Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers are systems and network engineers who specialise in multi-cloud technologies. They assist organisations (or clients) migrate to cloud-based networks — designing multi-cloud configurations, then deploying and managing the cloud environment.

As a Cloud Engineer you’ll need an extensive working knowledge of private, public, and hybrid cloud infrastructures, plus experience working with the major service providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). You may also need to attend client meetings and lead ICT project teams.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $130,000
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a cloud engineer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

AWS Cloud Computing Professional

Online
6 months
$6,299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Software Architect Cloud Engineer

Azure Cloud Computing Professional

Online
6 months
$6,299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Software Architect Cloud Engineer
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking and Cloud Engineering)

Blended
24 months
$17,820
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
ICT50220

Diploma of Information Technology (Cloud Engineering and Telecommunications Network Engineering)

On Campus
12 months
$11,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Cloud Engineer Network Architect
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