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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$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of DevOps by designing and building CI/CD pipelines with cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to enhance their DevOps journey...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $92K *

Transform database management by overseeing SQL Server, Postgres, and Oracle systems. Ensure data integrity, security, and performance while fostering collaboration with technical teams to enhance ope...

5 days ago

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

$184K - $356K *

Join a team that's enhancing engineering workflows by developing self-service mechanisms and diagnostics for efficient workload management across systems. Collaborate to improve performance and reliab...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in AI analytics, building trusted data models, and providing actionable insights to optimize business performance. Collaborate across departments to enhance decis...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of our IT infrastructure by leading initiatives, implementing solutions, and ensuring optimal performance of systems. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to protect critical asse...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

The Team Lead Server Engineering is responsible for planning and leading the Server Engineering team in the research and implementation of new systems, as well as supporting existing systems. This rol...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $152K *

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Electrical Analytical Engineer, specializing in EMT analysis. Leverage your expertise in power systems to conduct complex calculations, optimize performance, and collabor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $231K *

Empower business transformation by bridging technical and operational needs, leading Dynamics 365 Sales implementations, and leveraging innovative solutions to enhance productivity and streamline proc...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $231K *

Lead the charge in transforming business needs into technical solutions by bridging stakeholders and IT teams. Utilize Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Platform to drive innovative CRM implementations...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $231K *

Explore a pivotal role bridging business needs and technical solutions, leading Dynamics 365 Sales implementations. Drive innovation with low-code tools and collaborate across teams to enhance operati...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$155K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and implementation of cutting-edge industrial automation solutions. This senior-level role combines technical execution, project leadership, and customer inte...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing technology infrastructure projects, ensuring seamless execution of network refreshes and hardware deployments while coordinating cross-functional teams and maintaining stak...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the development of mission-critical applications in capital markets, collaborating with engineers and business stakeholders to design and enhance software solutions. Bring your expertise in C#/.N...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$108K - $130K *

Optimize and maintain a complex IT infrastructure, ensuring system availability, performance, and security across Windows, Linux, and cloud platforms. Collaborate with teams to drive automation and ad...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $99K *

Shape the future of operational excellence as you develop business processes, enhance training materials, and support system implementations through collaboration with stakeholders and teams, driving...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional engineering initiatives for autonomous vehicles, focusing on Japan-specific projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with local requirements a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Transform the operational landscape of a dynamic healthcare practice by overseeing management, revenue cycles, and staff coordination across multiple locations, ensuring exceptional patient care and c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a dynamic healthcare practice overseeing operations, revenue cycle management, and staff supervision across multiple locations, ensuring exceptional patient care and compliance w...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive the administration and enhancement of Nagios XI monitoring systems, ensuring optimal performance and coverage across diverse environments. Collaborate with IT teams to identify gaps and implemen...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $266K *

Drive the establishment and maintenance of DevSecOps environments, collaborating with engineering teams to optimize application deployment and performance. Manage Kubernetes clusters and automate secu...

3 weeks ago

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

$162K - $288K *

Champion innovative solutions by leading system design and architecture, developing low-level software, and optimizing performance in a collaborative, high-impact environment focused on unique hardwar...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive the health and security of our hybrid infrastructure, blending hands-on support with strategic ownership. Collaborate across cloud, networking, and endpoint management to ensure seamless operati...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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

$163K - $224K *

Transform your career by automating and improving infrastructure systems, collaborating with engineering teams, and enhancing operational efficiency as part of a dynamic team focused on self-service s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $87K *

Shape the future of technology with your systems administration expertise. Collaborate on innovative projects, support multi-office initiatives, and ensure optimal system performance while thriving in...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation by building and supporting enterprise mainframe technologies that ensure scalable, secure, and reliable application testing and business operations while optimizing performance and co...

Charlotte, NCRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.