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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$68K - $131K *

Empower critical programs by providing IT systems administration in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop secure, efficient solutions for classified information systems, ens...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Join us to manage and maintain Linux and Windows systems for classified data, ensuring operational availability and troubleshooting technical issues in a dynamic federal program environment...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Costpoint System Administrator, overseeing Deltek Costpoint ERP management, ensuring system security, compliance, and seamless integrations while supporting finance and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $218K *

Drive network security and infrastructure excellence by managing advanced firewalls, optimizing connectivity, and leading technical initiatives to support critical operations and enhance performance a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize and secure Windows-based and cloud infrastructures while ensuring compliance with NERC CIP standards. Drive automation, enhance system reliability, and collaborate across teams to support app...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of IT systems and network engineering by leveraging your expertise in complex LAN/WAN infrastructure. Provide top-tier support and collaborate with customers to design secure and effi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore a pivotal role in maintaining Linux and Windows infrastructure, supporting critical DevOps and operational systems across multiple environments. Collaborate with a diverse team to ensure syste...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading system optimizations and infrastructure management. Leverage your IT expertise while guiding a dynamic team to ensure peak performance, security, and innovation across...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by managing VMware environments, enterprise storage solutions, and Windows Server systems. Contribute to security implementations and compliance while supporting various network and i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion critical IT resources as a Windows System Administrator, ensuring 24/7 operations and compliance in a classified environment. Leverage your expertise to enhance IT architecture and maintain s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Deliver comprehensive storage support across multiple sites, enhancing performance and reliability in a high-performance, multi-vendor environment. Troubleshoot issues, conduct capacity planning, and...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing expert storage support across diverse sites, enhancing performance in a multi-vendor environment. Troubleshoot, optimize, and ensure reliability in high-performance st...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Help us shape the future of systems administration by managing secure, scalable infrastructure and providing critical support for government operations, ensuring optimal performance and compliance in...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $156K *

Transform complex Active Directory infrastructures by leveraging your expertise in engineering, securing, and optimizing enterprise-level directory services. Collaborate with teams to enhance security...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the administration and engineering of Microsoft infrastructure, ensuring security and compliance across Microsoft 365, Azure Government, and endpoint management. Drive impr...

Washington, DCRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the administration and engineering of Microsoft infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security across Microsoft 365, Azure Government, and endpoint management. Drive projects and mento...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Transform military systems by leading a multidisciplinary team in the design, development, and testing of embedded systems, ensuring compliance with customer requirements throughout the program lifecy...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing solid rocket motor technology projects, ensuring effective execution and collaboration across teams. Drive industrial base analysis and sustainment planning to enhance prop...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate your career by managing solid rocket motor technology projects, conducting industrial base analyses, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance propulsion systems. This role combines engin...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of intelligence systems integration by leading efforts to ensure seamless interoperability across multi-discipline analysis platforms, enhancing operational readiness and data-dri...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of military intelligence by leading system integration efforts, ensuring seamless interoperability of advanced analytics and data platforms to enhance operational readiness and decisi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Support critical integration tasks and troubleshoot workflows to enhance data sharing and interoperability within Army intelligence systems, ensuring seamless operations and modernization efforts...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing terrestrial sensor integration for Army intelligence, ensuring seamless operational capabilities and strategic alignment across multiple defense sectors. Drive innovation...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate systems engineering excellence by leading critical activities for a high-priority defense program. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet stringent...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead critical systems engineering efforts for a high-priority nuclear modernization program, ensuring innovative solutions meet mission requirements while adhering to schedule and cost constraints. Co...

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.