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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$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

$130K - $155K *

Empower your career by leading cloud operations in a dynamic enterprise. Drive strategic initiatives, optimize infrastructure, and mentor diverse teams to enhance reliability, security, and performanc...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing complex systems and cloud infrastructure. As a Senior System Administrator, you'll manage installations, upgrades, and performance tuning while ensuring data...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $181K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of IT by developing and managing advanced systems solutions, enhancing performance, and training users to ensure seamless operations and compliance in a dynamic en...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Deliver critical support by managing enterprise infrastructure, troubleshooting outages, and ensuring operational readiness. Collaborate with teams to maintain security protocols and provide incident...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize server infrastructure by managing Red Hat, VMware, and Windows systems. Automate operations with Ansible, ensure compliance, and support cloud migration efforts while participating in a 24/7...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive transformative growth in manufacturing by developing and maintaining testing systems and software, ensuring high quality and reliability of hardware products across enterprise environments, whil...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $205K *

Lead cloud initiatives by designing and optimizing Azure infrastructure, ensuring security and compliance while driving automation and operational excellence in a collaborative IT environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by overseeing high-availability server environments, managing deployments, and leading infrastructure teams to enhance operational resilience and efficiency at a strategic level...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Drive innovation in cloud software engineering, leveraging AI for advanced data processing and visualization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance national security solutions through sca...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $182K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as you lead infrastructure projects, align strategies with business goals, and enhance system performance. Drive high-quality outcomes while managing cross-team programs a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise cloud strategies by architecting scalable Google Cloud solutions. Leverage your expertise to lead complex migrations and modernization projects while engagin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that designs and delivers innovative cloud solutions for clients. Leverage your expertise in Google Cloud technologies to lead enterprise transformations, ensuring scalable, secure archite...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive your career with a key role in enhancing identity and web application security. Collaborate across teams to manage access controls, secure applications, and support compliance initiatives while...

1 week ago

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

$77K - $176K *

Explore a dynamic role managing AWS environments, enhancing infrastructure performance, and mentoring teams. Leverage your CloudOps expertise to drive improvements and ensure security in mission-criti...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in elevating cloud infrastructure through advanced Linux systems administration, mentoring, and project management in a high-growth tech environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K *

Champion cloud security initiatives while delivering impactful projects. Collaborate closely with a mentor and the Cloud Cybersecurity team to enhance security operations, providing real-world experie...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $145K *

Deliver expert guidance on Computer System Validation projects while managing compliance efforts across multiple sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality systems are validated...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $140K *

Transform your career by enabling scalable SaaS solutions through innovative cloud architecture, collaborating with engineering teams to deliver robust infrastructure while fostering a culture of cont...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $200K *

Join us to shape the future of observability in infrastructure. Lead technical direction, mentor engineers, and enhance our metrics and logging platforms while driving automation and AI integration ac...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive the design and implementation of innovative solutions, enhancing software delivery and aligning technology strategies with business goals across the enterprise. Collaborate with stakeholders to...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $100K *

Empower your career by managing enterprise Linux systems, automating processes, and ensuring security. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure reliability and support cutting-edge solutions i...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.