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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in security administration and compliance operations, ensuring audit readiness and effective security controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks, coordinate audi...

Atlanta, GARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Lead the charge in transforming IT Managed Services by overseeing infrastructure migration to AWS, enhancing security, and fostering team growth while ensuring top-tier service delivery across North A...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$232K - $320K *

Champion the technical leadership of your district team, guiding them to deliver innovative cybersecurity solutions while fostering customer relationships and ensuring value realization from investmen...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $216K *

Join a team that's driving growth initiatives for the US Air Force. You'll develop strategies, manage relationships, and support pipeline development to enhance business opportunities and position the...

Mc Lean, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to drive growth in strategic enterprise accounts, managing complex sales cycles and building trust with security-focused buying committees. Leverage technical credibility to close mult...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $262K *

Elevate business development by managing key relationships in the payments industry. Leverage expertise to implement tailored strategies for complex clients, ensuring profitable growth and exceptional...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading platform engineering initiatives that enhance developer experience and operational excellence. Drive technical ownership across the software lifecycle, shaping the pla...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by leading client account management, ensuring seamless communication and performance monitoring. Drive revenue cycle outcomes through effective issue resolution and te...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of SaaS Cyber Solutions by driving pipeline generation, building partnerships, and representing the brand at key events. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer feedback and execut...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $125K *

Champion operational excellence by managing cross-regional teams, ensuring consistent performance standards, and facilitating effective agent execution. Drive strategic initiatives and resolve conflic...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Engineer high-performance storage solutions for GPU-accelerated compute. Design control-plane services and tooling for Kubernetes workloads, ensuring reliability and scalability across hybrid and air...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $154K *

Unlock potential by administering project-level IT systems, managing access, ensuring data security, and coordinating with client IT teams to support project success and compliance across multiple ini...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cloud services. Leverage your sales expertise to identify opportunities, close deals, and shape the future of enterprise technology while collaborating with se...

Idaho, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $112K *

Unlock potential by managing complex billing processes and leading a team to ensure accurate invoicing and exceptional customer service. Collaborate across departments to drive efficiency and implemen...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $197K *

Elevate your career by managing complex revenue accounting activities, leading process improvements, and collaborating across teams to enhance scalability and efficiency in a dynamic environment focus...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $134K *

Shape the future of customer success by leading the deployment of IoT solutions for enterprise clients. Your role will bridge sales and strategy, ensuring clients maximize the value of their technolog...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $170K *

Optimize customer onboarding and system integrations as a ServiceNow Technical Consultant. Drive end-to-end implementations, ensuring smooth configurations, effective UAT, and high-quality service del...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing AWS cloud infrastructure, ensuring performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions while enhancing...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Drive the design and maintenance of AWS cloud infrastructure, ensuring performance and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize analytics solutions and automate processes for o...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion compliance by developing and managing FedRAMP standards and processes. Ensure our cloud services remain secure and meet federal requirements through effective oversight and strategic initiati...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate solution design for scalable, cloud-based SaaS platforms, engaging with stakeholders to translate complex needs into actionable strategies while fostering innovation in higher education tec...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Empower innovation in mobile advertising by leveraging expertise in measurement and fraud mitigation. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance adtech solutions and navigate the evolving landscape of d...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $140K *

Optimize your career by managing enterprise-wide database environments, ensuring high availability, executing disaster recovery strategies, and supporting critical operations in a dynamic SaaS ecosyst...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining network architecture by integrating complex systems, ensuring seamless coexistence, and driving innovative solutions across global operations and joint ventures...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop and enhance enterprise-level applications using Java and J2EE. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage project implementations, ensuring quality and performance while providing 24x7...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.