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Cloud Engineer

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$63.75 - $85.25/hr

S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain DHS suitability clearance, as required by federal contract. Summary: The Cloud Engineer will provide engineering expertise in building, securing, and ...

Cloud Engineer

Arlington, VA ยท Hybrid

$63.75 - $85.25/hr

S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain DHS suitability clearance, as required by federal contract. Summary: The Cloud Engineer will provide engineering expertise in building, securing, and ...

Cloud Engineer

Chicago, IL ยท Hybrid

$57.50 - $76.75/hr

Resource 1 is seeking a Cloud Engineer for a 6-month hybrid contract position with our client in the Chicagoland area. Individual should have at least 5 years of cloud engineering experience. Should ...

Cloud Engineer

Arlington, VA ยท On-site

$63.75 - $85.25/hr

S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain DHS suitability clearance, as required by federal contract. Summary: The Cloud Engineer will provide engineering expertise in building, securing, and ...

Cloud Engineer

Charlotte, NC ยท On-site

$54.50 - $72.75/hr

NAVA Software solutions is looking for a Cloud Engineer Details: Position: Cloud Engineer Location: Charlotte, NC (Day one Hybrid) Duration: 12 Months Contract Skills: * Candidate should have strong ...

Cloud Engineer

Manhattan, NY

$61.50 - $82.25/hr

The Cloud Engineer would be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable, secure ... Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is ...

Cloud Engineer

Houston, TX

$53.25 - $71.25/hr

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Cloud Engineer in Houston, TX. Summary: Our client is seeking ... Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is ...

Cloud Engineer

Milwaukee, WI ยท Hybrid

$55 - $73.50/hr

Cloud Engineer Location: 5 days on site to Milwaukee WI, Brownsville WI, and Green Bay WI Duration: 06 months contract to hire What they do: * Build and support cloud + on-prem systems * Help design ...

Cloud Engineer

Chicago, IL ยท On-site

$57.50 - $76.75/hr

Cloud Engineer Hybrid- 333. S Wabash, Chicago, IL (3x onsite) Contract Role (Duration: 6 months) * Set up secure, scalable cloud systems * Work closely with security teams * Automate cloud ...

Cloud Engineer

Falls Church, VA ยท On-site

$59.50 - $79.50/hr

Everforth ECS is seeking a Cloud Engineer to work in the National Capital Region covering the ... This position is contingent upon contract award. The War Data Platform (WDP) is a key initiative ...

Lead Cloud Engineer

New York, NY ยท On-site

$61 - $81.50/hr

Position Details Requirement CREQ No of Positions Role Cloud Engineer(Locals Only) Location NYC/Pittsburgh/Lake Mary,FL - Locals Only Type of Hire - Contract/ C2H Contract/C2H Rate (Max) depending on ...

Azure Cloud Engineer

Jersey City, NJ ยท On-site

$58.25 - $77.75/hr

Cloud Engineer Location : hybrid in Pittsburgh, pa, Lake, Mary, Or Jersey City, NJ Interview Process is 3 virtual rounds 12 month rolling contract This is an engineering positions, not devops or ...

Jr. Cloud Engineer

Madison, WI ยท Hybrid

$56.25 - $75/hr

AEBS is seeking a Cloud Engineer to take on a contract position in Madison! This is a hybrid role (3 days onsite expected) that is estimated to last 6-12 months. Individuals who are earlier in their ...

Cloud Comp Engr Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: No Minimum Clearance Required: Interim ... Be part of the prestigious MITS (Managed Information Technology Services) contract, where ...

Azure Cloud Engineer

Atlanta, GA

$53 - $70.75/hr

Atlanta GA \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Description: \n \n Contract to hire: 12\-month contract to perm A Cloud Engineer at Synovus designs, builds, and maintains scalable cloud infrastructure in ...

Cloud Engineer

Honolulu, HI ยท On-site

$55 - $73.75/hr

Cloud Engineer LOCATIONHonolulu, HI 96815 CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

Senior Cloud Engineer

$57 - $76.25/hr

Senior Cloud Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to ... and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies ...

Cloud Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$90K - $189K/yr

Job Title: Cloud Engineer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum ... and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies ...

Cloud Engineer

Aurora, CO ยท On-site

$56.75 - $76/hr

Cloud Engineer LOCATIONAurora, CO 80014 CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

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How much do contract cloud engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract 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 is a Contract Cloud Engineer job?

A Contract Cloud Engineer is a cloud computing professional hired on a temporary or project basis to design, implement, and manage cloud-based systems. They work with platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud to optimize performance, security, and cost efficiency. Unlike full-time roles, contract positions offer flexibility and are often project-driven, focusing on specific deliverables within a set timeframe.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Contract Cloud Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Cloud Engineer, you need expertise in cloud architecture, deployment, automation, and troubleshooting, often backed by a degree in computer science or a related field. Hands-on experience with platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, plus certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and effective communication enable successful collaboration with diverse teams and clients. These abilities are crucial for delivering scalable cloud solutions, meeting project objectives, and ensuring smooth integration within dynamic contract-based environments.

What types of projects and responsibilities can a Contract Cloud Engineer typically expect while on assignment?

As a Contract Cloud Engineer, you can expect to work on a range of projects such as migrating legacy systems to the cloud, optimizing cloud infrastructure for cost and performance, implementing security best practices, and automating deployment pipelines. Your daily tasks may include collaborating closely with software developers, DevOps teams, and other IT professionals to design and deploy scalable cloud solutions. Contract roles often offer exposure to multiple industries and technologies, which can broaden your experience and skill set. This environment provides a unique opportunity to rapidly build expertise, adapt to different workflows, and establish a strong professional network while delivering high-impact results for clients.

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Infographic showing various Contract Cloud Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 46% Full Time, and 54% Contract. Highlights an 77% In-person, 15% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,802 per year, or $62.9 per hour.
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Cloud Engineer

SiloSmashers

Arlington, VA โ€ข On-site

$63.75 - $85.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Cloud Engineer
Location: Arlington, VA
Clearance: Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain DHS suitability clearance, as required by federal contract.
Summary:
The Cloud Engineer will provide engineering expertise in building, securing, and optimizing cloud infrastructure for DHS CISA. This role focuses on deploying mission-critical workloads in compliant environments while supporting modernization and Zero Trust initiatives.
Responsibilities:
  • Deploy and manage workloads in AWS GovCloud and Azure Gov.
  • Automate provisioning, configuration, and monitoring using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools.
  • Implement Zero Trust and FedRAMP-compliant security configurations.
  • Troubleshoot cloud infrastructure issues and optimize performance.
  • Collaborate with architects, developers, and security engineers to align cloud solutions with DHS mission needs.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering or cloud operations.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or hybrid cloud environments.
  • Strong understanding of DHS, NIST, and FedRAMP cloud security standards.
  • Experience with IaC tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.