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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$175K - $185K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI-driven cloud solutions, focusing on architectural excellence and customer transformation across diverse environments. Collaborate with clients to design and implement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $185K *

Drive AI innovation by architecting scalable solutions in cloud environments. Leverage expertise in data management and analytics to transform customer needs into impactful designs for enhanced perfor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $160K *

Architect robust Azure cloud solutions while ensuring system performance, security, and scalability. This hands-on role requires deep technical expertise, collaboration with cross-functional teams, an...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Unlock operational excellence by driving cross-functional programs that enhance cloud operations. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and ensure alignment with business...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead cybersecurity systems administration and support for Windows and Linux environments, ensuring compliance and security for mission-critical applications and infrastructure. Collaborate on risk ass...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $150K *

Engineer robust cloud identity solutions, automating access governance across hybrid environments. Manage AAA controls, integrate SSO, and enforce security policies using Terraform to enhance organiza...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise cloud operations by managing budgets, stakeholder engagement, and delivery coordination. Lead financial strategies and optimize costs in a dynamic Azure environment while collabor...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $300K *

Innovate infrastructure solutions that enhance security and scalability while driving large-scale projects through collaboration in a dynamic, hands-on environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $190K *

Advance customer security assurance by managing inquiries, audits, and documentation. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards while educating clients on security pra...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer security assurance through expert analysis and proactive engagement. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and effectively communicate...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $132K *

Transform data center operations by leading hardware support services, ensuring reliability and availability at scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements, mentor staff, and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by providing expert IT support and solutions in virtual environments. Collaborate on designing, implementing, and maintaining systems that enhance operational efficiency and ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer secure cloud solutions by leveraging your DevSecOps expertise to enhance computing architecture and brokerage services, ensuring compliance with DoD frameworks while mentoring teams and drivin...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform your career by securing cloud and on-premise infrastructures. Engage in implementing security controls, managing access, and conducting vulnerability assessments in a dynamic environment. Pe...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of defense simulation. As a Systems Engineer, support the TASD program through requirements development, data analysis, and collaborative modeling to enhance our...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $120K *

Lead the administration and migration of a critical Oracle database, ensuring its security, performance, and reliability while collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to shape data management st...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's building and operating reliable cloud infrastructure to enhance product delivery, focusing on security, cost efficiency, and developer experience while collaborating with engineers...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $103K *

Drive secure and efficient Linux environments while ensuring compliance in a high-security setting. Collaborate across teams to maintain, optimize, and automate systems crucial for engineering and man...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at securing cloud environments by designing robust guardrails and automation. Collaborate with engineering teams to embed security into CI/CD pipelines and ensure compliance across...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $160K *

Take ownership of complex escalations in systems operations, diagnosing infrastructure issues across hardware, networking, and software stacks, improving tooling, and collaborating with engineering te...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing endpoint computing solutions, enhancing digital workplace services, and driving operational efficiency through innovative automation and cross-functional col...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing endpoint computing solutions, enhancing user experience and security through innovative technologies and automation. Collaborate across teams to drive digit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$131K - $290K *

Drive your career with innovative cloud solutions, designing and maintaining applications and APIs while collaborating with teams to enhance system performance and resolve issues in a dynamic environm...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by enhancing our security operations and engineering practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust security measures, ensuring compliance and operational resi...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive security operations and engineering initiatives to enhance enterprise resilience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective security measures, ensuring compliance and operat...

1 week ago

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

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.