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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$141K - $212K *

Pioneer innovative managed service solutions by leading technical engagements with MSP partners. Shape enterprise data strategies and drive competitive wins through architectural design, commercial fl...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join our innovative team to enhance and optimize SharePoint solutions for a Federal Government client while collaborating closely with diverse stakeholders on technical projects to deliver effective a...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$117K - $158K *

Drive innovative infrastructure solutions by leveraging technology expertise and client insights. Collaborate with sales and delivery teams to create tailored strategies that enhance client relationsh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to strategic capacity planning by developing models and insights that optimize resource allocation across multiple business lines, ensuring alignment with financial and operational goals wh...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $192K *

Lead the design and optimization of global service systems and analytics, driving operational excellence and customer success. Collaborate across departments to implement scalable solutions that enhan...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects for a federal data analytics platform, ensuring operational excellence through effective communication, risk management, and collaboration across teams whi...

Virginia, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Innovate robust CI/CD pipelines and secure Kubernetes environments, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance delivery processes in mission-cri...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving improvements in our Atlassian platform. Collaborate with diverse teams to design, implement, and support scalable solutions that optimize workflow and enhance service ma...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $125K *

Champion efficiency by leading seamless implementation projects for new providers, ensuring timely launches and high-quality customer satisfaction through cross-functional collaboration and process im...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $233K *

Lead the design and scaling of large-scale distributed SQL databases, enhancing infrastructure reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and en...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's enhancing cybersecurity across critical systems and services. This role combines hands-on security engineering and collaboration to protect technology environments against evolving...

Eugene, ORRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $198K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of data and technology, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative data solutions that...

Georgia, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading the modernization of our software delivery ecosystem. Collaborate across teams to enhance developer productivity and streamline CI/CD processes while driving automatio...

Oak Brook, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $205K *

Join a team that's reshaping the energy landscape through innovative grid solutions. In this senior role, you'll provide technical expertise in utility engagement and grid infrastructure, guiding stra...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by supporting clients in adopting AWS solutions, enhancing agent productivity, conducting assessments, translating business goals into actionable plans, and facilitating technical dis...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of IT operations by building support infrastructure, managing vendor relations, and ensuring seamless tech experiences across teams. Collaborate closely with security teams to maintain...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Drive upgrades and enhancements for clinical communication products, ensuring seamless integration and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues and improve proces...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by driving sales success in large enterprises. Own the full sales cycle and build strategic AI and cybersecurity partnerships, expanding our reach in Southern California's competit...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career with this challenging opportunity for an experienced COBOL developer. Engage in coding, testing, and researching to meet project timelines while leading project teams and providi...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the enhancement of security measures for cloud-based healthcare solutions, focusing on vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensu...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $208K *

Unlock potential by driving technical sales support and solutions for customers. Collaborate with sales teams to achieve targets while providing expert guidance on F5 products and services, ensuring c...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $173K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic sales team as a Solutions Engineer, where you'll leverage technical expertise to drive sales, support customers, and deliver innovative F5 solutions that bridg...

Olympia Fields, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $191K *

Unlock potential by driving technical sales solutions for major service providers. Collaborate with sales teams to articulate value propositions, mentor peers, and deliver exceptional customer service...

California, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Advance your career by joining a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative enterprise solutions. Engage with a variety of technologies while supporting mission-critical systems. Drive customer suc...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $156K *

Unlock your potential as a Solutions Engineer, driving sales success by leveraging technical expertise to address customer challenges and deliver F5 solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to achieve...

RemoteRemote

5 days 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.