Senior Windows Administrator Jobs

Explore senior Windows Administrator jobs for experienced IT professionals who design, secure, and maintain the systems organizations rely on. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on Windows Server, enterprise infrastructure, identity management, and cloud migration.

What Senior Windows Administrators Do

Senior Windows Administrators oversee the availability, performance, and security of Windows-based environments. They manage Windows Server systems, Active Directory and Group Policy, troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, automate routine operations, and help plan upgrades and migrations. Depending on the organization, the role may also include hybrid cloud administration, disaster recovery, endpoint management, and technical mentoring.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for deep experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, PowerShell, DNS, DHCP, virtualization platforms, and enterprise backup and monitoring tools. Knowledge of Azure or other cloud services, identity and access management, security best practices, and infrastructure-as-code can strengthen a candidate’s profile. Senior administrators are also expected to communicate clearly, document systems, and lead projects across IT teams.

Senior Windows Administrator Salaries

Compensation varies by location, industry, scope, and experience. Senior-level positions may offer salaries of $100,000 or more, particularly when they involve large-scale environments, specialized security responsibilities, cloud expertise, or team leadership. Review each listing for details about compensation, benefits, and work arrangements.

Find Your Next Windows Administration Role

Browse vetted Senior Windows Administrator openings on Ladders and compare opportunities that match your technical strengths and career goals. Use job alerts and a focused résumé highlighting measurable improvements in uptime, security, automation, and infrastructure performance to support your search.

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$120K - $145K *

Champion innovation by leading the development of a modern auction platform, collaborating across teams to deliver scalable, maintainable software solutions that enhance digital marketplace operations...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Empower mining projects by leading instrumentation and controls engineering efforts. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance and excellence in design, a...

Denver, CORemote

3 days ago

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

$79K - $194K *

Champion the standardization of financial posting logic across Oracle EBS, ensuring compliance and audit readiness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance federal financial processes and s...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $137K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing interactive dashboards that enhance program performance insights. Collaborate with teams to translate data into actionable visualizations, driving informed...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$121K - $208K *

Transform operational efficiencies by designing and deploying high-performance integration solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experiences and ensure data integrity across multi-t...

New York, NYRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $105K *

Contribute to the development and support of advanced missile systems as a systems engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the capabilities of critical defense technologies while...

Pittsfield, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $151K *

Administer and enhance collaboration platforms, ensuring seamless integration and automation across teams. Collaborate with cross-functional departments to optimize workflows and improve operational e...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive quality assurance for modern healthcare applications, ensuring reliability and maintainability through automated testing, API validation, and collaboration in an Agile environment. Contribute to...

Georgia, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Technical Services Analyst, leveraging your data expertise to deliver complex data migration projects for diverse clients. Drive efficiency through automation and desig...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $204K *

Lead the charge in designing robust Azure architectures across large-scale programs. Influence and guide technical strategies to connect client objectives with impactful, scalable solutions while fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $202K *

Drive customer success by serving as a technical expert, guiding implementations and optimizing strategies for Harness AppSec solutions. Collaborate with clients to ensure they achieve maximum value a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of large-scale construction programs. Leverage your expertise in scheduling and project management to drive successful delivery across diverse sectors, ensuring p...

Eunice, NMRemote

4 days ago

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

$120K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction schedules, ensuring timely delivery across diverse sectors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement best practices and maintain project i...

Seattle, WARemote

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the implementation and support of automation and orchestration platforms, collaborating with technology teams to enhance processes and develop reusable web applications, ensuring high availabili...

Vienna, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the enhancement of security measures for cloud-based healthcare solutions, focusing on vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $195K *

Drive the development of the Hypori app for Windows while enhancing iOS and Android functionalities. Collaborate in an agile environment, focusing on secure software practices, troubleshooting, and de...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $338K *

Champion new business growth by leveraging your Private Equity expertise to drive AI-led transformation. Own the sales cycle from prospecting to contract closure, ensuring tailored solutions that deli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful solutions for Veterans by managing a cross-functional agile team, driving product direction, and fostering collaboration across multiple stakeholders to enhance...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform identity and access management by executing daily operations, supporting AI tooling, and managing SaaS vendor administration. This role offers hands-on experience and a clear growth path tow...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in optimizing virtualization systems by leveraging KVM expertise, ensuring seamless installations, upgrades, and maintenance of Windows servers in a VMware environment while delivering...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing scalable data solutions, orchestrating pipelines, and supporting advanced analytics in cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to deliver robust data a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $153K *

Unlock potential by leading utility planning and advisory projects, focusing on transmission system analysis, generator interconnection applications, and client guidance for ISO feasibility studies. J...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$235K - $265K *

Play a key role in driving customer success by designing scalable data management solutions. Collaborate with sales and technical teams to deliver innovative architectures for diverse workloads across...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $255K *

Partner with us to drive revenue growth by engaging in sales pursuits, demonstrating business value, and advising teams on value management principles to ensure successful customer outcomes and impact...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of Microsoft 365 management by defining and delivering security, governance, and multi-tenant capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Windows Administrator do?question toggle

    A Senior Windows Administrator manages and improves an organization’s Windows infrastructure, including Windows Server, Active Directory, system security, automation, troubleshooting, and recovery planning.

  • What skills are commonly required for Senior Windows Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Common qualifications include experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, PowerShell, DNS, DHCP, virtualization, monitoring, and backup systems. Many employers also value Azure or hybrid-cloud experience, security knowledge, and strong communication skills.

  • How much do Senior Windows Administrators earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on experience, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for specific salary and benefits information.

  • Do Senior Windows Administrator roles require certifications?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer. Relevant Microsoft, Azure, security, or virtualization certifications may help demonstrate expertise, but many employers also prioritize hands-on experience and a record of successfully managing enterprise systems.

  • Where can I find Senior Windows Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Senior Windows Administrator listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.