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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$209K - $219K *

Lead database administration efforts, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability of cloud-based and on-premises databases while managing a skilled team and supporting cross-functional col...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing Oracle database landscapes, ensuring optimal performance and standards compliance. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, implement solutions, and drive architectur...

Philadelphia, PARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $200K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on securing and optimizing Windows and Azure infrastructures. As a Senior IT Systems Administrator, you'll lead projects, mentor peers, and ensure system r...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive the infrastructure operations function, ensuring secure, reliable, and cost-effective cloud services. Lead teams, manage vendor relationships, and oversee modernization efforts while maintaining...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$99K - $148K *

Optimize classified IT systems by ensuring reliable operation, maintenance, and security in a dynamic lab environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure and support mission-critical ope...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize and secure database infrastructures for critical operations. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and cloud technologies to enhance data management and suppo...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance C4ISR systems, ensuring optimal performance and security. Leverage your IT expertise to manage Mission Command Information Systems and support military training exercise...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $166K *

Unlock the potential of Linux systems as you provide technical support and administration in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance system performance and resolve complex issu...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $155K *

Transform the future of banking technology by delivering middleware solutions, ensuring production stability, and collaborating with teams to enhance application performance and compliance with archit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Transform your career by leading operations in a dynamic environment. Oversee staffing, enhance productivity, and drive quality initiatives while managing a team of supervisors and employees to achiev...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform technology services by overseeing the administration and support of core IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security across networks, servers, and unified communications sys...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing advanced network administration support, enhancing operational efficiency for critical Base Area Network infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust network p...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $110K *

Reimagine the future of enterprise applications by providing advanced administration and support. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance system reliability and deliver innovative technology solution...

1 week ago

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

$127K - $132K *

Drive the future of SAP systems by managing architecture, maintenance, and integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance and implement best practices in a dynamic...

Reston, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $132K *

Unlock potential by managing SAP systems architecture, ensuring optimal performance, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions in a dynamic environment. Drive innovation and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $127K *

Drive system administration excellence by troubleshooting, securing, and managing TIF systems. Collaborate on documentation and support network operations for the U.S. Army, ensuring optimal performan...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $122K *

Transform financial operations by leading technology systems management, providing expert support, and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate with teams to enhance system efficiency and user experience...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Optimize enterprise infrastructure management by leveraging your expertise in NetApp and VMWare. Drive automation and enhance operational efficiency while ensuring security compliance in complex envir...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $115K *

Drive your career as a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Administrator, overseeing VDI systems, enhancing performance, and providing expert-level support for user connectivity and applications in a dynam...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing database performance and integrity. As a key player, you'll design, implement, and maintain complex databases while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of database administration and optimization, ensuring the security, performance, and lifecycle management of Oracle and SQL Server environments while supporting PeopleSoft and other ent...

2 days ago

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

$117K - $130K *

Champion innovative server solutions by leading systems analysis, troubleshooting, and user support. Collaborate with teams to enhance server performance and security while mentoring others in a dynam...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $181K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining cutting-edge Microsoft Windows infrastructure. Leverage your expertise to ensure operational readiness and enhance cybersecurity posture through innovative...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $181K *

Develop and maintain a robust Microsoft Windows infrastructure, ensuring operational readiness through advanced technology solutions and effective lifecycle management of systems and applications...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engineer your career by managing core IT systems and cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure security, scalability, and efficient application deployment while maintaining enterprise app...

1 week ago

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

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.