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 *

Deliver seamless integration of security operations by managing vendor teams, mentoring embedded employees, and aligning strategies with client objectives while fostering communication and operational...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Manage the configuration and administration of our quote-to-cash platform, enhancing DealHub and Salesforce systems to optimize business operations. Collaborate to design robust workflows, governance...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $238K *

Join a dynamic team to leverage AI in enhancing application security. You'll assess vulnerabilities, implement fixes, and shape AI security strategies, driving innovation in a fast-paced environment w...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $205K *

Champion technical sales for our EO satellite portfolio, focusing on international defense and intelligence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, drive customer engag...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $120K *

Join us to lead a dynamic software engineering team, driving innovation in fleet management technology. You'll mentor developers, oversee the software delivery lifecycle, and contribute hands-on to co...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cloud operations by enhancing reliability and efficiency in production environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust monitoring, automate processes, and support critical sy...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the future of field service management by configuring and optimizing utility operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration of AI-driven scheduling, enhancing efficiency and...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $212K *

Pioneer innovative IAM strategies to enhance security across cloud and on-premise infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust identity governance and access management...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise network architecture by leading LAN migration projects, ensuring seamless transitions to Cisco SDA fabric. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute plans, manage changes...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $214K *

Elevate your project management career by driving initiatives in cloud infrastructure and platform environments. Collaborate with engineering partners to enhance capacity management, improve efficienc...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovative data solutions by architecting and developing scalable data pipelines on the Google Cloud Platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality, reliable data while promotin...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $188K *

Elevate your career by enhancing platform reliability and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve operational challenges, improve observability, and ensure dependable systems in a...

Connecticut, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive CMDB excellence by leading a team to enhance configuration management practices, ensuring data integrity and strategic alignment across IT operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to elevate CM...

Columbia, SCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$177K - $364K *

Empower a team of engineers to enhance Kubernetes platform infrastructure, driving reliability, security, and efficiency while collaborating across departments to achieve strategic goals and operation...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise service delivery by leading cross-center operations, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring high-quality IT services across multiple locations. Drive initiatives that improve performa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining compliance leadership by driving effective governance, risk management, and program strategy to enhance client success and operational efficiency in a hands-on environmen...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion data-driven insights by designing and supporting robust data models and analytics solutions that empower clinical, operational, and financial decision-making across the organization. Drive pe...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering advanced data and AI solutions, focusing on scalable architectures and integration of cutting-edge technologies to enhance enterprise client operations and...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$247K - $309K *

Optimize public sector sales by developing and nurturing key accounts. This dynamic role focuses on prospecting, opportunity closure, and shaping comprehensive solutions that cater to complex cybersec...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $156K *

Accelerate your career as a Senior Platform Engineer, leading the design and evolution of critical platform domains. Drive automation, mentor engineers, and enhance system reliability while shaping th...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $100K *

Take ownership of the Virtual Care Platform by developing and maintaining features in a Python/Django codebase, enhancing internal tools, and ensuring production reliability while collaborating with s...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $184K *

Engineer and elevate our core product by developing innovative features, tools, and infrastructure while collaborating closely with a dedicated team to maintain high-quality standards and drive techni...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $152K *

Champion program excellence by leading complex federal initiatives, managing multidisciplinary teams, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to ensure successful delivery and client satisfacti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-vendor coordination and cross-team delivery of patient-generated health data applications, ensuring alignment of technical execution with program goals to achieve imp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $246K *

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver innovative CSP offerings, focusing on compute, storage, and GPU products. Utilize senior project management skills to ensure timely and budget-compliant executio...

Morrisville, NCRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.