Top Cloud Consulting Services in the United States
From Silicon Valley and Seattle to Austin, Boston, and Northern Virginia, the United States is home to leading cloud talent and enterprise innovation. On Clutch, you can evaluate verified providers for cloud strategy consulting, cloud migration consulting, cloud infrastructure consulting, cloud security consulting, and cloud cost optimization services.
Each profile features in-depth client reviews, case studies, and certifications to help you assess platform expertise (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud), approach, and outcomes. Use filters to narrow by budget, industry, location, company size, and tech stack so you can quickly shortlist firms with relevant U.S. market experience, including regulated sectors and Fortune 500 environments. Explore the full U.S. directory or broaden your search globally:
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See all 89 projectsSimform is a cloud consulting and software development firm offering a range of services, including cloud infrastructure solutions, cloud integration, and DevOps. The reviews reflect a 100% positive sentiment, emphasizing their technical expertise, professionalism, and project management skills. Additionally, 80% of reviewers highlighted their effective communication and adaptability in addressing project needs.
$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 62 projectsQubika is a Cloud Consulting firm specializing in Cloud Solutions and Cloud Integration. Reviews highlight their exceptional design, attention to detail, and effective communication. Clients report a 100% positive experience, with impressive outcomes, such as improved communication and error reduction. Notably, 100% of reviewers praise their project management and customer satisfaction focus.
$25,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 15 projectsAdastra is a prominent company specializing in Cloud Consulting and Cloud Integration services. With a focus on data accuracy, process automation, and GenAI technology, they deliver scalable cloud solutions, achieving a 70-95% improvement in operational efficiency and data quality. Their clients consistently highlight Adastra’s innovative, business-driven solutions and effective project management, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing their expertise in cloud strategy services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Edison, NJ
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Nalashaa Solutions is a big data company based in Edison, New Jersey and Bengaluru, India. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Minneapolis, MN
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See all 7 projectsTarmac.IO is a Cloud Consulting company providing Cloud Integration, Cloud Migration Consulting, and Cloud Infrastructure Solutions. Reviews highlight their consistent performance, technical proficiency, and cultural fit, with 100% of feedback positive. Clients appreciate their effective communication and team integration, though some suggest more client education on emerging trends.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Based in Mississauga, Canada and New York, New York, Modax ERP is a small cloud consulting & SI company. Their services include cloud consulting & SI and ERP consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boulder, CO
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Small big data analytics company Integrationworx, is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado and Winnipeg, Canada. The team offers BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Fremont, CA
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PETADATA is a software development company. They are in Fremont, California and Hyderabad, India and have midsize team. They offer Custom Software Development and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Cary, NC
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Infomerica, Inc is a Digital Strategy company. The team provides Digital Strategy and cloud consulting & SI, and the company is based in Hyderabad, India and Cary, North Carolina.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chelmsford, MA
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Small software development firm SVH Software , is based in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. Their services include Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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V3Main Technologies, an IT managed services company, provides IT managed services and Custom Software Development. The company is located in Houston, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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AR/VR development company Fanisko is in Chicago, Illinois. They provide AR/VR development and Blockchain.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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In Chicago, Illinois, Vivid Technologies, Inc. Is a custom software development firm. They focus on Custom Software Development and Staffing and were founded in 1994.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fairborn, OH
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Hellebore, a custom software development firm, was founded in 2018. The team provides Custom Software Development and AR/VR development and is located in Fairborn, Ohio.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Roswell, GA
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Marvel Logics is a website development company. They offer Web Development and Mobile App Development and are headquartered in Roswell, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fort Worth, TX
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Data Cubicals is a big data analytics company. The team is based in Fort Worth, Texas, and their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
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IT strategy consulting company Run2biz offers IT strategy consulting and cloud consulting & SI. They were established in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Laguna Beach, CA
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DevBird is a small Laguna Beach, California-based graphic design company. Their services include Graphic Design and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49St. Petersburg, FL
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RADACAD, a data analytics company, specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and Custom Software Development. The agency is based in St. Petersburg, Florida.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 5 projectsTWG is a versatile software development and design company specializing in creating sophisticated user interfaces, custom mobile applications, and digital transformation solutions. Their reviews highlight a strong emphasis on high-quality product management and seamless project execution, with approximately 80% of feedback praising their innovative approach, effective communication, and ability to meet timelines. Clients consistently commend TWG's ability to integrate advanced technologies and maintain a collaborative and transparent culture.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999San Mateo, CA
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Stratogent is a midsize San Mateo, California-based cloud consulting & SI company. Their services include cloud consulting & SI and Cybersecurity.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Sofomo is a business intelligence company. They are in Wrocław, Poland and San Francisco, California. Their team provides BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerHouston, TX
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Testamplify, LLC, an Application Testing company, was launched in 2021. The agency specializes in Application Testing and cloud consulting & SI, and is small.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Atlanta, GA
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See all 7 projectsXebia is a comprehensive technology services company specializing in software development, cloud-native solutions, and digital transformations. Their clients commend them for their quality deliverables, professionalism, and seamless integration into client projects. Approximately 90% of reviews highlight their strong teamwork and expertise, though some suggest improvements in strategic problem framing. Overall, Xebia is highly recommended for its collaborative approach and technical acumen.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Boston, MA
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Big data analytics company DCA - Database Consultants Australia focuses on BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI. They were founded in 1993.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Corona, CA
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Netsity is a business intelligence company located in Corona, California and Ghaziabad, India. They specialize in BI & big data consulting & SI and Artificial Intelligence.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Bolingbrook, IL
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CES Limited is a Bolingbrook, Illinois-based cloud consulting & SI company. The team offers cloud consulting & SI and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sheridan, WY
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Softedge Infotech Pvt. Ltd. Is a custom software development firm. In Ahmedabad, India and Sheridan, Wyoming, the team focuses on Custom Software Development and IT staff augmentation.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Rochester, NY
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MustBeOnline.net is a SEO company. They are located in Rochester, New York and have small team. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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TripleROI is a Boston, Massachusetts-based software development company. They provide Custom Software Development and Web Development and were launched in 2014.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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Inverselogix is an IT managed services company. Founded in 2012, their team specializes in IT managed services and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greenwood Village, CO
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RockCyber, LLC., a Cybersecurity company, was founded in 2018. The team provides Cybersecurity and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakewood, CA
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Branding agency Senarysoft was established in 2012. The company specializes in Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oakland, CA
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Located in Oakland, California, Palo Colorado Software, LLC is a small custom software development company. Their services include Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pasadena, CA
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Trinus Corporation is an IT managed services company. They are in Pasadena, California and have small team. Their team offers IT managed services and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Portland, ME
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Top Shelf IT Solutions, Inc. Is a branding agency. The company is located in South Portland, Maine. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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AI company A42 Labs was established in 2019. The team provides Artificial Intelligence and AI Consulting and is based in Atlanta, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Founded in 1983, DCMSoft LLC, a small web design agency, is in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Web Design and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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KaizenTek , a custom software development company, is in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Launched in 2015, the team offers Custom Software Development and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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Based in Orlando, Florida, Dark Matter LLC is a small custom software development firm. Their services include Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Founded in 2007, JBox Software is a small software development firm. Their team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Buford, GA
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ITneer is a software development firm located in Buford, Georgia. They provide Custom Software Development and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Petersburg, FL
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IMRS, LLC is a small St. Petersburg, Florida-based custom software development firm. Their services include Custom Software Development and DevOps Managed Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Coral Gables, FL
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Cybersec Technology Management , a Cybersecurity company, was launched in 2022. They provides Cybersecurity and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pinellas Park, FL
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Launched in 2017, N2O Software is a software development firm. Their team offers Custom Software Development and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hollywood, FL
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Data108, a software development firm, offers Custom Software Development and API Development. The firm is located in Hollywood, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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Launched in 2021, Oasis Intelligence LLC, a small website development firm, is in Orlando, Florida. Their team specializes in Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boulder, CO
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Cur1yJ, a software development company, was launched in 2011. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakewood, CO
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Oakline Solutions is an API Development company. The team is located in Lakewood, Colorado, and their services include API Development and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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ViewThis Technologies is a website development firm founded in 2013. The team offers Web Development and Mobile App Development and is in Atlanta, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Snellville, GA
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Code Panacea is a small SEO services firm based in Snellville, Georgia. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and API Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lewes, DE
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Launched in 2023, Tipz AI is a Generative AI company. The team offers Generative AI and API Development and is based in Lewes, Delaware.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cheyenne, WY
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FUELEDby.NET is a small Digital Strategy company. Launched in 2018, the team specializes in Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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List of the Top 15 United States Cloud Consulting Companies
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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37.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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31.3/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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31.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Oak Brook, IL
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30.2/40.015/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Miami, FL
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29.8/40.015/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Tampa, FL
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32/40.019.2/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Woburn, MA
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27.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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27.7/40.015/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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30.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Rockville, MD
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32.9/40.018/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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33.9/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hallandale Beach, FL
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30.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Dallas, TX
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33.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Oxon Hill, MD
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31.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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30.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Bellevue, WA
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31.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Marcos, CA
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26.3/40.018.6/20 Reviews3.5/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Suwanee, GA
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34.6/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Overland Park, KS
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34.1/40.019.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Eden Prairie, MN
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34/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Baltimore, MD
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31.9/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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29.8/40.014.2/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Webster Groves, MO
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34.1/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Alpharetta, GA
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31.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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33.7/40.019.6/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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30.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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27.1/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Alpharetta, GA
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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33.4/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Claymont, DE
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33.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Cloud Consulting & SI90% Other
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U.S. Cloud Consulting FAQs
U.S.-based cloud consulting firms bring proximity to major cloud ecosystems, deeper familiarity with North American compliance standards, and access to talent concentrated around hubs like Silicon Valley, Seattle, Austin, and the DC metro.
If you operate in regulated industries or work with U.S.-based stakeholders, a local partner can streamline security reviews, align with time zones, and collaborate on-site when needed. Many U.S. teams also maintain direct relationships with hyperscalers and ISVs, accelerating solution design and support escalations.
Pricing varies based on factors like scope, platform, and market. On Clutch, the usual rates charged by U.S.-based cloud consultancies range:
- Discovery and cloud strategy consulting: $10,000 – $60,000
- Cloud migration consulting: $50,000 – $250,000+
- Cloud infrastructure consulting and build-outs: $40,000 – $300,000+
- Cloud security consulting and compliance readiness: $15,000 – $150,000+
- Cloud cost optimization services: $5,000 – $30,000+
Moreover, hourly rates generally range from $125 – $300+ for senior U.S.-based consultants, with top-tier markets (San Francisco, New York) at the higher end and blended models (onshore + nearshore) lowering effective rates.
U.S.-based cloud consulting firms support a broad spectrum of markets, reflecting the dynamic business landscape of the country. It’s common to find agencies dedicated to:
- SaaS and enterprise software (multi-tenant architectures, SOC 2 readiness)
- Financial services and fintech (PCI, zero trust, data governance)
- Healthcare and life sciences (HIPAA, HITRUST, research data pipelines)
- Media and entertainment (streaming, CDN, real-time analytics)
- Retail and ecommerce (scalable storefronts, personalization, headless commerce)
- Manufacturing and logistics (IoT, data lakes, digital twins)
- Public sector and education (FedRAMP-aligned architectures, secure collaboration)
Start by carefully outlining your project’s desired outcomes and objectives. Then, go to Clutch to evaluate:
- Platform depth — Proven AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud case studies in your domain
- Certifications — AWS/GCP/Azure pro-level certs; security certs like CISSP, CISM; CNCF for Kubernetes
- Reference architectures — Clear diagrams, landing zones, and environment standards
- Delivery approach — IaC-first, CI/CD, SRE/DevOps maturity
- Security-by-design — Identity, encryption, network segmentation, logging, incident response
- Cost governance — FinOps practices, showback/chargeback, rightsizing, and savings plans
- Operating model — Onshore vs. blended teams, time zone coverage, SLAs
- Proof of value — A pilot, assessment, or POC that validates assumptions before full rollout
- Vague discovery with no measurable success criteria or TCO model
- No infrastructure-as-code, runbooks, or documentation handoff
- Dismisses security, compliance, or backup/DR as “Phase 2”
- Pushes single-cloud lock-in without business justification
- Can’t articulate ongoing FinOps or cost controls
- Overpromises “lift-and-shift in weeks” for complex estates
- Lacks observability plans (metrics, logs, traces) and SRE practices
- Limited references or generic case studies with no quantifiable impact
The key to ensuring smooth collaboration and workflow is matching with a team that’s clear of these red flags. Make sure to spot, address, and avoid these warning signs as soon as possible.