AWS Cloud Engineer

AWS Cloud Engineer (Contract) – Drive end-to-end cloud remediation and security uplift across AWS environments

Your new company

Join a well-established organisation undergoing a critical cyber remediation program, focused on strengthening cloud security posture and optimising AWS infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-impact security transformation initiative.

Your new role

As an AWS Cloud Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the organisation’s cyber remediation efforts. You will be responsible for identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving cloud-related vulnerabilities and infrastructure issues across AWS environments.
You will work hands-on across AWS services to ensure environments are secure, compliant, and optimised, taking ownership of remediation activities end-to-end.
Key Responsibilities
  • Analyse, troubleshoot, and remediate AWS infrastructure issues across services such as EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, RDS, and more
  • Identify and address misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, and operational risks within cloud environments
  • Implement and enforce cloud security best practices and frameworks (CIS, AWS Well-Architected Framework, Zero Trust)
  • Take ownership of the remediation life cycle – from risk identification through to resolution
  • Support and enhance the organisation’s overall cloud security posture
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of remediation outcomes
  • Drive continuous improvement through a proactive and self-driven approach

What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven hands-on experience working within AWS cloud environments
  • Strong expertise in cloud infrastructure remediation and optimisation
  • Solid understanding of cloud security principles and frameworks
  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage and resolve complex issues
  • Experience supporting cybersecurity or remediation programmes
  • Strong problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills
  • Relevant certifications are highly regarded:
    • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
    • AWS Security Specialty
    • CISSP or equivalent

What you'll get in return

  • Opportunity to work on a large-scale cyber remediation program
  • Exposure to complex AWS environments and modern security practices
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangement
  • Competitive daily rates and long-term contract potential

What you need to do now

Share your CV at sourabh.kumar@hays.com.au

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Education & Training
Location
WA - Perth
Specialism
Cloud
Ref:
2998682
Closing date
30 Jun 2026

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Sourabh Kumar, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Adelaide
Level 17, 11-19 Grenfell St

Telephone: +61 2 8226 9816

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