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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$150K - $185K *

Transform enterprise Linux environments by deploying, managing, and securing RHEL systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance infrastructure reliability and compliance while driving automation and pr...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $120K *

Help us unlock potential by providing proactive IT support to end-users, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues to drive productivity. Collaborate in a hybrid role that fosters teamwor...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Manage comprehensive test programs by developing methodologies, analyzing outcomes, and ensuring quality across multiple projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks and deliver effective...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $135K *

Oversee the administration and operational integrity of the Yardi platform, ensuring system stability and user management across a multifamily portfolio. Lead a team, resolve complex issues, and enhan...

2 weeks ago

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

$107K - $135K *

Transform your career with a senior role overseeing Yardi systems administration, ensuring operational integrity and user management across a multifamily portfolio. Lead projects, manage a team, and e...

2 weeks ago

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

$73K - $115K *

Optimize virtual desktop environments by administering and supporting Horizon VDI systems. Leverage extensive experience in VMware and application packaging to enhance performance and user experience...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $137K *

Drive advanced Microsoft 365 solutions to enhance productivity and support national security missions. Collaborate with teams to optimize SharePoint, Teams, and Dynamics 365 environments while ensurin...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Process Engineer, optimizing renewable energy processes, enhancing plant performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic environment focused...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Execute complex cloud and data center implementations, ensuring technical ownership from kickoff to successful customer handoff. Collaborate with teams to assess readiness, manage risks, and deliver a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex cloud and data center solutions by leading implementations, ensuring technical readiness, and delivering exceptional customer support throughout the project lifecycle. Drive innovati...

Savannah, GARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive application security excellence by conducting penetration tests, secure code reviews, and vulnerability assessments. Collaborate with teams to enhance security practices and communicate findings...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing enterprise-level Windows and virtualization infrastructure. Work hands-on within multiple datacenters to support, enhance, and future-proof systems and solu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Transform IT operations by enhancing automation and infrastructure as code. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes, manage core services, and drive efficiency while supporting a highly technic...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $235K *

Drive innovation by leading systems engineering efforts, managing Agile teams, and ensuring seamless integration and testing. Collaborate with diverse experts to deliver impactful solutions in a missi...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower our corporate IT systems by providing vital support, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing services. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will enhance employee experiences and contribute...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform engineering practices and drive platform evolution by enhancing CI/CD, cloud-native technologies, and developer tools. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable solutions while mentoring...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $146K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee statewide desktop support operations, ensuring effective technology deployment and user support. Drive continuous improvement in endpoint management and enhance service...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$109K - $224K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise systems as you lead infrastructure modernization, zero-trust security, and automation initiatives. Drive strategic governance and optimize complex environments for r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $221K *

Innovate enterprise systems architecture and drive infrastructure modernization. Lead automation, optimize security, and implement zero-trust principles across complex environments while ensuring comp...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive security excellence by overseeing SAP disciplines, collaborating with government and industry partners, and ensuring compliance with personnel security policies to protect critical DoD programs...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead enterprise asset hardening initiatives to enhance security posture and reduce technology risk. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with security standards and drive conti...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise asset hardening initiatives to enhance security posture and reduce technology risk. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with security standards and best pract...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality software solutions. Manage the end-to-end software development lifecycle, focusing on scalability, maintainability, and security while collabora...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $172K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and securing a hybrid IT environment. Oversee Windows and Linux systems, cloud operations, and identity management while ensuring optimal performance and secur...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$117K - $163K *

Elevate your career by driving system development and integration in a dynamic engineering environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, manage architecture, and ensure...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.