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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$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in systems engineering and cybersecurity. Lead complex technical programs, manage Agile processes, and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance defense initiativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by designing and testing software systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to prioritize requirements and resolve technical issues, while maintaining comprehensive documenta...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping complex technical solutions by developing operational requirements, translating needs into actionable plans, and coordinating across teams to ensure alignment with mission o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by troubleshooting complex server environments and business applications. Collaborate with clients and vendors to resolve incidents swiftly, ensuring optimal performance of network...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $290K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of complex systems. Your expertise will drive the design, development, and integration of high-quality hardware/software systems, ensuring performance, reliabilit...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engineer cutting-edge systems through all phases from inception to deployment. Collaborate within a mission-focused team, driving user interaction and ensuring seamless integration of hardware and sof...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $127K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing Tier II technical support for global ISR systems. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction while mai...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $133K *

Lead the charge in managing and optimizing enterprise virtualized infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$131K - $290K *

Transform mission-critical classified systems by leading administration and engineering efforts. Collaborate across teams to ensure optimal performance, security, and compliance in a dynamic environme...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $194K *

Lead systems engineering efforts by developing, tracking, and verifying requirements for advanced RF systems. Collaborate across teams to integrate systems onto air mobility platforms, ensuring compli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical resource, enhancing enterprise applications and infrastructure services. Drive operational excellence, support cross-functional initiatives, and ensure reliable, sec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$161K - $299K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee system integration for satellite communications, driving technical product development and ensuring seamless collaboration across engineering disciplines to enhance subs...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $299K *

Lead system integration efforts for satellite communications, driving design evolution and ensuring robust interface definitions. Collaborate across teams to mitigate risks and enhance subsystem capab...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $299K *

Drive system integration for satellite communications, leading technical development and analysis. Collaborate across teams to enhance designs, manage baselines, and ensure compliance while mitigating...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $234K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative systems architecture for government projects, utilizing Model-Based Systems Engineering practices. Collaborate with diverse teams to gather requirements, creat...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Lead critical Systems Engineering initiatives by collaborating with stakeholders, managing requirements, and supporting integration efforts in a dynamic environment. Drive project success through effe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $106K *

Drive mission-critical systems engineering efforts, collaborating across teams to design, implement, and maintain cross-domain technologies while ensuring compliance and security in a dynamic environm...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Lead the design and maintenance of complex network systems, ensuring optimal performance and seamless operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions and provide technical s...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$171K - $223K *

Drive mission success by troubleshooting Linux systems, automating processes, and providing hands-on engineering support. Collaborate with teams to ensure secure and efficient operations in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$113K - $156K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead advanced systems engineering tasks, including requirements engineering, integration, and risk management. Mentor junior engineers while driving project...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $142K *

Join our Systems Engineering team to drive digital transformation through model-based systems engineering. Collaborate across domains to develop complex system models, ensuring efficiency and interope...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $178K *

Empower innovation by leading systems engineering efforts, ensuring seamless integration and validation of complex systems while managing technical, schedule, and cost constraints across all project p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $158K *

Shape and optimize diagnostics software for avionics systems, ensuring robust development and testing across multiple aircraft configurations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet st...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming customer requirements into comprehensive systems solutions, ensuring effective integration and validation across all product levels while managing technica...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $158K *

Transform the future of avionics systems by developing and optimizing diagnostics software for the MH-60R/S platform. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust system integration, testing, and documen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.