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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$153K - $166K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI governance in software development. As a Senior Engineer, you'll design policies and tools that ensure safe, effective use of AI coding agents, empowering d...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$94K - $138K *

Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise application services, ensuring secure, reliable, and client-centered solutions. Collaborate across teams to align technology with institutional priorities and d...

New Westminster, BCRemote

1 week ago

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

$168K - $322K *

Join a team that transforms network visibility by creating self-service platforms that empower stakeholders with trustworthy insights on network health, using cutting-edge technologies and collaborati...

Santa Clara, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $200K *

Transform client relationships by leading data-driven solutions for major tech firms. Engage with executives to uncover insights, drive impactful decisions, and ensure seamless delivery across teams i...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $205K *

Engage in high-impact enterprise deployments, leading customer projects from kickoff to closure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of the Zero Trust Exchange platf...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on health and safety compliance. Lead initiatives across facilities, manage risks, and foster a culture of safety while collaborating with diverse teams to...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building a secure, self-service developer sandbox on Azure, delivering non-persistent desktops and managing the entire stack from landing zone to golden image while ensuring complia...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $195K *

Drive the development of the Hypori app for Windows while enhancing iOS and Android functionalities. Collaborate in an agile environment, focusing on secure software practices, troubleshooting, and de...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in architecting innovative End User Computing solutions, collaborating with account teams and clients to drive strategy, deliver presentations, and enhance customer experiences while e...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $246K *

Join us to design and deliver cutting-edge AI systems across ML, generative AI, and agentic workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful solutions while mentoring engineers a...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading Azure DevOps initiatives, optimizing cloud infrastructure, and ensuring security compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, efficient Azure ne...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $175K *

Champion AI innovation by engaging with clients to identify and prototype high-value use cases. Blend technical expertise with advisory skills to drive AI solutions, enhancing productivity and transfo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $252K *

Join a team that's driving technical sales excellence in the Mid-Market and SMB segments. Lead a high-performing group of Solution Architects to enhance customer engagement and accelerate growth throu...

Morrisville, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in optimizing the Azure DevSecOps environment, ensuring security, and driving operational excellence across critical engineering functions for mission suc...

North Charleston, SCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $150K *

Develop and expand advanced orbit design processes for satellite constellations, applying expertise in orbital mechanics. Collaborate with teams to enhance modeling tools and support mission planning...

Seattle, WARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $190K *

Build and enhance our internal API layer, ensuring reliability and performance for services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement API contracts and improve developer experience while m...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $205K *

Elevate client success by driving technical innovation and transformation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategic solutions, enhance client relationships, and execute multi-year...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of our cutting-edge Cloud Threat Detection Platform. Drive innovative high-throughput microservices, engineer robust APIs, and shape user-facing applicat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$18K - $215K *

Lead the development of our data center project, ensuring all operations meet budget, technical specifications, and timelines while collaborating with stakeholders and being onsite 80% of the time for...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining data management solutions. Leverage your expertise in cloud platforms and analytics to support sales teams, drive customer success, and implement innovative data solution...

Raleigh, NCRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the architecture and design of Oracle Cloud CX solutions. Collaborate with teams to translate business needs into scalable customer service portals while ensuring alignm...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Drive the development of cloud-native solutions by leveraging AWS services while collaborating with teams to innovate and optimize loan origination and servicing systems in a secure, scalable environm...

Falls Church, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future of our technology landscape by architecting scalable, secure systems that empower a high-growth environment through innovative SaaS and AI strategies. Lead the implementation of best...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $155K *

Play a key role in enhancing cybersecurity by designing and implementing secure DevSecOps practices, developing software solutions, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate in a dy...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks 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.