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BLN24

AWS Cloud Engineer

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$63 - $84.25/hr

AWS Cloud Engineer Company: BLN24 About Us: We find strength in teamwork-a better you is a better us BLN24 is an award-winning Management Consulting Firm that supports the U.S. Federal Government in ...

Diverse Lynx

: AWS Cloud Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$58.25 - $77.75/hr

Diverse Lynx is seeking a Senior AWS Cloud Engineer with extensive experience in architecting and migrating large-scale data solutions on AWS. The role involves leading data migration initiatives ...

Jahnel Group

AWS Cloud Engineer

Schenectady, NY · On-site +1

$54 - $72/hr

Who We're Looking For We're currently seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Engineer with deep expertise in Terraform to help us build and support robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure across AWS ...

Staffingine LLC

AWS Cloud Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55.25 - $73.75/hr

AWS Cloud Engineer Job Location: Dallas, TX Job type: Contract 1. Senior Cloud Eng with experience with AWS, and more specifically serverless products. 2. Sr Cloud Eng with Kafka & Python experience ...

Prophecy Technologies

AWS Cloud Engineer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$53.25 - $71.25/hr

AWS Cloud Engineer - Onsite Location: Las Vegas, NV (100% Onsite - Local Candidates Only) Duration: 6 Months GBaMS ReqID: 10223974 Roles & Responsibilities: * Design, implement, and manage AWS cloud ...

BLN24

AWS Cloud Engineer

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$63 - $84.25/hr

AWS Cloud Engineer Company: BLN24 About Us: We find strength in teamwork-a better you is a better us BLN24 is an award-winning Management Consulting Firm that supports the U.S. Federal Government in ...

Donato Technologies, Inc

AWS Cloud Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$53.25 - $71.25/hr

AWS Cloud Engineer Plano , TX (35 Miles) Job responsibilities * Your experience in public cloud migrations of complex systems, anticipating problems, and finding ways to mitigate risk, will be key in ...

Sarian, Inc.

AWS Cloud Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$65.25 - $87.25/hr

AWS Cloud Engineer/Only USC & GC Location: Remote position ( San Jose, CA) Fulltime position *****NO C2C***** JD: Key Responsibilities: * Experience deploying production cloud networking and ...

Entarian

AWS Cloud Engineer

Arlington, VA

$64.25 - $85.75/hr

The AWS Cloud Engineer is responsible for engineering optimal performance, security, and availability of the customer AWS environment. The incumbent should have technical expertise in the AWS cloud ...

Jahnel Group

AWS Cloud Engineer

Schenectady, NY · On-site

$54 - $72/hr

Who We're Looking For We're currently seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Engineer with deep expertise in Terraform to help us build and support robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure across AWS ...

Entarian

AWS Cloud Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$64.25 - $85.75/hr

Overview/ Job Responsibilities The AWS Cloud Engineer is responsible for engineering optimal performance, security, and availability of the customer AWS environment. The incumbent should have ...

campus4tech

Senior AWS Cloud Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$55.25 - $73.75/hr

Senior AWS Cloud Engineer Job Location: Dallas, TX - 5 days onsite Duration: 6+ Months Contract Interview Mode: Video Interview W2 candidates only preferred 15+ years of Work Experience Required • ...

Purple Drive Technologies

AWS Cloud Engineer

Las Vegas, NM · On-site

$50.75 - $68/hr

AWS Cloud Engineer Experience Requested: 6-8 years Description: Strong experience with core AWS services: VPC, EC2, S3, IAM, Route 53, Backups, EKS, SSO, MSK, Security Hub, GuardDuty, and related ...

Syntricate Technologies

AWS Cloud Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$55.25 - $74/hr

Position-AWS Cloud Engineer Duration-Contract Location- Phoenix, AZ JD 1. 6 + years of experience with Infrastructure automation tools (Terraform), with a focus on IaC and immutable infrastructure ...

Futran Tech Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

AWS Cloud Engineer

$57 - $76.25/hr

AWS Cloud Engineer Duration: 6+ months of Contract with possible extension of hire Location : Candidate should be based out in EST and CST time zone only(Current position is remote but should be ...

Purple Drive Technologies

AWS Cloud Engineer

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$53.25 - $71.25/hr

Role: AWS Cloud Engineer Location: Las Vegas, NV 1. Strong experience with core AWS services: VPC, EC2, S3, IAM, Route 53, Backups, EKS, SSO, MSK, Security Hub, Guard Duty, and related security ...

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How much do aws cloud engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for aws cloud engineer in the United States is $62.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.61 and $71.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the most common challenges AWS Cloud Engineers face when migrating legacy systems to the cloud?

AWS Cloud Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring data integrity during migration, managing downtime, and adapting legacy applications to cloud-native architectures. They must also address security and compliance concerns, especially when handling sensitive data. Effective collaboration with application owners and IT teams is crucial to identify dependencies and optimize workloads for AWS services, making communication skills and a thorough understanding of AWS migration tools essential.

What are AWS Cloud Engineers?

AWS Cloud Engineers are IT professionals who design, deploy, manage, and support cloud-based solutions using Amazon Web Services (AWS). They work with a variety of AWS services to build scalable, secure, and efficient cloud infrastructures for businesses. Their responsibilities often include configuring cloud resources, automating deployment processes, monitoring system performance, and troubleshooting issues. AWS Cloud Engineers also help organizations migrate existing systems to the cloud and ensure that all cloud-based applications comply with best practices and security standards.

What is the difference between Aws Cloud Engineer vs Cloud Solutions Architect?

AspectAws Cloud EngineerCloud Solutions Architect
CertificationsAWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified DeveloperAWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
Work EnvironmentImplementing, managing, and maintaining cloud infrastructureDesigning cloud solutions and architecture for clients or projects
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, cloud service providers, enterprisesConsulting firms, large enterprises, cloud service providers

While both roles require AWS certifications and involve cloud technologies, Aws Cloud Engineers focus on deploying and managing cloud infrastructure, whereas Cloud Solutions Architects design overall cloud solutions and architecture. The roles often collaborate but serve different stages of cloud project development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an AWS Cloud Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an AWS Cloud Engineer, you need a solid understanding of cloud computing concepts, AWS infrastructure, networking, and scripting languages, typically backed by a degree in computer science or IT and relevant AWS certifications. Familiarity with tools like AWS CloudFormation, EC2, S3, Lambda, and monitoring systems such as CloudWatch is crucial. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help in designing scalable solutions and working with cross-functional teams. These competencies ensure secure, reliable, and efficient cloud deployments, driving organizational innovation and agility.
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AWS Cloud Engineer

AWS Cloud Engineer

Science Applications International Corporation

Scott Air Force Base, IL • On-site

$53.75 - $72/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

SAIC rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 78 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 203 rated it services

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Job Description
SAIC is seeking a Cloud Engineer SME to support an IT Service Management effort for USTRANSCOM. This role is part of the USTC Managed Information Technology Services (MITS) contract, designed to provide strategic, technical, and program management guidance to facilitate the operations and modernization of the combatant command's infrastructure, systems, and applications. Support will be provided to the USTC Command, Control, Communications & Cyber Systems Directorate (TCJ6).
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide hands-on development and implementation of commercial cloud solution architectures, focusing on security, scalability, and resiliency.
  • Plan, design, and manage the migration, re-platforming, integration, implementation, and operation of complex cloud IL5/IL6 environments, enabling managed shared services within the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) Environment and/or on-premises enclaves.
  • Communicate, define, administer, and implement various security processes to assist with platform transformation.
  • Ensure commercial cloud service offerings (CSOs) adhere to DoD Cloud Computing policies and guidelines.
  • Provide detailed information for hardware and software selection, cloud service provider selection, implementation techniques, application data migration techniques, and tools to meet business needs efficiently, including present and future capacity requirements.
  • Develop and conduct testing of cloud and virtualization systems.
  • Maintain technical expertise relevant to industry standards in cloud computing and virtualization technologies such as cloud service provider architecture, design, configuration, deployment models (public, community, private, hybrid), and service delivery models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
  • Evaluate and report on new cloud and virtualization technologies to enhance the capabilities of cloud-based and virtualized services.
  • Perform systems engineering activities including Concept of Operations formulation, requirements definition, analysis and engineering, system architecting, system analysis and design, interface and data architectures, validation and verification, system integration, system operational performance analysis, lifecycle cost analysis estimation, decision analysis, and physical configuration analysis (PCA).
  • Conduct functional analysis, timeline analysis, detailed trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
  • Participate with senior managers to establish strategic plans and objectives.
  • Provide recommendations and make decisions on administrative or project work matters to ensure effective achievement of program, project, or organizational objectives.
  • Act as the organization's spokesperson on advanced projects and/or programs. Advise management and customers on advanced technical research studies and applications.
  • Provide after-hours and weekend support during planned or emergency events as required.

**Potential sign-on bonus included.**
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • 9 years or more of relevant experience.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
  • AWS Cloud Engineer Certification.
  • At least one of the following IAT Level II certifications: Security+, CECCNA-Security, CySA+ **, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP.
  • Computing Environment (CE) certification or certificate for the technical area of responsibility for Cloud or virtualization (e.g., Azure, AWS, Oracle, IBM), with a preference for Azure.
  • Proficient in designing, building, and managing cloud-based applications and services using Amazon Web Services (AWS).
  • Familiarity and experience with AWS service offerings in AWS GovCloud.
  • Experience in interacting with clients, providing cloud support, and making recommendations based on client needs.
  • Proficient knowledge of Redhat Enterprise Linux operating system and command line administration.
  • In-depth understanding of and experience with AWS, networking, VPC, and Transit Gateway.
  • Powershell/bash scripting experience to create and integrate automation/scripts.
  • Proficiency in JSON/YAML.
  • Understanding of Active Directory forests, Group Policies, STIGs, and other enclave domain components.
  • Experience preparing technical documentation.
  • Configuration and change management experience working directly with/for a government customer.
  • Knowledge of an IT Service Management (ITSM) tool suite.

Desired Qualifications:
  • MA/MS degree.
  • Fifteen (15) or more years of relevant experience.
  • Active Secret clearance.
  • Experience with Zero Trust Architectures.
  • Experience with AWS Workspaces or deploying VDI solutions to AWS Cloud.
  • Fluency in multiple scripting languages.
  • Experience with AWS monitoring and alerting tools such as CloudTrail and CloudWatch.
  • Familiarity with tools like Git, YAML, and AWS security capabilities (WAF, GuardDuty, Security Groups, IAM).
  • In-depth understanding of AWS, networking, VPNs, IaaS, PaaS, SQL, and storage.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in creating and executing CI/CD pipelines.
  • Experience with deployment orchestration, automation, and security configuration management (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform).
  • ITIL V4 Foundations Certification.

About Us
SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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