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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$85K - $129K *

Lead the charge in substation design by preparing detailed drawings and overseeing project teams. Engage with clients and contractors to ensure compliance with standards while mentoring designers and...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Architect comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers, driving technology adoption and ensuring successful project outcomes through technical leadership and collaboration across vari...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $159K *

Advance your career by serving as a trusted technical advisor, designing comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers across key industry verticals, and driving successful business ou...

Denver, CORemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $159K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers across various sectors. Collaborate with sales and technical teams to drive successful project outcomes a...

Seattle, WARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $159K *

Join as a trusted technical advisor, designing comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers across key industries. Drive technology adoption, support large-scale initiatives, and ensu...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $159K *

Elevate your career by serving as a trusted technical advisor, designing comprehensive cybersecurity solutions for strategic customers across key industry verticals, and driving successful business ou...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion innovative solutions by advising top financial institutions on identity verification and fraud prevention. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless client experiences and drive produ...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by supporting design management for data center projects. Collaborate across disciplines, manage documentation, and enhance communication to ensure timely delivery and client sat...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role supporting data center projects from planning to execution. Collaborate with global teams, enhance project coordination, and grow into a leadership position while...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive the success of complex data center projects by supporting design managers in coordination, documentation, and delivery. Collaborate with global teams, enhance project management skills, and cont...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

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

$65K - $111K *

Partner with us to enhance the Workday platform, ensuring efficient workflows, data integrity, and compliance. Lead projects, provide training, and collaborate with HR to meet evolving organizational...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $133K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative full-stack solutions, collaborating with diverse teams to modernize applications on AWS using cutting-edge technologies, ensuring operational resilience and me...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $133K *

Champion innovative solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop scalable, cloud-native applications. Leverage your full-stack expertise to modernize systems and deliver high-valu...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage enterprise database environments, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with development teams to deliver scalable solutions while maintaining compli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $206K *

Join a team that architects Oracle Fusion PPM solutions to enable precise project management and financial accountability for Marine Corps initiatives. Leverage your expertise to lead configurations a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$208K - $306K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering excellence by leading platform services that enhance software development. Drive innovation, consolidate capabilities, and foster a culture of collaboration t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $238K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of spacecraft systems engineering. Leverage your expertise to lead cross-functional teams in developing complex spacecraft designs, ensuring compliance, and drivi...

Palo Alto, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $279K *

Unlock potential by architecting customized applications using Conga Products. Lead end-to-end Quote-to-Cash implementations, enhancing operational efficiency and driving business transformation in co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $175K *

Join a strategic team as you oversee complex web projects, drive digital initiatives, and promote best practices, all while collaborating across functions. Make a real-world impact while shaping the f...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$183K - $200K *

Transform the Developer Platform by enhancing infrastructure and deployment processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, efficient product delivery while driving adoption of innovative tooling an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of security by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance incident detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify risks, develop automation, and...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $235K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical roadmap for Proactive Security, collaborating across teams to embed security controls into Dasher products and mentor engineers in delivering secure systems f...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$265K - $295K *

Drive community engagement and build trusted relationships with local stakeholders to ensure Anthropic's infrastructure projects are positively received and beneficial to the communities in Louisiana...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $207K *

Elevate your career by designing and building essential SDKs that empower engineering teams to create reliable, observable distributed systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance developer experience...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $253K *

Build robust APIs and backend systems as a key player in our AI grocery product. Lead architectural development, partner with cross-functional teams, and grow impactful solutions for grocery stores na...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.