Senior Storage Administrator Jobs

Discover senior storage administrator jobs on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Senior storage administrators design, operate, and improve the storage systems that keep business data available, protected, and performing reliably. Employers seek experienced specialists who can manage complex infrastructure across data centers, cloud platforms, and hybrid environments.

What Senior Storage Administrators Do

In this role, you may plan storage capacity, configure and maintain storage arrays and networked storage, monitor performance, and resolve incidents affecting critical applications. Senior administrators often guide migrations, automate routine operations, establish backup and recovery processes, and contribute to infrastructure architecture. They also coordinate with systems, network, security, application, and cloud teams to meet business requirements.

Skills and Technologies Employers Value

Common qualifications include deep experience with enterprise storage platforms, SAN and NAS technologies, storage networking, virtualization, and data protection. Employers may also value familiarity with cloud storage, hybrid infrastructure, scripting and automation, high availability, disaster recovery, and capacity and performance planning. Clear communication, methodical troubleshooting, and the ability to lead technical projects are important in senior-level positions.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Senior storage administrators work in industries with demanding data availability and security needs, including finance, healthcare, technology, government, and large enterprise organizations. Depending on the employer, responsibilities may lead toward storage engineering, infrastructure architecture, cloud operations, or technical leadership. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles that align with their expertise and career goals.

Find Senior Storage Administrator Jobs on Ladders

Browse senior storage administrator openings to compare responsibilities, required technologies, and compensation. Review each listing for details about the environment and qualifications, then apply to opportunities that match your experience in enterprise storage and data infrastructure.

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$115K - $138K *

Manage complex data center deployment projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment among stakeholders. Oversee planning, execution, and closeout while maintaining budget and risk controls in fast...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to design, implement, and maintain enterprise infrastructure solutions across mission-critical environments, ensuring operational excellence and collaboration with cybersecurity te...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $135K *

Join a team that's leading systems engineering efforts for critical space operations, managing risks, integrating projects, and ensuring compliance with objectives while collaborating with diverse sta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $230K *

Lead critical systems engineering initiatives to enhance national security. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, implement, and maintain advanced IT solutions for the Department of Defense, ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform large-scale data center plumbing systems by leading design efforts, collaborating with engineers, and ensuring compliance with codes. Drive innovative solutions while managing project budget...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead innovative plumbing design for hyperscale data centers, ensuring high-quality solutions and collaboration with stakeholders. Drive project success through technical expertise and effective commun...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Innovate plumbing systems for hyperscale data centers, leading design efforts and collaborating with engineers. Drive technical solutions, ensure quality control, and manage project budgets while work...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative plumbing solutions for hyperscale data centers. Lead design efforts, collaborate with engineers, and ensure quality control while managing project specifications and client presenta...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing our IT platforms, ensuring seamless integration across departments. This hands-on role requires expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, and various business appli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower end users by providing expert technical support and mentorship. Lead initiatives to enhance user experience and technology adoption while ensuring exceptional service and collaboration within...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $145K *

Lead strategic workforce planning initiatives to optimize human resource allocation, analyze workforce needs, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance organizational performance and efficiency...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining infrastructure architecture and modernization. Lead initiatives across datacenter, cloud, and networking platforms while driving automation and security standards to enha...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Support clients by providing strategic technical guidance and consulting, ensuring alignment with their business needs and operational priorities while leveraging industry expertise and technical know...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading maintenance planning and scheduling efforts to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate cross-functional...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform large-scale data center plumbing systems as a lead engineer. Collaborate with teams, provide technical expertise, and ensure quality control while delivering innovative solutions to meet cli...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

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

$175K - $317K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise hardware and software-defined infrastructure. Collaborate across disciplines to drive innovation, enhance performance, and ensure seamless integrati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $321K *

Champion the delivery of large-scale private cloud solutions, coordinating diverse teams and technologies to ensure successful outcomes. Lead complex programs from pre-sales through deployment, drivin...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $321K *

Lead complex, large-scale private cloud programs, ensuring seamless integration across multiple technologies and teams. Drive alignment, manage risks, and deliver innovative solutions while engaging w...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $321K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex, large-scale private cloud solutions by coordinating multiple technologies and teams. Drive alignment, manage risks, and ensure successful outcomes across diverse...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $279K *

Manage and deliver large-scale, multi-site private cloud solutions, coordinating diverse teams and technologies. Drive alignment across stakeholders, ensuring successful outcomes from pre-sales throug...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$182K - $247K *

Pioneer innovative storage solutions for enterprise NAS migrations and EDA. Collaborate with engineering and strategy teams to drive adoption and educate stakeholders on best practices in the AWS ecos...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $100K *

Administer and optimize Oracle database environments, ensuring performance, security, and availability. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, implement solutions, and maintain documentation f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Champion data management excellence by leading initiatives that support DoD programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in data processes, enhancin...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Transform organizational data strategies by designing, building, and managing scalable data pipelines and architecture. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable access to actionable insights that d...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior storage administrator do?question toggle

    A senior storage administrator manages and improves enterprise data storage systems. Typical responsibilities include configuring storage platforms, monitoring capacity and performance, troubleshooting issues, supporting backups and disaster recovery, and coordinating infrastructure projects.

  • What skills are commonly required for senior storage administrator jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek experience with enterprise storage arrays, SAN and NAS, storage networking, virtualization, backup and recovery, and performance management. Scripting, cloud storage, automation, and strong communication skills may also be valuable.

  • Do senior storage administrators need cloud experience?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer, but many organizations value experience with cloud storage and hybrid environments alongside traditional data-center infrastructure. Check each job listing for the specific platforms and skills required.

  • How much do senior storage administrator jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, experience, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary details.

  • Where can I find senior storage administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse senior storage administrator listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more and review each role’s responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation information.