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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$135K - $150K *

Champion secure Microsoft systems administration to enhance Navy operations. Lead enterprise-level infrastructure management, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards while mentoring junior st...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to engineer, integrate, and optimize Linux server solutions, enhancing critical infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative, secure solutions in mission-cr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Engineer robust cloud security solutions, ensuring compliance and risk management across secure networks. Collaborate with teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and maintain cloud-native en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Optimize cybersecurity solutions by leading system administration efforts, ensuring robust security for desktop, mobile, and network environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enh...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud operations by leading a cross-product SRE team. You'll manage AWS GovCloud environments, ensuring reliability and compliance while empowering feature teams to focus...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Manage and enhance a full-stack, containerized microservices architecture while collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement DevOps best practices and support a production big data pipeline...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $158K *

Empower operational excellence by managing Epic's database environments, ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborate with teams to support production systems and enhance database operations thro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $135K *

Execute robust administration and maintenance of SAP systems, ensuring compliance and security standards while collaborating with IT teams to enhance operational efficiency and resolve issues promptly...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the reliability and security of operational technology systems. This entry-level role involves monitoring, maintenance, and support tasks, providing a solid fo...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Transform cloud operations by leading a team to ensure performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency across multi-cloud environments, while driving incident management and fostering collaboration with...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$69K - $158K *

Build cloud solutions as a mid-level architect, collaborating with experts to modernize IT infrastructure and deliver innovative cloud capabilities. Leverage cutting-edge tools and methodologies withi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $135K *

Join our dynamic IT Operations team to enhance technology support across multiple locations. You'll ensure reliable tech experiences, manage endpoint systems, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate on s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing RHEL systems automation, providing high-level technical support and guidance. Collaborate on cybersecurity efforts and manage system upgrades to enhance p...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise systems architecture and strategy. As a senior technical expert, you'll provide advanced support, manage complex projects, and collaborate with federal stakeh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Transform the future of cloud computing by developing innovative, high-performance applications and services. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment, leveraging modern cloud technologies to address m...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion innovative cloud solutions by developing high-performance applications, integrating cutting-edge technologies, and enhancing cloud-based environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K *

Manage the administration and maintenance of cybersecurity platforms, ensuring reliability and service availability. Mentor junior staff, oversee troubleshooting, and collaborate on system upgrades to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud infrastructure and optimize IT services for the Intelligence Community. Leverage your skills in CI/CD, security, and system performance to support innovative solut...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $231K *

Empower innovation in cloud infrastructure as you lead the design and operation of Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM environments, ensuring secure, reliable performance across federal agencies while driving aut...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Oversee the operational performance and strategic development of BMS, EPMS, and DCIM systems across multiple data centers, ensuring reliability and efficiency while leading troubleshooting and optimiz...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Transform the future as a Cloud Engineer, optimizing deployments and enhancing system performance in a dynamic, agile environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure security and provide technical suppo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform cloud environments by leveraging AWS to enhance enterprise applications. Collaborate with a global team to drive innovation, optimize performance, and ensure high availability through automa...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $250K *

Unlock your potential as a Capabilities Analyst, providing user support and developing materials to enhance tool effectiveness. Collaborate with a dynamic team to identify capability gaps and drive im...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $208K *

Accelerate your career by managing and architecting advanced endpoint solutions, ensuring seamless digital workplace experiences across macOS, Windows, and Linux environments while driving automation...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive analytics innovation by transforming data into actionable insights using Microsoft technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize cloud solutions and optimize reporting throu...

United StatesRemote

3 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.