Senior AWS Cloud Engineer
Actalent
Posted Friday, April 17, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005966516
Job Title: AWS Cloud Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled AWS Cloud Engineer to design, implement, secure, and manage scalable cloud infrastructure on Amazon Web Services (AWS). This role requires deep technical expertise in cloud architecture, cloud costs, automation, and security, with a strong emphasis on compliance with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and related standards.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement scalable cloud infrastructure on AWS.
- Manage and maintain AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, and CloudWatch.
- Provide deep expertise in AWS cost modeling, including cost allocation, forecasting, and optimization strategies.
- Continuously analyze and optimize cloud spend using tools such as AWS Cost Explorer, CUR, and third-party platforms.
- Educate and mentor engineering teams on AWS best practices, cloud architecture, and cost-efficient design patterns.
- Lead cloud architecture decisions and provide technical guidance to engineering teams.
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
- Implement security controls including IAM, encryption, logging, and monitoring.
- Provide support for containerization and orchestration using Docker, Kubernetes, Amazon EKS, and Amazon ECS.
- Implement cloud infrastructure hardening (STIGs, etc.) and identify and remediate vulnerabilities (WIZ, etc.).
- Participate in a modest-level of 24x7 on-call support of key systems.
Essential Skills
- 7+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or cloud engineering.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with AWS services.
- Strong experience building, managing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure, storage, and network solutions.
- Experience with AWS cost modeling and optimization strategies.
- Experience developing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
- Experience implementing security controls and cloud infrastructure hardening.
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, Amazon EKS, and Amazon ECS.
- DoD 8140 Certification.
- Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related major, such as computer science, electronic engineering, or computer engineering. Additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- AWS Professional level certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect Professional, DevOps Engineer Professional) preferred.
- Experience meeting the requirements of compliance frameworks (NIST800-171, NIST800-53).
- Understanding of and experience with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program.
Work Environment
The position involves working in an environment that prioritizes cloud security and efficiency. The role may require interactions with the Army cloud environment and related services. Dress code and specific work hours are not specified, but the role does require a level of on-call support. Must be able to obtain U.S. Government security clearance.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orlando, FL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $75.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully remote position.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Contact Information
Recruiter: Matthew Claxton
Phone: +14105671336
Email: mclaxton@actalentservices.com
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