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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$170K - $200K *

Pioneer the execution of large-scale datacenter projects, driving profitability and strategic growth. Lead a high-performing team while managing complex stakeholder relationships and ensuring operatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the management of Epic Certified Application Analysts, ensuring effective design, build, and support of the Epic system. Lead teams in optimizing workflows and resolving issues while maintaini...

Bozeman, MTRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of identity security by developing impactful enablement programs for pre-sales teams. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance skills and drive busine...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $189K *

Transform your career by leading product development for FedRAMP Moderate applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive compliance, optimize the roadmap, and enhance customer value in...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Engage as a key Oracle Application DBA supporting a high-profile multi-agency program. Leverage your experience in Oracle E-Business Suite management to ensure optimal performance and uptime, while en...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Develop and maintain core financial platforms, ensuring reliability and data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable solutions and enhance platform performance in a re...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge enterprise data architectures that enable scalable, secure, and AI-ready solutions, while collaborating with technical teams to deliver impactful client engag...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion strategic alliances by managing the AWS partnership to drive revenue growth, enhance collaboration, and implement innovative solutions across teams, ensuring success and market expansion for...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $158K *

Champion the Alteryx platform by ensuring secure, efficient operations and integration across enterprise analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and a...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $185K *

Empower engineering teams by designing and implementing security controls that enhance system integrity and reduce risk. Collaborate cross-functionally to create secure-by-default solutions, enabling...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $350K *

Transform complex AI research into scalable, reliable systems. Collaborate across teams to architect and enhance backend services, ensuring robust infrastructure for model training and data collection...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform endpoint management by designing and deploying solutions across a vast device estate. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security, compliance, and reliability while leveraging...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by designing and delivering innovative video solutions across diverse sectors. Collaborate with teams to create scalable architectures that enhance broadcast, streaming, and cloud...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Microsoft-based systems, providing advanced technical support, and enhancing IT infrastructure. Collaborate with experts to resolve complex issues and drive...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $325K *

Drive transformative initiatives in cloud infrastructure engineering, ensuring high availability and performance across global networking, HPC systems, and distributed storage, while mentoring teams t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion customer success by designing and optimizing scalable programs that enhance adoption of identity security solutions, ensuring impactful training and resources for customer-facing teams...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $205K *

Advance your career by leading technical sales for federal agencies. Utilize Cloudera technologies to create impactful data solutions, nurture customer relationships, and drive innovation in the publi...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the design and development of robust security architecture for cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. Partner cross-functionally to embed security in the development lifecycle and evaluate eme...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$76K - $98K *

Unlock your potential as you develop and automate security processes, enhancing global cybersecurity operations while working with senior engineers to better the organization's security posture...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$162K - $387K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing advanced NoSQL databases. Join our dynamic team to enhance global infrastructure through cloud-native solutions, optimizing performance and scalability...

San Jose, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $125K *

Elevate cybersecurity measures by designing and implementing robust controls for enterprise applications and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with federal s...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team shaping cloud infrastructure for enterprise applications, utilizing your deep expertise in distributed systems, cloud orchestration, and API development to drive innovative solutio...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop and maintain robust infrastructure for a growing platform team, emphasizing reliability and scalability. Enjoy high autonomy while collaborating across functions to enhance developer experienc...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence for a Data Center Services unit, driving performance, workforce development, and customer satisfaction across multiple locations while overseeing mission-crit...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$153K - $166K *

Empower the future of education by developing scalable web applications and cloud services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance digital assessment experiences, ensuring reliability and...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.