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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$112K - $193K *

Engineer and enhance observability platforms to deliver actionable insights into user experience. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize performance, reliability, and automation across diverse techno...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $144K *

Champion the architectural direction of a statewide digital platform, ensuring secure, accessible, and reliable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical excellence and emp...

Colorado, USRemote

3 days ago

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

$208K - $312K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud storage solutions. As a Product Manager, you'll drive the vision and strategy for our storage portfolio, ensuring seamless integration and performance across applic...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining ServiceNow architecture, delivering innovative solutions and driving technical excellence across enterprise projects. Leverage your expertise in ServiceNow to influence c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $191K *

Innovate by designing and operating scalable data infrastructure for petabytes of data, enabling customer-facing features and analytics across global industries, while enhancing systems for reliabilit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $220K *

Shape the future of project management by leading high-stakes engagements, driving AI adoption, and ensuring quality deliverables in a dynamic, remote-compatible environment. Collaborate with diverse...

San Jose, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $300K *

Join a team that's embedding security into every software development phase, enhancing product safety and reliability while directly influencing our technology offerings. You'll collaborate with engin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer our security and compliance program by leading HITRUST certification, managing audits, and enhancing controls. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust security measures while representing the...

New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $189K *

Lead the charge in safeguarding information systems by implementing security policies, managing risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Collaborate with teams to maintain system...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $215K *

Join a team that's redefining client partnerships by synchronizing technical and strategic solutions. As a pivotal Solutions Architect, you will elevate client engagements through innovative program d...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $252K *

Join a team that's transforming federal HR systems by engineering integration solutions between Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM and key federal platforms to drive modernization efforts across multiple agencie...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Transform your career by developing innovative software solutions in a collaborative Agile environment. Engage in all phases of the software development lifecycle while enhancing cybersecurity and ide...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Innovate project execution by overseeing budgets, schedules, and resources. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, cost-effective completion while mentoring staff and fostering strong customer relat...

Michigan, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $140K *

Transform the future of Health IT by developing and enhancing OpenText workflows. Leverage your expertise in Agile development and technical consulting for a key federal project, ensuring excellence a...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$171K - $192K *

Unlock potential by pursuing named NeoCloud accounts, building relationships, and driving complex sales from initial contact to contract. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver tailored solutions...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $303K *

Unlock potential by leading the implementation of ServiceNow's Security and Risk solutions. Collaborate with customers and partners to drive business outcomes, provide architectural guidance, and ment...

San Diego, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $250K *

Lead the charge in our cybersecurity operations, overseeing teams and strategies to enhance effective security monitoring and incident response while ensuring top-notch service delivery across diverse...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the modernization of HPC infrastructure, enhancing simulation-driven product development and optimizing engineering productivity across diverse environments and accounts...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $185K *

Champion the development of scalable data platforms, leading cross-functional initiatives and enhancing AI-assisted analytics. Collaborate with teams to drive technical direction and improve system pe...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $150K *

Execute innovative design and implementation of large-scale Zero Trust solutions. Lead systems engineering initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams to align with DoD requirements and enhance secu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $166K *

Transform critical systems for the US Antarctic Program by designing, deploying, and maintaining Linux-based infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead operations in a unique, mi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Innovate cloud-based software solutions for the energy sector, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance power systems engineering processes. Leverage cutting-edge technologies to drive pro...

Austin, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Deliver high-quality software solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Boot, and Oracle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure s...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $184K *

Champion the development and operational deployment of vehicle firmware, leveraging IoT data to enhance fleet safety and efficiency through collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $260K *

Innovate and drive technical strategy for AI-powered products at scale. Empower teams to build transformative software solutions, oversee complex projects, and deliver exceptional results that reshape...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.