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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$130K - $150K *

Join us to lead North America's field and demand marketing efforts, driving pipeline and revenue through strategic programs and cross-functional collaboration with sales and marketing teams...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and innovate IT Controls and AI Resiliency projects, ensuring effective management and delivery within scope, budget, and schedule while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engage in impactful construction scheduling, collaborating with teams to analyze and optimize project timelines. Leverage your expertise to identify risks, enhance reporting, and drive project success...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and maintaining advanced IT infrastructure platforms, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate with teams to optimize solutions, automate processes, and enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $126K *

Lead and optimize subcontract management by negotiating agreements, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive successful federal contracting outcomes while mentoring junior sta...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of high-voltage transmission projects. Provide technical leadership and guidance while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to ensure project excellence a...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$288K - $500K+*

Drive new business growth and foster strategic partnerships within Federal Healthcare Agencies, leveraging expertise in Veeam solutions and deep understanding of market dynamics to enhance client rela...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead engineering initiatives for cloud operations and enterprise systems, ensuring secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cloud solutions a...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $173K *

Lead the charge in optimizing SAP FICO systems, collaborating with Finance teams to enhance financial processes, ensuring compliance, and driving impactful projects on the SAP S4 HANA platform for imp...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $149K *

Transform digital healthcare applications by supporting SDLC processes, focusing on systems analysis, quality assurance, and testing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure relia...

Albuquerque, NMRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $230K *

Transform healthcare data ecosystems as a Senior Forward Deployed Engineer, leading platform-specific builds to modernize legacy systems into AI-ready lakehouses while collaborating with client data t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the successful delivery of automation projects by managing scope, budget, and client expectations. Collaborate with teams to ensure project profitability and client satisfaction while maintaining...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$129K - $177K *

Shape the future of developer tooling by leading strategy and governance for an enterprise ecosystem. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance developer experience, drive automation, and ens...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $204K *

Champion innovative security solutions by designing automated controls and cloud architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance enterprise security and drive technical transformatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform the learning landscape by leading the design and development of innovative educational materials. You'll engage diverse teams to create immersive, high-quality training experiences using cut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform regulatory environments by configuring and supporting Veeva Vault RIM systems. Collaborate with clients to ensure compliance and reliability while implementing ongoing managed services and a...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with an innovative team designing and managing a Kubernetes control plane for seamless deployment and operations, ensuring production reliability, customer onboarding, and infrastruct...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $183K *

Engage with C-level executives to drive growth by managing strategic enterprise accounts. Utilize your SaaS expertise to navigate complex sales cycles, exceed revenue goals, and foster collaborative r...

Boston, MARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $183K *

Shape the future of enterprise sales by driving growth and closing complex deals. Own strategic accounts, build relationships with C-level executives, and leverage your SaaS expertise to exceed revenu...

San Mateo, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $204K *

Lead the design and implementation of innovative IT solutions, driving transformation for enterprise clients while ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate across teams to craft technical s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $170K *

Lead the establishment and management of an enterprise governance framework for Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) and Software Bills of Materials (SBOMs), ensuring compliance and risk management ac...

Trenton, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Optimize IT service operations by enhancing ServiceNow workflows and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver reliable services and measurable outcomes in a remote environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives in data center security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop customer relationships and achieve...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize onboarding excellence by designing impactful programs that accelerate new sales hires' productivity and ramp times in a high-growth tech environment. Collaborate across teams to ensure practi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $144K *

Advance your career by providing technical leadership in software support, analysis, and implementation. Collaborate with teams to enhance systems, ensuring quality and efficiency in upgrades and new...

Champaign, ILRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.