement sustainable infrastructure that reduces environmental impacts.
Focuses on renewable energy solutions, including solar, wind, and energy storage.
Supports environmental stewardship in communities through responsible project planning and execution.
Enhances internal sustainability programs, such as reducing energy consumption and waste.

Inclusion & Diversity

23% Workforce

Gender Diversity Overview

This figure highlights the proportion of women in the workforce, showcasing progress toward gender representation goals.

Creating an inclusive environment for all backgrounds.
Commitment to improving leadership diversity with specific goals.

Articles

Careers at Black & Veatch

Sustainability

Newsroom

Role

Description

cloud strategy

cost optimization

ci/cd integration

cloud architecture

automation practices

governance framework

Identify and mitigate risks associated with cloud adoption, including regulatory, operational, and financial risks
Drive and mature cost optimization practices (FinOps)
Develop and execute cloud strategy aligned with business and technology objectives.
Integrate cloud services with CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration tools.
Supervise team members, including hiring, and performance management
Document technical environments, processes, procedures, and project plans.
Communicate technical solutions clearly to stakeholders and leadership, including presenting business cases, risks and solution options.
Accountability for cloud lifecycle management planning, design, oversight, automation, and optimization.
Design, deploy, and maintain secure, resilient cloud infrastructure, primarily in Azure and AWS.
Establish and enforce enterprise-wide cloud governance frameworks, policies, and compliance standards.
Champion automation-first practices for provisioning, deployment, and monitoring to reduce time to market and improve resilience.
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for cloud operations, cost, security, performance and ensure high availability.
Lead, mentor, and grow a team of cloud engineers, advancing overall capabilities and effectiveness.
Translate business goals into cloud strategies that drive measurable outcomes in agility, cost efficiency, and innovation.
Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on cloud capabilities, risks, and opportunities. Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to identify cloud priorities and deliver impactful solutions.
Provide oversight of managed service providers to ensure reliable cloud operations.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry frameworks (e.g. NIST).
Lead cross-functional cloud steering committees and working groups to align cloud initiatives with enterprise priorities.
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to ensure the Cloud program remains current and effective.
Partner with cross-functional teams including software engineering, cybersecurity, architecture, data, and IT operations.
Delegate resources effectively and manage multiple concurrent projects.
Oversee cloud security, compliance, and BCDR planning in partnership with the cybersecurity architecture and DR teams.
Lead cloud lifecycle planning, modernization, and migration efforts.
Provide training and support on cloud best practices.
Implement identity management policies and access controls, integrating with enterprise system

Requirements

azure

aws

gcp

ci/cd

terraform

togaf

Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
Senior-level expertise in Azure and AWS
Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Microsoft AZ-104, Certified Cloud
Experience with ITIL processes and tools such as ServiceNow.
Effective written and verbal communication, with the ability to simplify complex systems
Experience as a leader or a member of a Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE)
8+ years of cloud experience, including 2+ years in a direct leadership role.
Experience with OCI and GCP.
Demonstrated success in leading complex migration programs and cross-functional initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Hands-on experience with CI/CD, containerization, and orchestration tools (e.g. Github, Azure DevOps, AKS)
Knowledge of FinOps and cloud cost optimization tools.
Governance Specialist, AWS/Azure Cloud Strategist, and/or The Open Group Architecture Framework ‘TOGAF’
Experience with monitoring and observability tools (e.g., ELK, Azure Monitor, New Relic)
Experience with SSO and Identity Federation services (e.g. Entra ID)
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong understanding of networking, security protocols, and cloud compliance.
Experience with systems administration
Experience managing cloud-hosted VDI (e.g., Azure Virtual Desktop).
Hands-on experience with cloud architecture, virtualization, and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation)

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

visa sponsorship not available.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1915

Year Founded

A century-old firm with a rich history.

$4.735B Revenue

2023 Annual Revenue

Generated $4.735 billion in revenue in 2023, solidifying its position as a top design firm.

100% Employee-Owned

Ownership Structure

Unique among firms of its size, ensuring a long-term focus and shared success.

100+ Offices

Global Presence

Operates across six continents, showcasing vast global reach.

Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, it delivers multi‑billion‑dollar projects in energy, water, communications and industrial sectors.
The company’s portfolio spans landmark work—from power plants and water treatment systems to hydrogen and LNG facilities.
It handles full lifecycle services: from strategic advisory and engineering through procurement, construction and operations.
Its history features many firsts: early U.S. water and power infrastructure, the first U.S. hydrogen conversion project, and biosafety labs overseas.

Culture + Values

We create long-term value for our clients, communities and employees.
We embrace diversity, respect individual differences and believe in the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
We act with integrity and deliver on our promises.
We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
We build and maintain strong relationships through trust and accountability.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-Zero Commitment

Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by this year.

Helps clients design and implement sustainable infrastructure that reduces environmental impacts.
Focuses on renewable energy solutions, including solar, wind, and energy storage.
Supports environmental stewardship in communities through responsible project planning and execution.
Enhances internal sustainability programs, such as reducing energy consumption and waste.

Inclusion & Diversity

23% Workforce

Gender Diversity Overview

This figure highlights the proportion of women in the workforce, showcasing progress toward gender representation goals.

Creating an inclusive environment for all backgrounds.
Commitment to improving leadership diversity with specific goals.

Articles

Careers at Black & Veatch

Sustainability

Newsroom