Cloud Systems Administrator Jobs

Discover Cloud Systems Administrator opportunities with organizations that rely on secure, reliable cloud infrastructure. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on managing cloud platforms, maintaining systems, and supporting business-critical services.

What Cloud Systems Administrators Do

Cloud Systems Administrators configure, monitor, and maintain cloud environments and the systems that run on them. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include administering AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform; managing identity and access; monitoring performance and availability; automating routine tasks; and troubleshooting infrastructure issues.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with cloud platforms, Linux or Windows administration, networking, scripting, security practices, and infrastructure-as-code or configuration-management tools. Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery, observability, and cost management can also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer and seniority, and relevant certifications may strengthen an application.

Career Opportunities

Cloud Systems Administrators work across industries, supporting cloud migrations, hybrid environments, and ongoing platform operations. With experience, professionals may advance into cloud engineering, site reliability engineering, systems architecture, or infrastructure leadership. Explore current listings to compare responsibilities, technologies, and compensation.

Find Cloud Systems Administrator Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Cloud Systems Administrator openings paying $100,000 or more. Review job requirements and apply to roles that align with your cloud expertise and career goals.

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$147K - $211K *

Optimize and engineer enterprise digital workspace solutions for transformative end-user experiences across cloud and hybrid environments, utilizing advanced technologies to enhance productivity and o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team as a Salesforce Administrator, enhancing user experience, managing data quality, and configuring Salesforce solutions to streamline processes across departments while facilitating...

Denver, CORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $170K *

Elevate enterprise service reliability by leading Major Incident Management and supporting operational excellence across monitoring and incident response functions in a dynamic, 24x7 environment...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in architecting and building data solutions, managing ingestion, transformation, and reporting tools to elevate client analytical capabilities and ensure robust governance and access c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $205K *

Lead the charge in delivering client-focused mainframe solutions. Oversee diverse projects, manage teams, and leverage strategic insights to enhance hardware and software lifecycle management while fo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in advanced engineering of the ServiceNow platform, driving stability and scalability. Collaborate with teams to implement upgrades and integrations, utilizing modern practices to enhance servi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$217K - $298K *

Lead the charge in shaping Root's platform and AI engineering strategy, overseeing critical infrastructure and driving operational excellence across teams to deliver intelligent products at scale...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions by designing autonomous agents that enhance manufacturing workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data pipelines and drive impactful results in a...

Idaho Falls, IDRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving program delivery and portfolio management for a dynamic Security team, ensuring effective execution of enterprise initiatives while fostering cross-functional collaboration...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $145K *

Lead the development and enhancement of modern web applications using Java, Spring, and Angular. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver reliable solutions while men...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing complex underground storage tank projects, coordinating with diverse stakeholders to ensure compliance, safety, and timely completion across multiple sites while overseeing...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $215K *

Engage with clients to drive Red Hat OpenShift infrastructure projects, leveraging your technical expertise to deliver solutions that address business challenges and promote technology adoption across...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $100K *

Empower program success by managing daily operations and documentation for a key transformation initiative, coordinating across teams, maintaining accurate records, and supporting financial and admini...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$161K - $218K *

Drive the successful migration from Microsoft Azure to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, overseeing planning, execution, and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to minimize disruption and m...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform our cloud-native database platform by architecting scalable, distributed systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure management and improve data metrics, ensur...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower security innovation by designing robust cloud and infrastructure solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance security posture, ensuring safe multi-cloud operations and compliance while driv...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $238K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and integration of cutting-edge electrical systems for data centers. Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high-performance solutions in power distributi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $190K *

Innovate solutions by leading the strategy and implementation of AI and automation in critical facilities operations, translating operational challenges into digital advancements to enhance safety, ef...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of data center commissioning by leading controls installation verification, driving automation, and ensuring quality across multiple projects while coordinating with teams to meet...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $187K *

Lead a team in designing and managing virtualization and cloud solutions, ensuring security and efficiency while driving innovation and customer satisfaction across digital workspace platforms...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic engineering team dedicated to building scalable and reliable infrastructure, optimizing system performance, and fostering continuous improvement in a collabo...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Innovate and enhance software solutions in a dynamic SaaS environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain high-quality applications while driving continuous impro...

Puerto Rico, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Launch a secure authentication layer for AI-to-enterprise connections, driving system-wide identity standardization. Collaborate with clients to meet complex security needs, ensuring seamless integrat...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of technical support by resolving complex issues, collaborating with teams, and training staff to enhance customer experiences and optimize services in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive cybersecurity solutions. Collaborate with sales, educate customers, and drive meetings to address security challenges while showcasing innovativ...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Cloud Systems Administrator do?question toggle

    A Cloud Systems Administrator maintains and supports cloud infrastructure, including configuring services, managing access, monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and helping protect system availability and security.

  • Which cloud platforms do Cloud Systems Administrators use?question toggle

    Common platforms include Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The tools and platforms required depend on each employer’s environment.

  • What skills are important for Cloud Systems Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Employers often value cloud platform experience, Linux or Windows administration, networking, scripting, security fundamentals, monitoring, and automation skills. Infrastructure-as-code experience and relevant certifications may also be useful.

  • How much do Cloud Systems Administrator jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation for a specific Cloud Systems Administrator role varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities.

  • What careers can follow a Cloud Systems Administrator role?question toggle

    With additional experience, Cloud Systems Administrators may move into cloud engineering, site reliability engineering, cloud architecture, infrastructure management, or other senior technology roles.