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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$75K - $108K *

Reimagine database management by providing technical support and administration for SQL Server databases. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and ensure data integrity while deliverin...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $113K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Administrator, managing Windows and Linux systems for classified contracts. Collaborate with engineers and users to ensure optimal performance and security in a dyna...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Elevate database performance by managing AWS RDS, optimizing queries, and ensuring security compliance. Collaborate with teams to support application development and data integration while maintaining...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading site operations in a dynamic fulfillment center. Drive financial performance, enhance client satisfaction, and foster a high-performing culture while ensuring safety and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage enterprise database environments, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with development teams to deliver scalable solutions while maintaining compli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing IT operations, vendor relationships, and internal projects. Lead endpoint management and ensure service quality while driving technology transitions and compliance init...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $165K *

Support a dynamic team as a Systems Administrator, leveraging your expertise in technology to enhance security and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovative solutions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $172K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality management systems. As the ETQ QMS System Administrator, you'll support and optimize our ETQ Reliance platform, ensuring it meets evolving business ne...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $116K *

Elevate your career by managing and enhancing identity and access management systems. This role focuses on secure administration, user access controls, and compliance, ensuring optimal access for empl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $116K *

Transform your career by managing and enhancing identity and access management systems. Oversee user identities, authentication, and security protocols across various platforms, ensuring compliance an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of enterprise applications, managing their lifecycle, integrations, and performance to ensure alignment with business needs across various departments, while providing technical support...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage and enhance cybersecurity measures across diverse environments, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Collaborate with judiciary stakeholders to provide expert guidance and training, while l...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$81K - $100K *

Transform your career by leading web application development and enhancing intranet capabilities. Collaborate with IT teams to drive innovation and support student success through effective web servic...

1 week ago

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

$112K - $179K *

Champion the management and support of IT systems within a dynamic PMO, ensuring operational excellence and security for critical enterprise-wide engineering contracts in the Intelligence Community...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing clinic operations and improving patient care while developing a motivated team. Collaborate closely with management to implement strategic goals and foster a positive, re...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead financial strategy and operations in a dynamic entertainment environment. Collaborate with executives to enhance processes, deliver accurate financial reporting, and drive growth initiatives whil...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead all aspects of GL operations, ensuring compliance with US GAAP while mentoring the accounting team. Oversee financial reporting, audits, and strategic planning to drive organizational success and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Lead and enhance finance operations in a manufacturing setting, driving financial performance and strategic insights. Collaborate with leadership to optimize accounting processes, ensure compliance, a...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $145K *

Elevate our mission by leveraging your expertise in Linux systems to support and optimize enterprise solutions, ensuring high performance and reliability in sophisticated environments through automati...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $190K *

Innovate the future of perioperative analytics by developing and maintaining a custom SQL data warehouse. Collaborate with faculty and operational leaders to enhance research and quality improvement i...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project execution by leading a team of Control Technicians, ensuring quality, timely completion, and effective communication across all stakeholders while providing technical support and mento...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $105K *

Pioneer the VTC operations within the Video Operations Center, overseeing technical support, leading teams, and enhancing system performance while ensuring compliance with operational protocols and st...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $105K *

Transform operational effectiveness by leading Video Operations Center activities, guiding junior staff, and ensuring compliance through strong mentorship and detailed oversight in a fast-paced enviro...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$84K - $116K *

Manage endpoint security and patch management for 1,000+ users. Ensure compliance and protection through monitoring, remediation, and system support. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance operational e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $155K *

Transform mission-critical Linux infrastructure by leveraging your expertise in RHEL, automation, and security compliance. Collaborate with engineers to enhance operational efficiency and support nati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.