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Explore Application Administrator jobs that pay $100,000 or more on Ladders. Application Administrators keep essential business software reliable, secure, and ready for users. They configure and maintain applications, manage access, troubleshoot incidents, coordinate updates, and work with technical teams and business stakeholders to improve performance and availability.

What Does an Application Administrator Do?

Application Administrators oversee the day-to-day operation of enterprise and business applications. Depending on the organization and platform, responsibilities may include user provisioning, role and permission management, configuration, release coordination, system monitoring, issue resolution, documentation, and vendor coordination. They may also support audits, data integrity, integrations, and change-management processes.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience administering platforms such as ERP, CRM, HRIS, IT service management, or other enterprise software. Useful qualifications include strong troubleshooting and communication skills, familiarity with identity and access management, an understanding of databases and integrations, and experience with scripting, reporting, or cloud environments. Requirements vary by application and industry; platform-specific certifications can be an advantage.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Application Administrator roles can lead to senior administration, application management, systems analysis, enterprise applications, IT operations, or platform ownership. Some professionals specialize in a particular product or business function, while others build broader expertise across application portfolios. The role often involves close collaboration with security, infrastructure, development, support, and business teams.

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System Administrator

$120K - $220K *

Empower your career by managing critical Linux infrastructure and virtualization platforms. Ensure stability and security in both classified and unclassified environments while supporting day-to-day o...

Fort George G Meade, MD (Anne Arundel County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

System Administrator

$120K - $220K *

Optimize critical Linux infrastructure and virtualization platforms while ensuring security and availability in classified and unclassified environments. Collaborate on daily operations, vulnerability...

Meade, KS (Meade County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

System Administrator

$80K - $200K *

Elevate mission-critical operations by administering Linux systems, ensuring reliability and security in a secure government environment while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance infrastru...

Annapolis Junction, MD (Howard County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

System Administrator

$80K - $200K *

Manage and maintain critical enterprise infrastructure, ensuring system reliability and security in a secure government environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance performance and suppo...

Annapolis, MD (Anne Arundel County)In-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

System Administrator, VI (Virtual Infrastructure)

$140K - $150K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and securing a complex Virtual Machine Operating Environment, ensuring optimal performance and compliance across 300+ VMs while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

Hawaii, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

System Administrator, VI (Virtual Infrastructure)

$140K - $150K *

Manage and enhance the security and performance of a complex Virtual Machine Operating Environment, ensuring compliance and operational integrity across 300+ VMs while collaborating with cross-functio...

Camp H M Smith, HI (Honolulu County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

System Administrator II

$80K - $95K *

Manage and optimize IT infrastructure by administering servers, cloud services, and virtualization tools. Collaborate with teams to deliver effective solutions while ensuring system reliability and pe...

Albuquerque, NM (Bernalillo County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

ServiceNow System Administrator

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer experiences by managing and optimizing the ServiceNow platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure stability, security, and performance while driving continu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

IT Administrator

$80K - $95K *

Optimize our internal IT systems and security posture while managing user access, supporting AWS operations, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with the COO to enhance efficiency and maintain a secu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Configuration System Administrator

$130K - $135K *

Unlock your potential as a Configuration System Administrator, supporting critical IT operations and security documentation for a multi-year contract. Engage in configuration management and ensure mis...

Dayton, OH (Montgomery County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Enterprise Applications Administrator

$87K - $97K *

Drive the optimization and support of enterprise SaaS applications, focusing on Microsoft tools like SharePoint Online and Azure DevOps. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance efficiency, manage lic...

Dallas, TX (Dallas County)In-Person

Yesterday

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

Enterprise Applications Administrator

$87K - $97K *

Optimize enterprise SaaS applications by administering Microsoft tools, ensuring effective support, and enhancing application efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline processes, manage...

Seattle, WA (King County)In-Person

Yesterday

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

Enterprise Applications Administrator

$87K - $97K *

Join a team that's optimizing enterprise SaaS applications, focusing on Microsoft tools like SharePoint Online and Azure DevOps. Drive efficiency, manage licenses, and enhance user experience while co...

Wausau, WI (Marathon County)In-Person

Yesterday

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

Enterprise Applications Administrator

$87K - $97K *

Elevate enterprise application management by administering Microsoft SaaS solutions, optimizing performance, and ensuring seamless user support. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance efficiency and...

Chicago, IL (Cook County)In-Person

Yesterday

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

Enterprise Applications Administrator

$87K - $97K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise applications by administering and optimizing Microsoft SaaS tools. Collaborate with IT and business teams to enhance efficiency, manage licenses, and streamline supp...

Minneapolis, MN (Hennepin County)In-Person

Yesterday

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

Enterprise Applications Administrator

$87K - $97K *

Elevate your career by managing enterprise SaaS applications, focusing on Microsoft tools like SharePoint Online and Azure DevOps. Collaborate with teams to optimize application performance, streamlin...

Cincinnati, OH (Hamilton County)In-Person

Yesterday

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

System Administrator

$143K - $242K *

Drive operational excellence by managing high-performance computing systems, enhancing infrastructure, and collaborating with teams to ensure seamless IT operations and support for evolving mission re...

Annapolis Junction, MD (Howard County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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System Administrator

$143K - $242K *

Unlock your potential by supporting high-performance computing systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure, streamline processes, and ensure secure operations in a dynamic datacenter env...

Annapolis, MD (Anne Arundel County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Application Administrator

$75K - $110K *

Support and enhance enterprise software applications by configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure application stability and security while driving continu...

Los Angeles, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person

Yesterday

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

System Administrator

$65K - $103K *

Partner with us to enhance system performance and security as a System Administrator. You'll manage Windows and Linux environments, implement automation, and ensure compliance with cybersecurity stand...

Arnold Afb, TN (Coffee County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Jira Administrator

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing JIRA systems to enhance data integration and operational visibility. Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows and support Agile methodologies in a dynamic environme...

Fort Washington, MD (Prince Georges County)In-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

WINDOWS SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR

$80K - $95K *

Champion critical IT resources as a Windows System Administrator, ensuring 24/7 operations and compliance in a classified environment. Leverage your expertise to enhance IT architecture and maintain s...

Dayton, OH (Montgomery County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

System Administrator

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing and optimizing Linux systems, virtual machines, and network infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable services and support both classified and unclassif...

Annapolis Junction, MD (Howard County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

System Administrator

$80K - $95K *

Join us to manage and enhance internal and customer environments, ensuring optimal performance of Linux servers, virtual machines, and network infrastructure while supporting both classified and uncla...

Annapolis, MD (Anne Arundel County)In-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

System Administrator

$80K - $95K *

Engage with us to manage and secure mission-critical systems, ensuring reliability and performance in high-stakes environments. Your expertise in Linux, Windows, and containerized applications will be...

Springboro, OH (Warren County)In-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an Application Administrator?question toggle

    An Application Administrator manages the configuration, access, maintenance, and ongoing operation of business or enterprise software so it remains reliable and useful to its users.

  • What does an Application Administrator do day to day?question toggle

    Typical duties include managing user accounts and permissions, configuring application settings, monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, coordinating upgrades and releases, documenting changes, and working with vendors or internal technical teams.

  • What skills are important for Application Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include application or platform administration, problem-solving, access management, clear communication, change control, and familiarity with integrations, databases, reporting, or scripting. Specific requirements depend on the software and employer.

  • What qualifications do employers look for?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for relevant IT or application support experience and hands-on knowledge of the platforms they use. A degree or product certification may be preferred for some roles, but requirements vary.

  • How can I find Application Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Application Administrator listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more and compare positions based on platform, responsibilities, and experience level.