Manager, Cloud Platform

OverviewNext Horizon is here. Fueled by investments in talent and technology, our bold strategy to transform is nearly complete. At Gore Mutual, we’ve always set ourselves apart as a modern mutual that does good. Now, we’re proudly building on that legacy to transform our company—and our industry—for the better. Our path forward sharpens our focus on business performance, driven by leading technology, innovation and an agile, high-performing culture. With Gore Mutual and Beneva announcing their intent to merge in 2026, we’ll be uniting two well-established, financially strong, and trusted brands to become the strongest mutual insurer in Canada, ensuring Canadians have purpose-driven insurance options for generations to come. Come join us.The Manager of Cloud Platform & Network Engineering plays a pivotal role in driving cloud transformation, modernizing infrastructure, and leading a high performing engineering team. This role bridges business needs with technical execution, ensuring cloud and network solutions are secure, scalable, and aligned with organizational goals. You will guide cloud modernization efforts, champion DevOps practices, and oversee both daily operations and major migration initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implementcloud nativearchitectures on Azure and AWS, coveringcompute, storage, and networking.Lead platform, application, and databasemigrationusing modern cloud frameworks and best practices.Build andmaintainInfrastructure-as-Code(Terraform, Helm) for consistent, automated deployments.Optimizecloud performance and cost through rightsizing, autoscaling, and proactive resource management.Architect andmaintaincloud networking components including VNETs, subnets, VPNs, firewalls, and load balancers.Automate network provisioning and configuration through CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.Integrate observability and telemetry tools (Azure Monitor, AWS CloudWatch) for proactive network health monitoring.Implement security controls (firewalls, IDS/IPS, NAC) from design through deployment.Embed compliance checks into automated workflows and generate audit-ready reporting.Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability remediation across cloud network layers.Observability & Reliability EngineeringDeliverfull stackobservability across applications, databases, cloud services, and network components using tools like Dynatrace.Define and monitor SLIs, SLOs, and SLAs to ensure reliability and performance.Implement distributed tracing, log aggregation, andreal timealerting to accelerate issue detection and resolution.Engineering Leadership & CollaborationMentor cloud and network engineers in automation, observability, and modern engineering practices.Partner with application teams to design secure,high-performanceconnectivity models across hybrid andmulticloudenvironments.Drive engineering excellence throughcodereviews, design patterns, and strong documentation standards.Team & Operational ManagementLead the Cloud Platform & Network Engineering team, ensuringstrong performanceand operational excellence.Provide operational metrics and insights for leadership review.Manageday-to-dayteam activities including sprint planning, demos, and retrospectives.Ensure smooth handoff and knowledge transfer to Cloud Operations teams.Contribute to the Cloud Center of Excellence and help shape the organization’s cloud roadmap.Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, processes, and procedures.Qualifications5–7 years of experience in cloud environment management (Azure, AWS, or GCP).5–7 years in network engineering and operations.5–7 years leading modernization and transformation initiatives using theWell ArchitectedFramework.5–7 yearspeoplemanagement experience.Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN) and security tools.Proven ability to troubleshoot complex cloud and network issues.Excellent communication andstakeholder managementskills.Strong project management and prioritization capabilities.The expected base salary range for this position is$118,500- $168,500. Depending on your relevant, experience, skills, qualifications, market conditions and business needs, base compensation may vary. You have the potential to earn more through Gore Mutual’s discretionary bonus program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.Please note: This rangereflects the expected base salary for this role but may not represent the full compensation range for all experience and skill levels. During the recruitment process, we will discuss and consider how your unique qualifications align with the broader range for this position.Gore Mutual is proud to offer a comprehensive total rewards package which includes extended health and dental benefits, disability insurance, retirement plan matching, paid time off, recognition and perk programs.This posting pertains to an existing vacancy that is actively being filled.Accessibility for applicantsGore Mutual Insurance Company is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the recruiting process, including the application process.If you require accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs.Contact usand a human resources representative will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.Should you request an accommodation during the interview process, please notify your Talent Acquisition Consultant. #J-18808-Ljbffr