AWS Cloud Consultant

AWS Cloud Consultant


Location-Raritan, New Jersey


Contract


Role Summary


We are seeking an AWS Cloud Consultant to advise, design, and implement secure, scalable, and cost-optimized solutions on Amazon Web Services. This role combines hands-on technical delivery with client-facing consulting, helping organizations adopt cloud best practices, modernize legacy systems, and accelerate digital transformation on AWS.


Key Responsibilities


AWS Architecture & Implementation

• Design, build, and deploy AWS cloud solutions aligned to business and technical requirements

• Architect highly available, scalable, and resilient systems using core AWS services

• Support application modernization initiatives, including migration, re-platforming, and cloud-native design

• Guide clients in selecting appropriate AWS services and architectural patterns

Cloud Migration & Modernization

• Assess on-premises or legacy environments and develop AWS migration strategies

• Execute cloud migrations using AWS-recommended frameworks and best practices

• Support modernization efforts using containers, serverless, and managed AWS services

Security, Governance & Best Practices

• Implement AWS security best practices, including IAM, networking, and data protection

• Support governance and compliance requirements through AWS-native controls

• Assist clients with cost optimization, reliability, and operational excellence

Automation & DevOps Enablement

• Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) such as Terraform or CloudFormation

• Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows

• Promote cloud-native, automation-first operating models

Consulting & Collaboration

• Work directly with clients to understand requirements and provide technical recommendations

• Collaborate with application, security, and operations teams

• Contribute to solution documentation, architecture diagrams, and knowledge sharing

• Act as a trusted advisor for AWS cloud adoption and optimization

Required Skills & Experience


Core Requirements

• 3-8+ years of experience in cloud engineering, cloud architecture, or consulting

• Strong hands-on experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)

• Solid understanding of:

• AWS core services (EC2, VPC, S3, RDS, IAM)

• Cloud networking concepts and architectures

• Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code:

• Terraform and/or AWS CloudFormation

• Strong foundation in Linux, networking fundamentals, and security concepts

DevOps & Automation

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation practices

• Scripting experience using Python, Bash, or similar languages

• Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Consulting Skills

• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions

• Strong communication skills for client interactions and technical presentations

• Experience working in client-facing or cross-functional environments

Nice to Have / Preferred Skills

• Experience with:

• AWS Control Tower, Organizations, and multi-account strategies

• Serverless architectures (AWS Lambda)

• Managed container services (EKS)

• Exposure to multi-cloud environments (Azure and/or GCP)

• Knowledge of cost optimization (FinOps) practices

• Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks

• AWS Certifications such as:

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate / Professional

• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer

• AWS Certified Security - Specialty