Contract - Senior AWS Cloud Engineer
Your new companyHays has partnered with a leader in the education sector, committed to innovation and with a strong focus on optimising digital infrastructure, it provides a dynamic environment for IT professionals to contribute to large-scale cloud transformation initiatives.
Your new roleAs a Senior AWS Cloud Engineer, you will be instrumental in refining the organisation's cloud infrastructure. You will lead security enhancements, optimise AWS resources, and drive automation efforts. Your expertise will guide improvements in cloud governance, infrastructure efficiency, and security protocols. Additionally, you will collaborate with various technical teams to develop strategies that enhance cloud service management while ensuring alignment with best practices.
What you'll need to succeed
* At least five years of hands-on experience managing AWS environments.
* Strong knowledge of cloud computing principles and AWS security frameworks.
* Expertise in AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, IAM, load balancers, and security groups.
* Proficiency in scripting languages like PowerShell or Python for automation.
* Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) development and cloud optimisation strategies.
* A thorough understanding of DevOps methodology and associated tools.
* Strong analytical skills for evaluating cloud service improvements.
* Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and present solutions to governance boards.
What you'll get in returnThis is a six-month contract opportunity that allows you to work on AWS cloud enhancements in a hybrid work environment. You will refine your cloud security and optimisation expertise while collaborating with skilled professionals in an advanced technology landscape.
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