Cloud Architect Jobs in Ohio

Cloud Architect jobs in Ohio are in strong demand, with hiring concentrated in financial services, healthcare IT, manufacturing technology, and government contracting at levels from early-career cloud engineers through principal and enterprise architects. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati lead hiring activity, anchored by employers like Nationwide, Progressive, and Deloitte, all of which have substantial Ohio operations and recurring cloud architecture needs. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio listings are multi-cloud infrastructure design, AWS and Azure solutions architecture, and cloud security governance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerBooz Allen Hamilton
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring6
Work type43% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree in statistics

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CapTech Consulting
.NET Cloud Architect
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.NET Cloud Architect
CapTech Consulting
Columbus, Ohio
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Support
Sales
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in information technology
1,001-5,000

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Blue Star Partners LLC
Senior SAP Service Cloud Solutions Architect (Contract to Hire)
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Blue Star Partners LLC
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Senior SAP Service Cloud Solutions Architect (Contract to Hire)
Blue Star Partners LLC
Columbus, Ohio
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Product & Program Management
$78 - $88/hr
TOGAF Certification

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Booz Allen Hamilton
Cloud Application Architect
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Cloud Application Architect
Booz Allen Hamilton
Dayton, Ohio
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
$87k - $198k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in statistics
10,000+

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Apogee Engineering, LLC
Cloud Data Storage Architect
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Cloud Data Storage Architect
Apogee Engineering, LLC
Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Software Engineering
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Cloud Architect Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
3 jobs
Dayton
2 jobs
Cincinnati
2 jobs
Beavercreek
2 jobs
Wright-Patterson AFB
2 jobs
Akron
1 job

Cloud Architect Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen Hamilton2 open roles
Credence
Credence1 open role
Accenture
Accenture1 open role

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in cloud architect jobs across Ohio.

  • AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud professional certification recognized by Ohio employers
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
  • Five or more years of hands-on infrastructure or cloud engineering experience
  • Proven experience designing and deploying enterprise-scale cloud architectures
  • Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation
  • Strong background in cloud security frameworks, compliance, and identity management

Cloud Architect Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a cloud architect in Ohio?

Cloud architecture has no state-issued license in Ohio, so the path runs through education and vendor certifications. Most Ohio employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or engineering, followed by hands-on cloud engineering experience. Earning a professional-level certification from AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud carries the most weight in Ohio hiring. Starting in a cloud engineer or DevOps role at one of Ohio's large financial, healthcare, or insurance employers is the most common route to an architect title.

How much do cloud architects make in Ohio?

Cloud architects in Ohio earn a median of about $131,070 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $84,340 for the lowest 10% to over $180,640 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire cloud architects in Ohio?

Employers hiring cloud architects in Ohio right now include Booz Allen Hamilton, Credence, and Accenture, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's strong base of insurance headquarters, regional banks, and health systems means recurring demand beyond typical tech-sector hiring cycles.

Which Ohio cities have the most cloud architect jobs?

Columbus, Dayton, and Cincinnati account for the largest share of cloud architect openings in Ohio. Columbus drives volume through its concentration of insurance and financial services headquarters along with a growing technology sector, while Cleveland and Cincinnati contribute through large health systems, regional banks, and professional services firms that have built out significant cloud teams.

Are there remote cloud architect jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 57% of cloud architect openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based and platform-centric nature of the role. Architecture, design review, and governance work translates well to remote settings, while hands-on data center migration projects or client-site engagements are more likely to require in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a cloud architect in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a cloud engineer or junior infrastructure role first, then moving into architecture responsibilities over two to three years. Ohio's large insurers and health systems, including those based in Columbus and Cleveland, regularly hire associate cloud engineers and IT analysts as entry points. Earning an AWS Cloud Practitioner or Azure Fundamentals certification before applying signals readiness. Building a portfolio of hands-on projects using free cloud tiers and contributing to infrastructure-as-code repositories also strengthens applications at Ohio employers who weight demonstrated skill alongside credentials.

Where can I find and apply to cloud architect jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to cloud architect jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across the state's major hiring markets. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly.

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