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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$80K - $95K *

Support operational excellence by monitoring enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring service health, and delivering timely reports. Collaborate with technical teams to address incidents and enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $105K *

Champion system administration and troubleshooting for complex test environments, ensuring seamless operations within the Missile Defense Analysis, Testing, and Engineering Network Operations Center...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$230K - $275K *

Pioneer the accounting function as a hands-on leader, overseeing financials, audits, and controls for a growing SaaS company. Build scalable systems and develop a high-performing team while ensuring c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $145K *

Transform cybersecurity strategies by leading risk management and compliance efforts. Provide expert guidance on security controls and continuous monitoring across complex systems, ensuring robust pro...

5 days ago

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

$116K - $160K *

Drive innovation by leading a diverse IT team to enhance technical support for operations, ensuring seamless integration of advanced technologies in a dynamic environment. Foster collaboration and con...

1 week ago

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

$1K - $500K+*

Transform your career by managing cloud systems and VDI platforms. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance infrastructure, automate processes, and ensure security across government and commercial environ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$1K - $500K+*

Empower cloud infrastructure by managing Windows servers and VDI platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, automate processes, and ensure compliance in both commercial and government e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$1K - $500K+*

Elevate your career by managing Azure and VDI environments, optimizing cloud operations, and enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with IT teams to drive automation and modernization, ensuring secur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$103K - $155K *

Partner with us to manage the lifecycle of network communications for classified projects. Take charge of designing, implementing, and maintaining secure LAN/WAN solutions while serving as a key techn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise endpoint strategy and lifecycle management. Drive automation and security across mobile and desktop platforms while enhancing user experience and operational...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Drive enterprise endpoint strategy and lifecycle management across diverse devices. Lead governance, automation, and security initiatives to enhance user experience and operational efficiency in a mod...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Drive the optimization of high-volume automation lines by troubleshooting and enhancing FANUC robotic welding systems, ensuring smooth production operations while supporting PLC and HMI modifications...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $100K *

Shape the future of facilities management by overseeing operations across multiple sites, ensuring compliance, safety, and efficiency while managing budgets and vendor relationships in a dynamic envir...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Partner with us to design and maintain innovative Salesforce solutions that enhance customer experiences and support business growth. Collaborate across teams to streamline contract management and ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform cloud services by providing expert guidance on secure architecture, risk management, and agile workflows. Mentor teams and enhance collaboration while ensuring compliance with federal standa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative unified communications solutions. You'll develop, implement, and manage systems that enhance collaboration and ensure seamless communication acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Join our team to develop and implement unified communications solutions that enhance collaboration and efficiency. You'll manage systems, provide technical support, and ensure security while adapting...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of unified communications by developing and implementing innovative solutions. Collaborate with IT professionals to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance across voice, v...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by overseeing aviation maintenance support services, ensuring quality execution of task orders, managing resources, and leading a dedicated team to meet customer satisfaction and p...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $110K *

Empower operational excellence by leading a dynamic team in compression operations. Drive efficiency, foster teamwork, and enhance customer satisfaction while ensuring safety and compliance across all...

Nisku, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing our Finance Systems databases, ensuring performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance integrations and support compliance i...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $110K *

Manage and optimize SQL Server and Postgres databases, ensuring performance and security for Finance Systems. Collaborate across teams to support integrations, troubleshoot issues, and drive automatio...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $110K *

Advance our Finance Systems by managing SQL Server and Postgres databases, ensuring performance, security, and compliance. Collaborate with teams to optimize integrations and support hybrid environmen...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform technology infrastructure by leading engineering, administration, and optimization efforts across systems, networks, and cloud operations. Drive cross-functional projects while ensuring robu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform data operations by managing Airtable systems and ensuring reliable API integrations. Collaborate with teams to maintain data integrity and support reporting efforts, while gaining insights i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.