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Cloud Security Engineer I (Microsoft M365 / Azure) at Remote
Posted 4 days ago by Gemini Consulting Services
Position SummaryThe Cloud Security Engineer I (M365 / Azure) supports the implementation, administration, integration, a...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
Sr Cloud Engineer (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform, SAP Basis/ HANA/ Native, Dev...
Posted 4 days ago by K Anand Corporation
Role PurposeOwns and builds infrastructure automation from the ground up, writing clean, production-grade code to automa...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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AWS Cloud Security Engineer
Posted 4 days ago by Sanderson Government and Defence
The RoleAs an AWS Cloud Security Engineer, you will play a key role in securing cloud infrastructure, applications, iden...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London; City of London; East London; Central London; South East London; West London; Canary Wharf; South West London; North London; Greenwich; Stratford
Cloud Security Consultant / Senior Consultant With Cloudstike Falcon Cloud Secur...
Posted 1 week ago by ChaTeck Incorporated
DescriptionSeeking Senior Consultant or Consultant with 3+ years of configuring CrowdStrike Falcon Cloud Security and it...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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Cloud Security DevSecops Engineer (Cyber Security, Cloud Security ,GRC. DevSecOp...
Posted 1 week ago by K Anand Corporation
Position : Cloud Security DevSecops Engineer (Cyber Security, Cloud Security ,GRC. DevSecOps , FDERAMP, ISO 27001) : Onl...
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- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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Security Architect (Saviynt, Delinea, Google Cloud Platform)
Posted 1 week ago by e-IT Professionals Corp.
Role PurposeOwn the end-to-end solution architecture and technical design for a Google Cloud Platform identity governanc...
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- Work type Remote
- Location Remote
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Posted 1 week ago by SAI Systems Intl., Inc.
Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Authorization Integration Engineer to support the integration, testing, and val...
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- Category Outside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Remote or Hybrid in Dallas, Texas
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About Our Cloud Security Contract Roles in Sheffield
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 Sheffield?
Advanced manufacturing and engineering research, linked to the University of Sheffield and surrounding firms, give the city a specialist contractor niche that sets it apart from its Yorkshire neighbour Leeds. Engineering, materials science, and technical project management roles generated by this cluster are difficult to replicate elsewhere in the north of England. NHS trusts serving South Yorkshire are substantial employers across clinical systems, operational improvement, and IT. A smaller but visible digital and technology community around the city centre is adding development, data, and design work year on year. Many contractors operate across both Sheffield and Leeds, treating the two as a single market. For those with engineering or manufacturing backgrounds, Sheffield offers a concentration of relevant opportunity that larger cities often lack.
How much do cloud security contractors usually earn in Sheffield?
Contract rates for cloud security roles in Sheffield 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 Sheffield are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 150 cloud security contract roles across the site, with Sheffield showing regular listings. Data reviewed up to September 2026.