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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$90K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales and build relationships in the public safety sector. Leverage your expertise to manage accounts, develop strategic plans, and influence technology decisions, ensurin...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Analyze technical sales opportunities from discovery to close, leveraging AI tools and client data to drive business cases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless implementation an...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales team focused on enterprise solutions. Drive revenue by building relationships with C-level executives, executing sales strategies, and leading negotiations to clo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $193K *

Shape the future of customer service by leading ServiceNow transformations, designing scalable processes, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance client onboarding and service delivery across m...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $167K *

Drive impactful ServiceNow solutions by designing, implementing, and customizing applications. Collaborate with teams, mentor developers, and ensure client satisfaction through technical excellence an...

Reston, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading the architecture and delivery of enterprise-scale applications using OutSystems. Collaborate across teams to design solutions, establish best practices, and drive innovatio...

Ottawa, ONRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic partnerships with higher education executives. Leverage your expertise in complex sales cycles to expand enterprise accounts and collaborate with internal team...

Louisiana, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $215K *

Optimize the Go-To-Market operations by driving strategic initiatives, enhancing cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring accountability. Partner closely with leadership to streamline processes an...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $251K *

Shape the future of digital transformation by leading complex data initiatives and driving strategic solutions across corporate functions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance applicatio...

Massachusetts, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by architecting and building intelligent workflows to integrate models and enterprise data into scalable, production-ready solutions that ensure compliance...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $112K *

Transform your career by leveraging your analytical skills to enhance application systems. Collaborate with teams to improve workflows, execute tests, and support mission-driven initiatives that stren...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team as you analyze and enhance enterprise applications, ensuring seamless functionality and integration. Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to drive improvements that strengt...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize and implement secure, scalable infrastructure solutions across Windows, Citrix, AWS, and Azure. Collaborate with teams to drive automation and design zero-trust architectures, enhancing infra...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize and implement scalable, secure infrastructure solutions across Windows, Citrix, AWS, and Azure. Drive automation and collaborate with teams to design zero-trust architectures, enhancing infra...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career by driving sales and developing strategic relationships within major sectors across the AMER region, ensuring revenue maximization and effective execution of account strategies...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of field operations by translating business needs into actionable user stories. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance workflow and drive standardization to create measurable opera...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $124K *

Join us to lead the acquisition and management of right of way agreements for fiber optic projects across North America, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and successful negotiation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a large-scale FHWA communications program, ensuring effective contract leadership, quality management, and stakeholder engagement across a multidisciplinary team to deliver...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Manage and lead complex infrastructure projects for financial services clients, ensuring strategic objectives are met through effective planning, execution, and collaboration. Elevate your career in a...

San Antonio, TXRemote

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the execution of complex infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while managing client relationships and project teams. Drive innovation in project delivery and enha...

Dallas, TXRemote

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead critical infrastructure projects for financial services clients, managing all phases from planning to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while mentoring junior managers...

Tempe, AZRemote

6 days ago

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

$170K - $200K *

Lead cross-functional integration of data, analytics, evaluation, and governance to enhance healthcare AI products. Drive roadmap ownership, optimize workflows, ensure data quality, and foster collabo...

Palo Alto, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the administration and development of core business systems, focusing on ServiceNow. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable solutions that enhance operations, service, and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $185K *

Lead transformative technology adoption and growth for large enterprise accounts. Drive strategic initiatives, build executive relationships, and deliver measurable outcomes through innovative solutio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K - $185K *

Transform enterprise engagement by driving technology adoption and growth. Lead strategic initiatives across large accounts, leveraging deep market insights to deliver measurable outcomes and foster e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.