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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$115K - $150K *

Architect and streamline cloud network infrastructure. Support robust security and connectivity across Azure, OpenShift, and SASE platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring optimal p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $218K *

Join us to drive the success of our DoD IT service delivery model, ensuring high-quality, secure, and cost-effective services through effective management of the ServiceNow platform and cross-function...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower mission success by managing and securing enterprise networks, ensuring optimal performance and compliance. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance infrastructure and respond to incidents...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by designing and automating cloud infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving strategic improvements in deployment and maintenance processes across teams...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Transform your career by driving automation and efficiency in cloud engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure, streamline operations, and implement cutting-edge so...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion systems engineering efforts, leading teams in deploying advanced simulation solutions for training environments. Utilize expertise across multi-site operations to enhance naval training capab...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data center operations by overseeing the technical delivery and integration of advanced automation systems, ensuring cybersecurity and operational integrity while collaborating with diverse...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our AWS-based infrastructure, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and automating workflows. Collaborate with developers and SRE teams to ensure high availability and performance o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $185K *

Drive the security and operation of application security platforms in cloud environments. Manage Kubernetes infrastructure, automate deployments, and ensure compliance with federal standards while sup...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $100K *

Empower your career by optimizing enterprise IT systems and cloud services. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, and networking to drive innovation and enhance security in a dynamic enviro...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of the implementation and support of PeopleSoft Financial systems, leading projects and enhancing performance through advanced technical solutions and collaboration with users and teams...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$174K - $235K *

Lead the charge in capacity planning by forecasting demand and optimizing resources. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency while mentoring peers and int...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Empower your career by building capacity forecasts that drive global investment decisions. Collaborate with sales, engineering, and finance to optimize resource allocation and enhance forecasting accu...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Shape the future of capacity planning by building forecasts and collaborating with teams to optimize resource allocation. Drive efficiency and mentor peers while leveraging AI tools to enhance accurac...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Unlock growth by building and maintaining capacity forecasts, collaborating across teams to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency. Mentor peers and leverage AI tools to enhance planning accuracy...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Champion capacity planning by forecasting demand, collaborating with teams, and mentoring peers to ensure timely resource allocation and cost efficiency across regions, driving operational excellence...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Lead the charge in capacity planning by forecasting demand and optimizing resources. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency while mentoring peers and lev...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Drive capacity planning excellence by forecasting demand, collaborating with teams, and mentoring peers to optimize resource allocation and enhance operational efficiency across global markets...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Manage capacity forecasting and resource allocation to optimize cloud investments. Collaborate with sales, engineering, and finance teams to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency while mentoring...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Elevate your career by driving capacity planning and forecasting across regions. Collaborate with sales, engineering, and finance to optimize resource allocation and enhance operational efficiency whi...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Partner with us to build and maintain cloud capacity forecasts, ensuring timely resource availability and cost efficiency. Collaborate across teams to optimize cloud investments and mentor peers while...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Drive impactful capacity planning by forecasting demand and collaborating with teams to optimize resource allocation, ensuring timely delivery and cost efficiency across regions. Mentor peers and leve...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Lead the charge in capacity planning by forecasting demand and optimizing resources. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency while mentoring peers and lev...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $235K *

Unlock potential by building and maintaining capacity forecasts to guide investment decisions. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely delivery and optimize resource allocation while mentoring peers...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$240K - $265K *

Transform large-scale Linux systems through installation, support, and security. Manage day-to-day operations, monitor performance, and resolve issues, ensuring reliability and security enhancements a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.