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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$180K - $210K *

Transform the Teamcenter PLM landscape by managing installations, configurations, and optimizations. Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot and enhance system performance while ensuring se...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Champion IT infrastructure projects by transforming business needs into actionable solutions. Collaborate across teams to analyze data, design systems, and implement technology, ensuring deliverables...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $161K *

Elevate your career as a Desktop Engineer, focusing on SCCM and Windows endpoint management. Collaborate with teams to enhance ATM/TCR imaging solutions while driving operational efficiency and innova...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Optimize site performance through analytics and insights across multiple channels. Partner with teams to create actionable reports and visualizations, driving data-driven decisions that enhance market...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$103K - $197K *

Lead the charge in IT change governance and release coordination for enterprise network services, ensuring minimal impact on operations while enhancing service reliability and compliance across multip...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $197K *

Manage enterprise network change governance and release coordination, ensuring minimal impact on operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service reliability and improve Change a...

San Antonio, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of quality engineering by driving automation, enhancing testing frameworks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust software delivery and co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform the GIS landscape by managing ArcGIS Enterprise systems, ensuring optimal performance, and driving innovative solutions in data management and automation. Collaborate with stakeholders to en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$60K - $135K *

Optimize IT support operations by managing hardware/software deployment, troubleshooting, and mentoring junior technicians. Drive effective systems administration and asset management to enhance user...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance in government construction projects. Leverage your expertise in code enforcement and architectural standards while managing multiple projects and su...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $140K *

Join a team that's pioneering secure solutions for classified data and networks. Contribute to system configuration, testing, and innovative engineering projects that enhance security for government c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a hands-on role in full stack development, leading a dynamic team to design and enhance critical applications and services. Shape technical direction, mentor peers, and ensure o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Champion the optimization and management of complex Oracle database environments, ensuring high availability and performance for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Take ownership of contract administration and performance, ensuring compliance and effective communication throughout design and closeout phases. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align desi...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Drive technical leadership for customer deployments, ensuring solutions meet requirements from design to delivery. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and maintain quality throughout the project...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $118K *

Shape the future of risk management by leading assessments and mitigation strategies. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance project outcomes through effective risk reporting and innovative solutio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $185K *

Architect and deliver innovative software solutions, enhancing IT infrastructure through application development, integration, and automation. Collaborate across the software development life cycle to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $172K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing Azure infrastructure, driving DevOps automation, and enhancing security compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize cloud environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise technology by managing Microsoft Azure and 365 services, ensuring secure and efficient cloud operations while collaborating with IT teams to drive digital tran...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Optimize technology support for Fixed Income trading, ensuring platform stability and effective incident response. Collaborate with traders and stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency in a fast...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $216K *

Lead the technical implementation of a large-scale platform modernization program, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and providing hands-on guidance across multiple teams and vendors for s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop user-centric web applications, integrating AI-driven insights for high-stakes decision-making workflows while ensuring performance and sec...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of user-centric web applications by designing and developing modern front-end solutions that integrate AI insights, ensuring secure and scalable experiences for Veterans and the VA mi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join our dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge AI platforms, enhancing decision-making workflows through innovative web applications and robust backend services. Collaborate across the full...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing engineering solutions through innovative software development. Collaborate with experts to enhance applications, support customer needs, and drive impactful research...

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.