Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.
Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.
The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).
Pay Range:
$121,784.00 - $159,140.80Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Position Overview
SUMMARY
The IT Cloud Lead is a senior-level technical leader responsible for the hands-on execution, leadership, and continuous improvement of secure and scalable cloud infrastructure at Capital Health. With a primary focus on Microsoft Azure, this role guides cloud adoption efforts, implements infrastructure best practices, and mentors technical teams in cloud engineering and security operations.
This position plays a critical leadership role in cloud transformation and Zero Trust implementation, working closely with architects, DevOps, and security teams to ensure cloud infrastructure aligns with organizational, security, and compliance requirements.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience
Preferred: Master’s degree or advanced certifications in cloud architecture or cybersecurity
Experience
5+ years of progressive IT experience, including:
3+ years designing and implementing enterprise cloud infrastructure (primarily Azure)
2+ years leading cross-functional teams or initiatives in cloud or security engineering
Hands-on experience with hybrid networking, cloud security, and automation practices
Experience working in compliance-sensitive industries (e.g., healthcare, finance)
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Expert knowledge of Azure cloud services: VNets, Application Gateway, Azure Firewall, NSGs, Route Tables, DNS
Practical experience with hybrid cloud networking: ExpressRoute, VPN, private endpoints
Advanced skills in identity and access management: Azure AD, conditional access, RBAC, Entra ID
Proficient in IaC and DevOps tooling: Terraform, Bicep, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions
Skilled in Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Key Vault, Azure Policies, Sentinel
Strong understanding of Zero Trust enforcement in infrastructure and identity
Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks (HIPAA, NIST, PCI-DSS, CIS Benchmarks)
Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, and communication abilities
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate
Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Implement secure and resilient Azure cloud and hybrid infrastructure in line with enterprise standards
Guide teams in the adoption of infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD, and cloud automation best practices
Support the enforcement of cloud governance policies and configuration baselines
Lead infrastructure reviews, performance optimization, and incident response support
Embed Zero Trust principles across infrastructure and access models
Drive the implementation of threat detection, monitoring, and alerting systems
Collaborate across engineering, operations, and security teams to deliver secure infrastructure
Mentor and coach team members on cloud best practices and technologies
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead modernization and migration initiatives, including replatforming and optimization
Assist with cloud security assessments and ensure timely remediation of findings
Research and recommend tools and practices that improve resilience, scalability, and security
Contribute to the ongoing development of cloud capability roadmaps and technical standards
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Azure and hybrid cloud infrastructure implementation
Identity and access management and Zero Trust controls
Infrastructure automation and platform standardization
Operational cloud security, threat detection, and monitoring
Cost optimization and resource management
Technical mentoring and engineering team guidance
KEY METRICS FOR SUCCESS
Deployment of secure, resilient infrastructure with minimal downtime
High adoption of automation and governance frameworks
Improved configuration consistency and policy enforcement
Reduction in cloud-related incidents and vulnerabilities
Enhanced audit readiness and regulatory alignment
Strong team engagement and delivery against project timelines
Measurable cost savings through optimization efforts
This position is eligible for the following benefits:
Medical Plan
Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Healthcare FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter Transit
Commuter Parking
Supplemental Life Insurance
- Voluntary Life Spouse
- Voluntary Life Employee
- Voluntary Life Child
Voluntary Legal Services
Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
Voluntary Pet Insurance
Paid Time-Off Program
The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.
The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.
Capital Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Capital Health and has not been reviewed or approved by Capital Health.
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and access to an in‑house employee pharmacy; feedback suggests health insurance is a standout element of total compensation. For clinicians and trainees, malpractice and disability options add perceived value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — A paid time‑off program is available to most employees, and residents receive four weeks of vacation annually. Feedback suggests time‑off allotments are competitive on paper for a regional health system.
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Flexible Benefits — The package spans FSAs, employer‑paid basic life/AD&D, disability options, and multiple voluntary add‑ons (legal, ID theft, pet), with eligibility generally starting at 20+ hours per pay period. This breadth allows employees to tailor coverage to their needs.
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Capital Health is the region’s leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Comprised of two hospitals (our Regional Medical Center in Trenton and Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell), our Hamilton outpatient facility, and various primary and specialty care practices across the region, Capital Health is a dynamic healthcare resource accredited by The Joint Commission and a three-time Magnet-designated health system for nursing excellence
