Cloud Career Paths Nobody Talks About (But Might Be Perfect for You)

In Today’s Cloudbites:

🛠 Cloud Career Paths Nobody Talks About (But Might Be Perfect for You)

🤖 5 Free AWS Courses to Kickstart Your Cloud Learning

☁️ Online Cloud Events to Look Forward to

💡 PLUS: Free AI Voice Assistant That Helps You Get Things Done 

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Hi friends, welcome back to Cloudbites

In this newsletter, I’m sharing some cloud career paths that people usually don’t talk about.

Also sharing a new voice tool that helps you get work done using your voice.

CLOUD COMPUTING ☁️

🛠️ Cloud Career Paths Nobody Talks About (But Might Be Perfect for You)

What if the right cloud job for you isn’t the one everyone talks about?

Most people think of cloud careers as either DevOps or Solutions Architect.

But there’s a lot more to cloud than that. There are roles for people who enjoy teaching, writing, solving problems, or helping teams stay on budget.

These are the paths that don’t always show up on your LinkedIn feed, but they’re just as real and in demand.

Here are 5 of them.

#1 Cloud Technical Instructor

This role focuses on teaching others how to use cloud tools, through courses, videos, blogs, or live workshops.

Ideal for those who enjoy simplifying complex topics and helping learners build real confidence in the cloud.

#2 Cloud Support Engineer

This role involves troubleshooting cloud issues like server errors or networking misconfigurations.

A strong fit for those who enjoy hands-on problem-solving and learning through real-world challenges.

#3 Cloud FinOps Specialist

This role is about monitoring cloud spending, identifying waste, and helping teams stay on budget.

Well suited to those who enjoy analysis, optimization, and making smart cost decisions.

#4 Cloud Solutions Analyst

This role compares cloud services, evaluates performance, and recommends the best-fit solutions based on business goals.

A great match for those who enjoy research and translating technical options into clear decisions.

#5 Cloud Security Analyst

This role focuses on protecting cloud environments by spotting risks early and strengthening security posture.

Best for those who enjoy working at the intersection of technology, safety, and continuous improvement.

📝 Note: It’s okay to take a different route

Not every cloud job looks the same.

These roles let you use your cloud skills in different ways.

And they’re great options if the usual paths don’t feel like the right fit for you.

🎓 My Top Recommended Cloud Computing Careers for 2025

Thinking about a cloud career in 2025 but not sure where to start?

Check out my video on Top 5 Cloud Computing Careers for 2025 it covers beginner-friendly roles that are practical, in demand, and often overlooked.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to switch paths, this will help you find a role that fits your interests and strengths.

🤖 5 Free AWS Courses to Kickstart Your Cloud Learning

Want to start learning AWS without spending anything?

Here are 5 free, beginner-friendly AWS courses on Udemy that can help you build a strong foundation:

#1 Starting your Career with Amazon AWS

Covers cloud basics, key services, and how to begin your AWS journey.

➡ Start here

#2 Amazon Web Services (AWS) – Zero to Hero

A hands-on course to help you go from beginner to confident cloud user.

➡ Take the course

#3 AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate – Introduction

Great for anyone thinking about certifications. Focuses on key topics and exam prep.

➡ Watch now

#4 Serverless Computing in AWS

Learn about Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, and how to build apps without managing servers.

➡ Try it here

#5 AWS Developer Associate Training

Build and deploy applications using core AWS services. Ideal for developers.

➡ Join here

💡 Tip: Choose one, set a goal, and stay consistent. Free doesn’t mean low value, these can help you build a real foundation.

☁️ Online Cloud Events to Look Forward to

#1 Converge360 Cloud Security Summit (July 18, 2025)

A free half‑day virtual summit featuring industry leaders exploring current cloud security trends, emerging threats, and defense techniques.

Click here to register.

#2 Google Cloud Security Talks (June 2025)

A free virtual event where Google experts share cloud security best practices, new threat trends, and demos of Google Cloud’s security tools.

Click here to register.

#3 IEEE Cloud Summit 2025 (June 26–27, 2025)

An academic and industry event focused on cloud innovations, architectures, and practical deployments. Features technical sessions and papers.

Click here to register.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE 🤖

🤖 PLUS: Free AI Voice Assistant That Helps You Get Things Done

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You can ask it to plan your day, check tasks, find messages, or update your tools. It works with apps like Slack, Notion, Linear, Perplexity, and Google Calendar.

Unlike other voice tools, it does more than answer questions. It can take real actions based on what you say.

You can also choose from over 5000 voices or create one that sounds like you.

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