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 - $170K *

Lead DevOps initiatives by automating deployment pipelines and enhancing system integration for secure environments. Collaborate across teams to streamline configurations and troubleshoot issues in a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enterprise systems engineering, focusing on identity management, Windows Server, and cloud platforms. Drive automation and Tier 3 troubleshooting in a hybrid environment, delivering...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Manage and secure IT systems while supporting mission-critical operations. Collaborate with developers to solve system issues, implement solutions, and maintain service availability. Occasional travel...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $288K *

Develop and enhance IT systems focusing on identity and access management, ensuring secure and efficient workflows. Collaborate with IT and Security teams to automate processes and improve system reli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $288K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance IT systems through identity management and automation. Collaborate with IT and Security to optimize workflows, ensuring secure access and device management while leverag...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $288K *

Unlock the potential of our IT systems by enhancing identity and access management. Collaborate with IT and Security teams to streamline workflows, automate processes, and ensure robust device managem...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $195K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build and enhance a robust API platform, ensuring seamless integration and dependable authorization for multi-tenant applications while driving production ad...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Manage daily operations of onsite DCT personnel, ensuring efficient infrastructure monitoring, maintenance, and compliance for optimal facility conditions and safety across multiple sites...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Oversee daily operations of onsite personnel, ensure infrastructure monitoring, and manage preventative maintenance. Collaborate with teams to optimize efficiency and maintain a safe working environme...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing data security architectures with a focus on SQL Server. Collaborate with teams to implement encryption strategies, optimize IAM solutions, and enhance data protection meas...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $216K *

Empower innovation by designing and developing cloud-based applications on AWS. Manage secure cloud environments, collaborate with teams, and implement cutting-edge technologies to optimize operationa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $290K *

Drive the development and deployment of Zero Trust solutions, collaborating on full-stack engineering in a mission-focused environment. Enhance security and efficiency in diverse computing environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative solutions for GPU and HPC capacity on EC2. Manage a dynamic team, drive technical direction, and enhance customer experience through strategic roadmap executio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$94K - $198K *

Engineer innovative solutions by supporting automated DevOps pipelines and enhancing Zero Trust systems. Collaborate with senior engineers to design secure, scalable web services that empower critical...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $195K *

Unlock potential by serving as a technical expert, guiding sales teams and customers in designing and implementing complex solutions, while translating technical concepts into business value throughou...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing and optimizing virtualized infrastructures across diverse environments. Ensure system stability, security, and performance while implementing innovative solutions and s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of missile defense by leading cross-functional teams to develop innovative system-level solutions. Utilize Model Based Systems Engineering to analyze and enhance capabilities agai...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Empower the network infrastructure by managing and optimizing LAN/WAN systems, ensuring high performance and security. Provide expert support, troubleshoot issues, and enhance network capabilities thr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $158K *

Drive profitability and revenue by managing product categories, developing marketing strategies, and enhancing partner relationships. Lead a team to maximize performance and execute plans that align w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $304K *

Lead the charge in shaping next-gen cloud infrastructure by architecting and designing robust systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to innovate and optimize our IaaS and Kubernetes-based service...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Optimize network performance and security by implementing and managing infrastructure, troubleshooting issues, and providing user support. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless operations and m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading system optimizations and infrastructure management. Leverage your IT expertise while guiding a dynamic team to ensure peak performance, security, and innovation across...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Transform cloud infrastructures by designing, implementing, and managing secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate with engineers to automate deployments and support crucial services in a dynamic, fast...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in maintaining system reliability for our infrastructure team, focusing on performance-critical, user-facing solutions while partnering with engineering teams to build scalable service...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to engineer and maintain critical Windows and SQL Server systems supporting a Citrix VDI environment. Collaborate on innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with federal sta...

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  •   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.