Explore Server Administrator Jobs

Find Server Administrator jobs that match your experience and career goals on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Server administrators help keep the technology behind businesses reliable, secure, and available. From managing servers and operating systems to supporting cloud environments and responding to incidents, these professionals play a central role in IT operations.

What Does a Server Administrator Do?

Server administrators install, configure, maintain, and monitor physical and virtual servers. Their work may include managing Windows or Linux systems, applying patches, monitoring performance, troubleshooting outages, maintaining backups, and documenting infrastructure. Depending on the organization, the role can also involve virtualization, cloud services, identity and access management, and disaster recovery planning.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with server operating systems, networking fundamentals, scripting and automation, monitoring tools, and security best practices. Familiarity with cloud platforms, virtualization technologies, configuration management, and backup solutions can be valuable. Communication, methodical problem-solving, and the ability to prioritize incidents are also important, especially in environments that support critical business services.

Server Administrator Career Opportunities

Server administration roles span industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, government, and enterprise services. With experience, professionals may progress into senior systems administration, infrastructure engineering, cloud operations, IT management, or cybersecurity. Job scope and compensation vary by employer, location, technical specialization, and level of responsibility.

Find Vetted Server Administrator Jobs on Ladders

Browse Server Administrator opportunities on Ladders and discover vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, required expertise, work arrangement, and compensation details to find opportunities aligned with your next career move.

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$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving sales growth and market leadership for Digital Plant solutions. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies, manage key accounts, and ensure high-quality project delivery w...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $265K *

Join a team that's redefining service line leadership in the pharma/biotech sector. Drive growth, manage client relationships, and deliver expert project management while fostering collaboration and i...

Fishers, INRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $173K *

Lead the transformation of identity lifecycle management by optimizing IAM processes, ensuring seamless integration with cloud-native solutions, and driving strategic initiatives that enhance security...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $108K *

Transform energy management by serving as the technical lead for client portfolios, ensuring optimal performance of solar systems and storage technologies while fostering strong relationships and driv...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to streamline operations by transforming manual tasks into efficient automation solutions. Leverage your expertise in Ansible, Terraform, and CI/CD to enhance productivity across diver...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise application security by leading initiatives in vulnerability analysis, policy implementation, and developer enablement. Collaborate with teams to enhance secure coding practices a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Empower legal executives by driving membership growth through strategic outreach, leveraging AI tools, and maintaining deep industry insights to enhance engagement and conversion rates in a dynamic, f...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize site operations by managing complex projects, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among teams to drive clinical study success. Lead recruitment, training, and project implementat...

North Carolina, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$205K - $278K *

Empower strategic growth by shaping and executing initiatives that drive corporate development. Collaborate closely with C-suite executives, influence key decisions, and lead high-priority projects to...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer and optimize virtualization infrastructure, ensuring seamless operation and support for Azure and VMWare environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $170K *

Join us to redefine the customer journey for our shared hosting platform, focusing on retention and user experience. You'll lead strategy and execution, ensuring customers thrive post-purchase and enh...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with customers to evaluate and implement solutions, driving technical discovery and adoption. Collaborate with sales teams to demonstrate value, manage multiple projects, and identify expansion...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity measures by assessing security controls, managing risks, and guiding a team of experts to ensure compliance and resilience across systems. Drive innovative s...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $250K *

Empower a dynamic team of Dell Specialty Sales Specialists to drive refresh opportunities across storage, servers, and end-user computing. Lead training, manage sales processes, and align with interna...

Texas, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming public sector consulting by guiding organizations through digital transformation and ERP implementations, while managing high-impact teams and fostering client relation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in strategic partner ecosystem development to drive revenue growth and create innovative channel programs for sustained business success. Manage regional channel business and enhance existing p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $144K *

Champion growth by driving sales to independent restaurants, managing leads, and building relationships. Collaborate with peers to enhance sales strategies and deliver value through innovative technol...

Cleveland, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $125K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $101K *

Transform your career by driving revenue growth and managing sales cycles in a dynamic inside sales role. Collaborate with teams to build relationships, close deals, and expand customer accounts while...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion operational excellence by leading trade lifecycle management, ensuring accurate processing of trades, margin calls, and customer accounts while collaborating with Compliance, Risk, and Financ...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$77K - $163K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by developing and delivering robust solutions. Collaborate across departments to implement high-level architectures, ensuring seamless support for diverse workloads whil...

Sterling, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $155K *

Drive regional website strategy for multiple international markets. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experience, support AEO/SEO initiatives, and manage web performance metrics. Lead exp...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Software Developer, driving the design and deployment of cutting-edge AI platforms. Collaborate across the full stack to create intelligent applications that enhan...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as the primary relationship owner for automotive dealer accounts, focusing on customer retention, product adoption, and strategic growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

Alberta, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $185K *

Champion the future of defense solutions by driving new business, building relationships, and leading contract execution. Own a diverse portfolio while adapting to evolving challenges and ensuring cus...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Server Administrator do?question toggle

    A Server Administrator maintains an organization’s server infrastructure. Common responsibilities include configuring systems, monitoring performance, installing updates, troubleshooting issues, managing backups, and helping protect systems from security threats.

  • What skills are important for Server Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for knowledge of Windows or Linux administration, networking, server monitoring, troubleshooting, security practices, and scripting. Experience with cloud platforms, virtualization, automation, and disaster recovery may also be useful.

  • What qualifications do employers require for Server Administrator roles?question toggle

    Requirements vary by position. Many employers value hands-on IT or systems administration experience, relevant technical training, and certifications in operating systems, networking, or cloud technologies. Check each job listing for its specific requirements.

  • How can a Server Administrator advance their career?question toggle

    Server Administrators may advance into senior systems administration, infrastructure engineering, cloud engineering, IT operations leadership, or security-focused roles by building expertise in automation, cloud services, architecture, and team leadership.

  • Are Server Administrator jobs on Ladders vetted and high-paying?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Availability and compensation depend on the specific position, employer, location, and qualifications; review individual listings for details.