AWS Cloud migration specialist

Summary: The AWS Cloud Migration Specialist role involves conducting comprehensive assessments of on-premises infrastructure and defining migration roadmaps using AWS tools. The specialist will execute the migration of applications and data to AWS Cloud while ensuring security compliance and optimising performance post-migration. Collaboration with architects and IT teams is essential to ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption. Documentation and governance of the migration processes are also key responsibilities of this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct deep assessments of on-prem infrastructure using AWS tools like Migration Evaluator and Application Discovery Service.
• Define migration roadmaps aligned with AWS Migration Acceleration Program (MAP).
• Plan and execute migration of applications, data, and infrastructure to AWS Cloud.
• Collaborate with architects and client IT teams to ensure minimal disruption.
• Remediate vulnerabilities, support IAM policies, encryption, and key management.
• Ensure compliance with AWS and organisational security standards.
• Monitor performance post-migration using CloudWatch, Datadog.
• Recommend right-sizing and modernisation opportunities.
• Maintain detailed documentation of migration processes and configurations.
• Support TCO analysis and business case development.

Key Skills:

• 15+ years of experience in cloud migration and infrastructure assessment.
• Proficiency in AWS tools such as Migration Evaluator and Application Discovery Service.
• Strong understanding of AWS security standards and compliance.
• Experience with performance monitoring tools like CloudWatch and Datadog.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with IT teams and architects.
• Excellent documentation and governance skills.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT