Cloud Operations Manager Jobs

Explore Cloud Operations Manager opportunities with organizations that rely on secure, reliable, and efficient cloud environments. These leaders oversee cloud infrastructure and day-to-day operations, guide technical teams, and help businesses scale services while managing performance, risk, and cost. Browse vetted professional openings on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Cloud Operations Manager Do?

Cloud Operations Managers lead the teams and processes responsible for running cloud platforms and services. Responsibilities may include overseeing cloud infrastructure, availability, incident response, capacity planning, configuration management, and service-level objectives. They often collaborate with engineering, security, finance, and business leaders to align cloud operations with organizational goals.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for experience with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud, alongside knowledge of networking, Linux, automation, monitoring, and infrastructure as code. Leadership, clear communication, vendor management, and the ability to prioritize reliability, security, and cost efficiency are also valuable. Specific requirements vary by employer and role.

Career Opportunities in Cloud Operations

Cloud Operations Managers work across industries, from technology and financial services to healthcare and retail. Depending on an organization’s structure, related titles may include Cloud Infrastructure Manager, Cloud Platform Operations Manager, IT Operations Manager, or Site Reliability Engineering Manager. These roles can offer opportunities to shape cloud strategy and advance into senior technology leadership.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities and identify roles that match your experience and career goals. Review each listing for details about responsibilities, required qualifications, location, and compensation, and discover Cloud Operations Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more.

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$80K - $95K *

Join our team to design and implement innovative military simulation systems, leveraging your engineering expertise while collaborating with diverse stakeholders in a dynamic, hybrid environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$57K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing systems engineering across all phases, from concept to disposal. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution while working...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $234K *

Join our dynamic Integrated Intelligence team to develop and implement acquisition strategies that enhance national security through cutting-edge technologies and collaboration with government partner...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $144K *

Help us integrate and evolve ground systems for national security space missions. Collaborate across teams to drive software evolution, manage technical baselines, and ensure successful mission onboar...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of aerospace systems by leading multidisciplinary teams in the design, integration, and certification of specialized aircraft systems for defense and government clients, ensuring miss...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $203K *

Shape the future of defense technology as a Systems Engineer in a dynamic team, driving technical planning, system integration, and verification in a fast-paced R&D environment while collaborating wit...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $178K *

Join the mission to enhance inventory management of classified Nuclear Weapons Related Materiel for the US Navy's Fleet Ballistic Missile Program, ensuring compliance and accuracy while collaborating...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $90K *

Drive innovation in natural gas transportation by designing and supporting distribution and transmission projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while contributin...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $158K *

Elevate your career by performing critical system analyses and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless deployment and operational support of IT systems, enhancing infr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $131K *

Drive innovation in systems engineering for missile defense, focusing on obsolescence management and lifecycle sustainment. Collaborate across teams to ensure mission success and enhance integrated ai...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage and optimize patch management across diverse platforms. Play a key role in ensuring compliance and security while fostering collaboration to enhance vulnerability man...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of defense systems by designing, integrating, and analyzing the U.S. Navy's Aegis Weapons System. Leverage your expertise in systems engineering to enhance missio...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$137K - $168K *

Join a team that's dedicated to applying systems engineering principles across all life cycle phases. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technical integrity and quality in critical documentation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$137K - $168K *

Drive systems engineering excellence by generating critical documentation, ensuring technical integrity, and collaborating with stakeholders throughout the systems life cycle. Engage with government a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $194K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of engineering and program management, ensuring technical issues are resolved and resources are effectively allocated. Collaborate with leaders to maintain prog...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $88K *

Help us drive innovation in systems engineering by providing hands-on support for complex integrated systems. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance performance and reliability in diverse environ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $135K *

Contribute to multidisciplinary systems engineering, driving technical scope to completion. Oversee integration and verification across various domains, ensuring quality and collaboration in deliverin...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower the future of space exploration by providing systems engineering and integration support for the Space Launch System Upper Stage, ensuring mission readiness and operational excellence through...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to support the design and integration of ground systems for aerospace missions. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in telemetry, tracking, and command systems, paving...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining test solutions in defense systems. Collaborate with cross-functional engineers to design, validate, and integrate advanced test architectures throughout the product lifec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $215K *

Help us shape the future by developing and managing system requirements and documentation for complex operations. This role involves technical leadership, integration, and collaboration with stakehold...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $215K *

Analyze user requirements and system architectures to develop specifications, guide design activities, and ensure technical integrity in system engineering. Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $223K *

Lead the charge in advanced systems engineering for cutting-edge defense projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, ensure system performance, and mentor engineers, driv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $223K *

Champion systems engineering initiatives to enhance advanced defense systems, ensuring alignment with program goals. Lead cross-functional teams in defining requirements and implementing innovative me...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower security excellence by building and maturing our security operations. Lead incident response, vulnerability management, and engineering initiatives while fostering a strong security culture ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cloud Operations Manager do?question toggle

    A Cloud Operations Manager oversees the teams, platforms, and processes that keep an organization’s cloud services reliable, secure, and efficient. The role may include infrastructure management, incident response, performance monitoring, capacity planning, and cost optimization.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Cloud Operations Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek cloud platform experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud; knowledge of networking, automation, monitoring, and infrastructure as code; and demonstrated team leadership. Some positions may also require a degree or relevant certifications.

  • How much do Cloud Operations Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for current salary information.

  • What job titles are related to Cloud Operations Manager?question toggle

    Related titles may include Cloud Infrastructure Manager, Cloud Platform Operations Manager, IT Operations Manager, Cloud Engineering Manager, and Site Reliability Engineering Manager. Titles and responsibilities differ by employer.

  • Where can I find Cloud Operations Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Cloud Operations Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for salary, qualifications, location, and role details.