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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$165K - $175K *

Shape the future of the Ontology Platform by driving data engineering initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions, and managing onboarding processes for new data source...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $198K *

Oversee the architecture and optimization of Oracle HCM and Learning Cloud solutions, driving strategic initiatives and integrations to enhance workforce development and compliance across a large heal...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $180K *

Drive the evolution of cloud-native infrastructure, leading initiatives in AWS, Kubernetes, and Terraform. Enhance automation, optimize costs, and enforce security while mentoring teams to elevate Dev...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$140K - $160K *

Drive enterprise-scale transformation by leading cloud-native architecture initiatives and mentoring teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to shape innovative AI solutions that modernize legacy systems...

Irving, TXRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Champion security initiatives by embedding secure design principles across applications, cloud, and infrastructure. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security maturity and protect over 6,0...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $166K *

Accelerate automation initiatives by developing end-to-end solutions using Ansible, Python, and RESTful APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compl...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Manage the lifecycle of accelerator clusters, ensuring efficient capacity, reliability, and security. Collaborate across teams to enhance infrastructure, automate processes, and lead initiatives that...

Palo Alto, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $120K *

Build innovative building automation systems in a fast-paced, remote environment. Lead design projects while mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure high-quality deliver...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Optimize cloud security infrastructure and enhance detection capabilities while investigating and responding to alerts. Contribute to building internal tools to elevate security measures, your experti...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $167K *

Manage safety protocols across nationwide data center job sites, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and corporate standards. Lead inspections, audits, and training initiatives to promote a c...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$192K - $260K *

Transform the future of cloud networking as you drive product strategy, adoption, and feature delivery in a high-impact role. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence product lifecycle and...

Santa Clara, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading application security initiatives, enhancing product security, and driving secure development practices. Collaborate with engineering teams to establish standards, manage vu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage with clients to implement innovative solutions that enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency, delivering exceptional experiences through technical guidance and comprehensive docum...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $148K *

Unlock potential by managing CA Datacom environments, optimizing databases, and ensuring 24x7 support. Collaborate with vendors, implement best practices, and maintain documentation to enhance client...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud infrastructure by deploying and managing PostgreSQL and Kafka on Kubernetes. Drive automation, ensure high availability, and empower product teams with s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $207K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with energy clients to architect Generative AI solutions. Drive innovation and improve outcomes by translating complex AI concepts into scalable offerings while in...

Florida, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$106K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as you contribute to scalable software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance assessment systems. Gain hands-on experience in modern development practice...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovation and excellence, driving projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development and ensure quality standa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $220K *

Elevate your career by leading AI-driven software delivery transformations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify bottlenecks, design innovative solutions, and enhance product lifecycle...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical onboarding and drive customer success through expert configuration, API integrations, and project management. Make a meaningful impact by streamlining implementat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $220K *

Drive impactful product marketing strategies for proactive security solutions, guiding market positioning, launches, and customer engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape product d...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $175K *

Optimize customer engagement by leading the transformation of ServiceNow CSM capabilities, driving scalable solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and stre...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $150K *

Drive the design and delivery of advanced AI solutions, mentoring engineers and ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable architectures, leadi...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $281K *

Shape the future of application security by leading strategy and initiatives across teams. Drive secure design and standards, mentor engineers, and tackle complex security challenges in a collaborativ...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$67K - $114K *

Elevate your career by leveraging GIS expertise to develop innovative tools and applications that enhance community resilience and infrastructure planning. Collaborate with clients to deliver impactfu...

Reston, VARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.