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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$148K - $263K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative ServiceNow solutions, enhancing system performance, and ensuring compliance with federal security frameworks while collaborating with stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $263K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative ServiceNow solutions, enhancing ITSM, ITOM, and SPM functionalities. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality, secure applications while ensuring compli...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $125K *

Join the charge in managing critical operations, ensuring the integrity and compliance of infrastructure. Oversee maintenance programs, vendor relations, and risk strategies to optimize performance an...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $90K *

Support the management of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) programs, providing customer service and technical assistance. Engage in user validation, training, and policy development while coordinating...

6 days ago

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

$87K - $93K *

Lead shift operations in a mission-critical environment. Ensure safe, efficient management of electrical, mechanical, and cooling systems while guiding a team of operators and responding to incidents...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer the future of renewable energy by leading utility-scale solar project operations. Ensure safety, efficiency, and high-quality standards while managing teams and driving project success from in...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $122K *

Empower our Safety and Work Planning teams by providing essential administrative support, ensuring efficient operations and fostering a collaborative environment. Your role will enhance project activi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Develop and manage Azure virtual desktop solutions for Navy Flank Speed, ensuring security and system efficiency. Provide support, optimize user experience, and contribute to network administration wh...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the transformation of our infrastructure and networking operations, ensuring robust cloud and on-premise environments. Manage a dedicated help desk team while driving security, performance, and s...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Operational Technology systems. Oversee the administration, support, and modernization of critical infrastructure, ensuring secure and efficient manufacturing...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $115K *

Help us optimize our Salesforce platform by enhancing automation, ensuring system reliability, and driving high-impact initiatives that align with organizational goals while collaborating with stakeho...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$112K - $196K *

Advance your career by overseeing infrastructure environments, maintaining systems, and ensuring efficient operations through automation while traveling up to 50% in a hybrid work setting...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform building operations by designing and optimizing BMS and EPMS solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, ensure compliance, and provide technical support, driving sustainability...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $240K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and maintain critical IT systems for enterprise applications, ensuring security, reliability, and performance while mentoring others. Drive modernization efforts and suppor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform cybersecurity leadership by guiding risk management, compliance, and security operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust protection of infrastructure and services while aligning wit...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $175K *

Optimize mainframe database operations by managing DB2 subsystems, ensuring high availability, and automating processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance infrastructure stability and accelerate pro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $175K *

Elevate enterprise systems by leveraging your expertise in DB2 z/OS systems programming and database administration. Collaborate across teams to enhance mainframe operations, ensuring high availabilit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $175K *

Drive modernization and automation of DB2 subsystems, ensuring high availability and optimal performance across R&D environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance database operations...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $175K *

Drive your career with a senior role in DB2 systems programming and administration, enhancing mainframe database operations and collaborating across teams to ensure high availability and optimal perfo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence in the Remote Operations Center, overseeing real-time market commitments and compliance. Lead a team to ensure efficient generation unit management and effective communica...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by leading operations in a dynamic Remote Operations Center. Oversee real-time market commitments, ensure compliance, and enhance team capabilities while managing critical generati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in ensuring project success by managing resources, deadlines, and stakeholder relationships. Drive efficiency and enhance processes while participating in all phases of project deliver...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $95K *

Elevate our Salesforce platform by supporting users, enhancing functionality, and driving automation. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver effective solutions and ensure data quality while optimiz...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $147K *

Unlock potential by managing and optimizing Linux systems, ensuring reliability and compliance while collaborating with engineering teams to deliver tailored solutions and lead local IT projects...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $142K *

Transform public engagement by leading the External Communication Section, crafting impactful multimedia campaigns, and managing media relations to enhance departmental visibility and community trust...

2 days ago

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

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.