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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$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by supporting cloud development for data analysis, implementing integrated systems and processes to optimize large-volume data processing while ensuring compliance and security in a f...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $126K *

Unlock potential by leading cloud architecture initiatives, optimizing Azure services, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud infrastr...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative solutions in a high-visibility mission environment, focusing on software development and engineering to enhance system productization and operational efficienc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $179K *

Optimize hybrid and multi-cloud infrastructure by leading engineering teams, ensuring secure, resilient platforms that meet compliance standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enha...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $140K *

Advance operational support and enhance user experience in IT, overseeing onboarding, documenting procedures, and providing AV assistance, all while contributing to global IT initiatives across our of...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by managing IT infrastructure, automating processes, and ensuring system security. Collaborate with teams to optimize deployments and troubleshoot issues, all while staying curre...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team seeking a System Administrator to manage IT infrastructure, automate processes, and ensure system security while collaborating with development teams to enhance de...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation as a Staff Cloud Platform Engineer, enhancing cloud capabilities and leading teams to deliver exceptional deployment experiences through automation and modern tooling...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development and deployment of advanced web and mobile applications, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance software solutions and streamline operations for a significant impact in t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Champion critical UNIX systems support and enhance mission capabilities for a vital government program. Collaborate to ensure high availability, security, and performance across complex environments w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $150K *

Transform cloud and security landscapes by evaluating architectures, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and enhancing DevSecOps maturity. Collaborate on modern infrastructure strategies to ensure high availa...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Deliver optimal management and support for diverse physical and virtual server environments, ensuring system efficiency and reliability while troubleshooting and maintaining robust virtualization solu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $100K *

Contribute to the maintenance and scaling of enterprise Linux systems, ensuring high availability and performance. Collaborate with IT teams to manage infrastructure, optimize operations, and support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $200K *

Innovate your skills as a Cloud Reliability Engineer, enhancing cloud systems through automation and integration. Leverage your expertise in configuration management, containerization, and scripting t...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$65K - $161K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud solutions by designing and implementing robust service delivery models. Leverage your expertise in cloud architecture and DevSecOps to drive automation, optimize co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Optimize multi-tier application environments by providing technical support, troubleshooting, and server configuration. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless operations and maintain system integri...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $135K *

Pioneer the design and management of secure, scalable cloud infrastructure for data, analytics, and AI/ML workloads, using AWS and Terraform to enhance operational efficiency and ensure data integrity...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$155K *

Engineer robust cloud security solutions, optimizing CSPM tools and standards. Collaborate with development teams to ensure secure cloud adoption across AWS, Azure, and GCP, enhancing the security pos...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K *

Lead the charge in securing cloud environments by designing, implementing, and optimizing security measures. Collaborate with development teams to enforce standards and ensure safe cloud adoption acro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the design and operation of enterprise-grade cloud services, enabling NASA teams to innovate and deploy applications. Leverage your expertise in Kubernetes and IoT to enhance infrastructure a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Transform the future of cloud services by engaging with the intelligence community, reviewing technical documents, and educating stakeholders on cloud solutions to meet mission requirements effectivel...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $255K *

Join a dynamic team to manage and optimize IT systems, ensuring seamless operations and support for client/server and network devices. Leverage your expertise in troubleshooting and system maintenance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the engineering and sustainment of enterprise Linux platforms, ensuring security and reliability for research operations. Collaborate with teams to automate tasks, manage vulnerabilities, and...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Execute robust lab environments supporting complex mission systems integration. Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot, automate, and maintain systems across diverse platforms in secure and dynami...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $126K *

Join a team that's transforming IT systems administration for advanced AI research. Support end-users and manage high-performance computing environments while streamlining operations for both classifi...

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

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.