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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$153K - $213K *

Take ownership of a customer-facing product area, driving strategy and execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experience, leverage AI, and achieve key performance metrics while deli...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $275K *

Lead multi-domain technical strategies and solutions, guiding clients to align technology with business goals. Mentor teams while owning solution architecture through the entire lifecycle, ensuring co...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage in leading a diverse technical team to drive innovative engineering solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives while fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and t...

Warren, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $163K *

Shape the future of our Elastic SIEM solution by leading design, operation, and optimization efforts. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance security, availability, and performance while drivin...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $170K *

Engage with high-revenue clients to foster growth through strategic relationship building, ensuring maximum value delivery from services while identifying new sales opportunities within assigned terri...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving financial insights and pricing strategies to enhance profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support client proposals and contract renewals while navigatin...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $149K *

Unlock potential by delivering advanced analytics and reporting solutions that enhance clinical outcomes and operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to bridge clinical operations and IT...

Norfolk, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$178K - $200K *

Join us to shape the future of observability in infrastructure. Lead technical direction, mentor engineers, and enhance our metrics and logging platforms while driving automation and AI integration ac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing secure integrations for federal systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary partners to deliver reliable services and enhance user outcomes in a remote enviro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful solutions by analyzing complex clinical and technical processes. Collaborate with departments to enhance systems, manage upgrades, and mentor team members while ensuring user needs are...

Greenville, SCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading the development and support of Dynamics 365 and Power Apps solutions, ensuring compliance and enhancing user experience through effective sprint-based methodologies and int...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by managing high-value client relationships, driving growth, and enhancing satisfaction in the independent broker/dealer channel. Collaborate cross-functionally to elevate client expe...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative automation solutions for global data center projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design advanced control systems and ensure compliance with engineering standards wh...

Phoenix, AZRemote

5 days ago

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

$192K - $266K *

Drive best-in-class travel support through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Oversee lodging, flights, and customer advocacy, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and exception...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $165K *

Execute strategic sales initiatives in the SLED Central region, leveraging established relationships to drive growth and adoption of Cloudera's solutions. Collaborate with partners and key decision-ma...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining network administration by leading the Americas region's network strategy, design, and operations. Oversee a skilled team, ensuring robust security and performance across...

Rochester, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Explore innovative strategies for organizational change management, driving successful project transitions and integrating emerging technologies while ensuring effective communication and collaboratio...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $164K *

Drive end-to-end design execution for major data center projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure alignment with safety, sustainability, and commercial goals throughout the project lifecycle...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $166K *

Empower engineering teams to excel in electric utility projects nationwide while optimizing project performance through strategic leadership and client collaboration. Drive business growth by managing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client services through effective enablement. You'll collaborate closely with practice leads, drive training initiatives, and leverage AI tools to boost deliv...

Charlotte, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence in the Remote Operations Center, overseeing real-time market commitments and compliance. Lead a team to ensure efficient generation unit management and effective communica...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$166K - $238K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineers in cloud operations, driving reliability and automation. Collaborate across departments to optimize performance and enhance mission-critical services for government cl...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise solution implementations by leading requirements analysis, designing scalable architectures, and delivering innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and manage c...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Empower our mission by developing and maintaining integrated master schedules, ensuring timely delivery and compliance across multiple stakeholders in a dynamic environment. Your expertise will drive...

Chantilly, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $205K *

Engage with customers to drive adoption and value realization of solutions, managing relationships and risks while supporting highly regulated environments. Collaborate with technical stakeholders to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.