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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$100K - $120K *

Champion the design and implementation of scalable Azure solutions, focusing on Infrastructure as Code and Kubernetes. Collaborate with teams to enhance cloud architecture standards and promote best p...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing scalable Azure solutions. Join a dynamic team focused on Infrastructure as Code, Kubernetes, and cloud excellence, while shaping architecture standard...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing scalable Microsoft Azure solutions. Lead Infrastructure as Code initiatives, optimize Azure Kubernetes environments, and support development teams with c...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $127K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing public safety through expert-level system administration and support for critical law enforcement communication technologies. Drive...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Manage engineering activities for complex information systems, guiding teams in requirements and solutions engineering. Oversee system integration and ensure timely delivery of geospatial intelligence...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock advanced IT solutions by providing Tier 3 support in server, cloud, and Microsoft 365 environments. Collaborate on migrations, infrastructure projects, and automation tasks, ensuring high profe...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $105K *

Contribute to the design, implementation, and support of complex IT projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and effective communication with project teams while providing advanced technical solutions...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Develop and maintain secure enterprise information systems while ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards. Collaborate across teams to administer, configure, and support systems in mission...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $257K *

Shape the future of cloud solutions by leading the design and implementation of secure cloud architectures for both classified and unclassified environments, ensuring compliance and operational excell...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $257K *

Elevate your career by leading cloud architecture for secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate across teams to design and implement classified environments. Drive modernization and ensure compliance wi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $257K *

Elevate your career by leading cloud architectures for secure environments. Design robust solutions for cloud operations, ensuring compliance and operational success while directing teams towards miss...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of operational excellence by leading engineering initiatives, driving program execution, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance performance and deliver key operationa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of a secure and performant Linux platform, leading efforts to enhance stability and application performance across a large device fleet while mentoring a skilled engineering team to dri...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Microsoft cloud projects, enhancing security, and driving O365 and Azure solutions for large U.S. Federal agencies. Collaborate on migrations, governance, a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Pioneer scalable, secure Kubernetes architecture for AWS environments, implementing zero-trust security and disaster recovery. Lead technical strategies, mentor engineers, and enhance operational effi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $215K *

Manage the entire deal process for data center acquisitions, engaging stakeholders, negotiating terms, and driving transactions to closure. Handle multiple deals with precision while optimizing commer...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by joining a dynamic team to manage and optimize high-performance computing systems, ensuring seamless support for critical NASA human spaceflight missions through innovative solut...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $113K *

Advance network infrastructure by managing, securing, and optimizing systems to ensure high performance and availability. Collaborate with IT teams to implement best practices and support business ope...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Empower your career by integrating cloud solutions with financial management. Drive innovation in cost allocation, reporting, and optimization while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance operati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join the forefront of innovation in data center customer deployments. Oversee installations and manage power distribution across complex environments, ensuring seamless integration and optimal perform...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$59K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and optimizing IT infrastructure. You'll support system administration, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure cybersecurity compliance while collaborating...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$131K - $237K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cloud solutions, enhancing system performance, and ensuring security. You'll oversee system administration in a dynamic AWS environment, managing SQL Server up...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $132K *

Elevate operational performance by managing and securing Linux systems, ensuring mission-critical environments run smoothly. Your expertise in automation and troubleshooting will enhance team efficien...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $132K *

Unlock your potential as you manage critical JWICS operations, ensuring system integrity and security. Collaborate with teams while navigating complex challenges in a fast-paced environment to support...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $310K *

Drive security innovation by shaping platform architecture and enhancing defenses against evolving threats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to instill secure practices while ensuring our custo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   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.