IT Cloud Engineering Director

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As the IT Cloud Engineering Director for BCG Federal, you will spearhead the cloud engineering strategy and oversee the engineering team responsible for designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable cloud infrastructure solutions in multi-cloud environments. This role combines deep technical expertise with leadership, strategic oversight, and a focus on compliance with US Government standards.
In partnership with your fellow team members, your duties will include:

• Leading the development and execution of a comprehensive cloud strategy that supports BCG Federal's objectives, ensuring secure, efficient, and innovative cloud solutions.
• Pioneering platform engineering initiatives to design, build, and maintain scalable and resilient cloud infrastructure platforms that support BCG Federal's operational and strategic objectives.
• Collaborating closely with Security & Compliance teams to implement and enforce policies and configurations that meet BCG Federal and US Government standards.
• Partnering with case teams to develop and enhance cloud capabilities, enabling efficient deployment and testing processes to support client projects.
• Overseeing the maintenance, monitoring, and optimization of cloud resources, focusing on performance, cost management, and security.
• Acting as a subject matter expert in cloud technologies, guiding the engineering team and partnering with IT, security, compliance, and business teams to deliver projects that align with strategic goals.
• Establishing metrics and reporting mechanisms for cloud health, performance, and costs, making recommendations for enhancements to senior leadership.
• Fostering an environment of continuous improvement, staying ahead of industry trends and evolving customer needs to recommend and implement changes in cloud technologies.

US Citizenship, with ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance is required. Dual citizens may be subject to additional eligibility requirements.

WHO WE ARE

BCG pioneered strategy consulting more than 50 years ago, and we continue to innovate and redefine the industry. We offer multiple career paths for the world's best talent to have a real impact on business and society. As part of our team, you will benefit from the breadth and diversity of what we are doing today and where we are headed next. We count on your authenticity, exceptional work, and strong integrity. In return we are committed to supporting you in discovering the most fulfilling career journey possible-and unlocking your potential to advance the world. Our team called Global Services (GS) provides corporate support to business areas such as Finance, Legal, HR, Marketing and IT. This diverse team of experts, operators and specialists represent all levels from Partner to entry level staff, operating across the globe in multiple countries. Global Services is in short, the backbone of BCG.

YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)

• A bachelor's degree in a related field, with professional certifications in Azure.
• 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and cloud services, including significant leadership experience in cloud engineering roles.
• Proven track record in implementing cloud strategies, with hands-on experience in using Infrastructure as Code for automating cloud infrastructure.
• Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure tooling such as networking, virtual machines, key management, and more.
• Strong knowledge of compliance and security requirements specific to the US Government environments.
• Experience in leading and mentoring engineering teams, with a focus on developing skills and capabilities in cloud technologies.
• Experience in utilizing DevSecOps tools such as Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, and others to enhance the agility and security of cloud infrastructure.
• US Citizenship, with ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance is required. Dual citizens may be subject to additional eligibility requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Total compensation for this role includes base salary, annual discretionary performance bonus, contributions to BCG's Profit Sharing and Retirement Fund (PSRF), and a market leading benefits package described below.

Some local governments in the United States require job postings to include a reasonable estimate of base compensation. We expect your total annualized compensation to be approximately the following:

• In Washington D.C. the base salary is between $168,000- $205,000 (USD); placement within this range will vary based on experience and skill level
• In other locations, competitive pay is commensurate with the role and geography
• Annual discretionary performance bonus between 0-30%
• 5% Profit Sharing Retirement Fund (PSRF) contribution, increasing to 10% after two years of service. Contributions are vested immediately and there is no waiting period

At BCG, we are committed to offering a comprehensive benefit program that includes everything our employees and their families need to be well and live life to the fullest.

We pay the full cost of medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees - and their eligible family members.* That's zero dollars in premiums taken from employee paychecks.

All of our plans provide best in class coverage:

• Zero dollar ($0) health insurance premiums for BCG employees, spouses, and children

• Low $10 (USD) copays for trips to the doctor, urgent care visits and prescriptions for generic drugs

• Dental coverage, including up to $5,000 in orthodontia benefits

• Vision insurance with coverage for both glasses and contact lenses annually

• Reimbursement for gym memberships and other fitness activities

• Fully vested Profit Sharing Retirement Fund contributions made annually, whether you contribute or not, plus the option for employees to make personal contributions to a 401(k) plan

• Paid Parental Leave and other family benefits such as elective egg freezing, surrogacy, and adoption reimbursement

• Generous paid time off including 12 holidays per year, an annual office closure between Christmas and New Years, and 15 vacation days per year (earned at 1.25 days per month)

• Paid sick time on an as needed basis

*Employees, spouses, and children are covered at no cost. Employees share in the cost of domestic partner coverage.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

BCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of administering all employment decisions and actions without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

YOU'RE GOOD AT

• Strategic leadership and visionary thinking in cloud computing within the context of BCG Federal and US Government environments.
• Integrating DevSecOps principles within cloud computing strategies, with a keen understanding of the US Government environments and BCG Federal's objectives.
• Building and nurturing cross-functional teams that embody the DevSecOps culture, promoting collaboration, innovation, and agility.
• Demonstrating strong technical expertise in AWS and Azure, with a comprehensive understanding of cloud architecture, security, and operations.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills, capable of managing complex projects and leading teams under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Working independently as well as collaboratively in a virtual, geographically dispersed team environment.

YOU'LL WORK WITH

BCG's information technology group collaboratively delivers the latest digital technologies that enable our consultants to lead and our business to grow. For our IT jobs, we seek individuals with expertise in the areas of IT infrastructure, application development, business systems, collaborative and social technologies, information security, and project leadership.