> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2208091-infra-cloud-security-lead-director](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2208091-infra-cloud-security-lead-director). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Infra, Cloud & Security Lead - Director - **Company:** Anson McCade - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £208,000.0 - £234,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Google Cloud, Enterprise Integration - **Published:** August 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/security-lead/anson-mccade-job107891281 ## About the Role * Significant M&A technology experience, ideally covering infrastructure separation, consolidation or post-merger integration * Proven experience operating at Principal, Director, Chief Architect or equivalent level * Strong infrastructure and hosting strategy expertise * Architecture and migration experience across Azure, AWS and/or Google Cloud Platform * Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, identity, workplace technology and network integration * Experience defining Day 1 readiness plans and supporting managed-service transitions * The ability to facilitate architecture decisions involving executives, advisors, private equity stakeholders and technical teams * Experience working effectively with incomplete or evolving due diligence information * A track record of translating strategic requirements into pragmatic designs, roadmaps and executable plans * Strong cybersecurity knowledge would be highly advantageous * Excellent stakeholder management, communication and decision-making skills * Facilities management, building services or field-services sector experience would be beneficial but is not essential ## Description A senior contract opportunity has arisen for an experienced Infrastructure, Cloud and Cyber leader to support a high-profile M&A transformation programme. Operating at Principal or Director level, the successful candidate will provide strategic architecture leadership across infrastructure separation, consolidation and integration. The role will involve working closely with executives, advisors and private equity stakeholders, turning incomplete due diligence information into pragmatic designs, clear architecture decisions and executable transition plans. This position requires someone who can combine senior stakeholder credibility with strong technical depth across cloud, hosting, workplace technology, identity, networks and cybersecurity. ## Related Videos - [The Cloud is Calling: Answer with In-Demand Skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/945-the-cloud-is-calling-answer-with-in-demand-skills) - [Building Well-Architected applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/691-building-well-architected-applications) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [ZEISS & Microsoft - Building the Next Generation Medical Ecosystem in the Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/424-zeiss-microsoft-building-the-next-generation-medical-ecosystem-in-the-cloud) - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Everything a Developer Needs to Know About MCP with Neo4j](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/604-everything-a-developer-needs-to-know-about-mcp-with-neo4j) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? Pros and Cons](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/327-should-tech-managers-be-developers-first-pros-and-cons) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. Developers Decide What Actually Gets Deployed.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/693-events-like-rsac-get-you-cisos-developers-decide-what-actually-gets-deployed) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)