A cloud analyst is responsible for optimizing and managing an organization's cloud infrastructure. They assess the performance, security, and cost-effectiveness of cloud services, ensuring efficient utilization. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, they design and implement cloud solutions, address scalability issues, and automate processes using scripting and programming languages. Monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, and staying updated on emerging cloud technologies are integral parts of their role. Cloud analysts play a vital role in enhancing agility, reliability, and overall functionality of cloud-based systems within an organization. If you have a keen interest in pursuing a career in cloud computing, take a look at this video showcasing Nagaraju 's success story. He got an internal transition from a System Admin to a Cloud Analyst just after completing Intellipaat's Advanced Certification in DevOps and Cloud Computing.