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Cloud Security & Governance Consulting (Only W2 - No Sponsorship)
Posted 2 days ago by Tekfortune Inc.
Cloud Security & Governance Consulting6-month contract to start, ideally C2HremoteProject ScopeLooking for someone w...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
Security Engineering SME (Google Cloud Platform Vulnerability & Compliance)
Posted 2 days ago by RapidIT, Inc
Role OverviewThe Lead Security Engineer is the primary technical lead responsible for the end-to-end engineering and aut...
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- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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Cloud & Application Security Engineer
Posted 2 days ago by RM IT Professional Resources AG
Cloud & Application Security Engineer Position bei unserem Kunden aus der Telco Branche nähe Ittigen zu besetzen.Ihr...
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- Work type Hybrid
- Location Ittigen, Switzerland
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About Our Cloud Security Contract Roles in Liverpool
What does a cloud security contractor do?
Cloud Security contractors are engaged to protect the infrastructure, data, and workloads that organisations run across public cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, and GCP. The work spans a wide range of activities: assessing the security posture of existing cloud environments, designing and implementing security architectures for new cloud deployments, configuring identity and access management controls, implementing threat detection and monitoring capabilities, remediating misconfigurations, and ensuring cloud environments meet regulatory and compliance requirements. Cloud Security contractors are brought in when organisations are migrating to the cloud and need security designed in from the outset, when a security assessment has identified material gaps, or when a dedicated security capability is needed within a platform team.
The core competencies for Cloud Security contracting include are platform-specific and deep. Strong working knowledge of the shared responsibility model and the native security tooling on the relevant platform is expected as a baseline: for AWS this includes AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, IAM, and AWS Config; for Azure it includes Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Entra ID, and Azure Policy. Experience with infrastructure-as-code security, including scanning Terraform or CloudFormation templates for misconfigurations using tools such as Checkov or tfsec, is increasingly expected. Familiarity with cloud security frameworks including CIS Benchmarks, the Cloud Security Alliance CCM, and regulatory requirements such as PCI DSS or ISO 27001 as they apply to cloud environments is widely valued. Certifications such as AWS Security Specialty, CCSP, or CISSP are well regarded and frequently listed as requirements at senior level.
What is the market like for cloud security contractors?
Cloud Security contracting is one of the fastest-growing segments within the broader cybersecurity contractor market. Demand is being driven by the pace of cloud adoption across UK organisations, combined with the increasingly sophisticated threat landscape targeting cloud-hosted workloads. Regulatory pressure from the FCA, the ICO, and sector-specific bodies is also compelling organisations to invest in cloud security capability they do not hold permanently. Supply of experienced Cloud Security contractors who combine deep platform knowledge with genuine security expertise remains limited relative to demand, supporting rate levels at the top of the cybersecurity contracting market.
What is the contracting market like in Liverpool?
Healthcare and public services form the backbone of Liverpool's contracting activity, with NHS trusts and local government bodies generating roles in programme delivery, clinical informatics, and IT operations. The Knowledge Quarter and waterfront regeneration have attracted technology, digital, and creative employers that are gradually expanding the types of opportunities available. Financial and professional services firms with Liverpool offices contribute across finance, compliance, and organisational change. The city sits close enough to Manchester that many contractors work across both depending on where engagements arise, effectively doubling the accessible market for those willing to travel. Liverpool's own volumes are smaller, but competition for roles is correspondingly lighter, and contractors with healthcare or public services experience find particularly strong alignment.
How much do cloud security contractors usually earn in Liverpool?
Contract rates for cloud security roles in Liverpool typically range from £540 to £900 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many cloud security vacancies in Liverpool are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 150 cloud security contract roles across the site, with Liverpool contributing to the total. Data reviewed up to September 2026.