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 *

Shape the future of IT compliance by supporting SOX initiatives across systems and teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective controls, facilitate assessments, and drive continuous impro...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate our IT SOX compliance efforts by supporting global programs, ensuring effective controls, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across systems and business units...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $157K *

Shape initiatives by collaborating across teams to drive innovative solutions, optimize operations, and enhance efficiency. Engage in strategic planning to achieve company goals while elevating team p...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$164K - $223K *

Join our team to lead the design and verification of complex systems, ensuring performance and compatibility across all interfaces. Collaborate with engineers to optimize system architecture and mento...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $240K *

Optimize security across product lifecycles by leading assessments, advising teams, and shaping strategies to mitigate risks. Collaborate with engineering to embed security practices and enhance overa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $141K *

Join a dynamic team to drive solar PV and battery storage project development, enhancing our portfolio of renewable power plants. Collaborate on technical evaluations, RFP responses, and innovative so...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $141K *

Drive solar PV and battery storage project development, enhancing our portfolio of renewable power plants. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate project feasibility, respond to RFPs, and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$106K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading IT projects and providing advanced technical support across diverse platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and deliver exceptional customer service...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $179K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering top-tier IT systems support. Leverage your expertise in VMware, Microsoft, and Cisco technologies to diagnose and resolve complex issues while guiding junior...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $179K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing Tier II IT Systems support across diverse technologies. Leverage your expertise in systems administration to diagnose issues, guide junior engineers, and enha...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $300K *

Optimize Azure infrastructure by architecting solutions, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and managing services. Collaborate across teams to ensure security, compliance, and performance while supporting...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $116K *

Optimize business processes by analyzing requirements, facilitating UAT, and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver impactful IT solutions. Leverage expertise in Agile methodologies and documenta...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower compliance initiatives by managing validation processes and change control across regulatory environments, ensuring adherence to procedures while fostering collaborative cross-functional engag...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead power system interconnections and advanced modeling efforts within ERCOT. Drive technical studies and guide team members while ensuring high-quality analyses, effective client communication, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion the future of energy by leading technical power system interconnection efforts. Drive complex analysis and team performance to optimize generation and transmission services, shaping strategic...

Austin, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate client technology solutions by collaborating on upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure design. Engage with teams to drive innovation and ensure seamless service delivery across diverse proje...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $119K *

Unlock potential by delivering expert technical support and guidance to retailers, managing complex cases, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while mentoring team members and enhancing ope...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Optimize and maintain a robust MongoDB cluster for mission-critical applications, ensuring peak performance and reliability. Collaborate with developers to enhance data interactions and implement effe...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in maintaining a large-scale, sharded MongoDB cluster, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for mission-critical applications while collaborating with developers to enhance dat...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $248K *

Innovate security solutions by hardening containerized workloads and managing multi-cloud environments. Lead initiatives from design to implementation, ensuring robust security posture and automated i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $89K *

Join a dynamic team as a Network Administrator, providing essential IT support both onsite and remotely. You'll troubleshoot a variety of technical issues, ensuring high standards of service and clien...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform technical support for global environments by enhancing client service, managing incidents, and driving process improvements through automation and collaboration with stakeholders...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $248K *

Shape the future of cloud security by enhancing infrastructure resilience, automating security controls, and leading initiatives across multi-cloud environments to ensure robust protection and complia...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by architecting and delivering innovative AI-driven software solutions for mission-critical air traffic management systems, collaborating in an Agile environment to enhance operationa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Engage in strategic grid and interconnection analytics for solar and BESS projects. Collaborate with teams to assess interconnection viability, manage applications, and drive project success through d...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.