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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$90K - $110K *

Provide expert Linux system administration for classified and unclassified networks, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policies. Collaborate with teams to manage system upgrades, troubleshoot iss...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $120K *

Elevate security measures by analyzing systems and documenting risks. Collaborate with IT teams to support authorization processes, oversee security assessments, and ensure compliance with federal sta...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower the Cloud team by assessing and authorizing information systems, ensuring compliance and security across infrastructure initiatives while collaborating on mission-critical programs...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $218K *

Unlock potential by delivering and sustaining secure cloud environments, engineering solutions, and providing comprehensive support across networks to meet mission-critical needs...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $250K *

Lead the charge in optimizing IT systems through troubleshooting, maintenance, and user support. Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficient configuration and problem resolution while enhancing syste...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Transform cloud environments by architecting and deploying solutions using Azure and AWS. Collaborate with teams to enhance security and optimize workloads while ensuring operational excellence in a d...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform cloud environments by architecting and deploying solutions using Azure and AWS. Leverage Infrastructure as Code for automation, ensuring optimal performance and security while collaborating...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $242K *

Unlock the future of cloud security by leading architectural initiatives and enhancing security practices across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement robust security measures a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Unlock potential by leading cloud security initiatives, shaping architecture, and driving security standards across AWS and GCP environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security con...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Join our Security Engineering team to shape Cloud Security architecture, drive initiatives across AWS and GCP, and enhance security controls. Collaborate with engineers to protect workloads and influe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$189K - $225K *

Shape the future of cloud security by leading architectural initiatives, enhancing security controls, and collaborating with engineering teams to mitigate risks across AWS and GCP environments, ensuri...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$189K - $225K *

Shape the future of Cloud Security by driving architectural initiatives and enhancing security across AWS and GCP environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement robust security measures...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Lead the evolution of Cloud Security architecture, driving initiatives across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement security standards, enhance identity management, and protect...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$179K - $255K *

Advance cloud security by shaping architecture and driving initiatives across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with teams to enhance security controls, manage risks, and ensure secure cloud workloads while me...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$179K - $255K *

Lead the charge in shaping Cloud Security architecture and strategy, driving initiatives across AWS and GCP environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security controls, ensuring robu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Elevate cloud security by shaping architecture and driving initiatives across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with teams to enhance identity management, secure workloads, and implement effective security con...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Transform cloud security by leading architectural initiatives across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security controls, manage identities, and ensure secure workloads, drivi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$147K - $242K *

Lead the charge in shaping Cloud Security architecture, driving initiatives across AWS and GCP. Collaborate with teams to enhance security controls, protect workloads, and influence engineering practi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

Pioneer cloud cybersecurity by enhancing defenses and operationalizing security across multiple cloud platforms. Collaborate with teams to improve detection and response capabilities, ensuring a formi...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $155K *

Help us shape the future of cybersecurity by operationalizing cloud defense capabilities across various platforms, enhancing security measures and collaboration to ensure robust protection against eme...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $145K *

Elevate cloud security measures by leading the integration of cyber defense across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize security operations, detect threats, and in...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by delivering expert technical support and incident management for Microsoft 365 platforms, collaborating on deployments, and driving continuous improvement initiatives for cloud serv...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $300K *

Join a team that's redefining infrastructure and cloud architecture, driving strategic direction and innovation. Collaborate across technology domains to ensure scalable, secure, and cost-effective so...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $250K *

Optimize your career by joining a dynamic engineering team focused on system administration and support. Leverage your expertise to tackle complex challenges and enhance operational efficiency in a co...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team driving innovative cloud storage solutions. Lead engineering efforts to design and maintain high-performance storage services globally, ensuring reliability and scalability for div...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks 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.