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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$110K - $130K *

Elevate global post-market surveillance by leading a team focused on safety, compliance, and performance of medical devices. Drive field actions, analyze data, and collaborate cross-functionally to en...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $139K *

Champion the development of innovative data solutions, leveraging Azure pipelines to create robust data assets. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex requirements into effective technical...

North Liberty, IARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Drive rapid service restoration by leading IT incident management processes, ensuring effective communication and coordination for critical incidents. Leverage expertise in troubleshooting and support...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer growth within established enterprise accounts, improving retention and driving measurable expansion by engaging new stakeholders and increasing contract value while collaborating closely with...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving the future of cybersecurity by leading technical security control initiatives. Your expertise will shape enterprise security across multiple domains, ensuring effective cont...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $180K *

Empower your career as you manage a territory, driving sales and building relationships with prestigious clients. Collaborate with a talented team to enhance customer experiences and maintain market l...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming the Order-to-Cash process by integrating global strategies, optimizing operations, and leveraging AI to enhance cash flow and customer experience across the enterprise...

Southfield, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $203K *

Empower the distribution strategy by designing and managing rate content across channels, ensuring accurate delivery and partner trust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable progra...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $97K *

Empower learners by designing innovative educational experiences that enhance cybersecurity training. Collaborate with experts to create engaging content and lead projects that meet diverse learning n...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$110K - $170K *

Drive excellence in cyber incident response by leading a dynamic team, ensuring effective operations, and fostering collaboration across departments to safeguard against cyber threats in a fast-paced...

Orlando, FLRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$165K - $185K *

Grow your career with us by leading complex electrical power solutions projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for mission-critical facilities, ensuring projects meet...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the design and deployment of clinical applications by leading MLOps initiatives, optimizing workflows, and integrating advanced technologies to enhance operational efficiency and patient care...

Miami, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$92K - $115K *

Shape the future of Medium Voltage support by leading a dynamic team, enhancing customer satisfaction, and driving operational efficiency across regions. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure top-t...

Cambridge, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $112K *

Advance partner relationships and drive revenue growth through strategic collaboration, consultative sales, and effective training. Enhance brand awareness and maximize sales opportunities within the...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$149K - $248K *

Champion client engagement and operational excellence by managing consulting teams, driving quality standards, and fostering relationships within Military Health Systems. Lead new business development...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $129K *

Lead strategic initiatives by managing a team of Systems Analysts to enhance claims management systems. Collaborate across departments to ensure alignment with organizational goals while overseeing pr...

Elkin, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $105K *

Drive strategic success in large-scale electrical transmission projects by overseeing estimating, pre-construction, and execution phases, ensuring seamless coordination across multiple companies and e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $100K *

Champion transformative solutions as an IT Business Analyst, driving strategic vision across departments. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to enhance business information systems and optimize pro...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Inspire excellence in construction project management, overseeing all phases from planning to commissioning. Lead teams, ensure compliance, and deliver projects on time and within budget while fosteri...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower our data platform by designing, building, and operating core capabilities. Collaborate with teams to enhance ingestion, storage, and API functionalities, ensuring scalability and resilience wh...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$46K - $131K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer service and operational efficiency. Lead initiatives in finance operations, manage complex reporting, and build strong client relationships while dri...

Louisville, KYRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $190K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on Azure cloud engineering, DevSecOps, and platform automation. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable digital services while e...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $235K *

Lead the charge in building a robust partner ecosystem for defense contractors, driving revenue through MSSPs, MSPs, RPOs, and C3PAOs. Own partner recruitment, enablement, and success, while collabora...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape cybersecurity governance by leading risk assessment, strategy development, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance organizational security posture and mitigate emerging threats effectively...

Columbus, INRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $220K *

Unlock potential by driving new business in the Data Privacy sector, utilizing consultative sales techniques to meet client needs and exceed revenue goals while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.