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 *

Optimize PLM processes by administering PTC Windchill, enhancing integrations with CAD/CAE tools, and supporting cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in a fast-paced aerospace en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's optimizing our Salesforce platform to enhance sales efficiency. You'll drive CPQ processes, streamline configurations, and leverage AI tools to support a high-performing revenue tea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project execution and field operations. Lead a skilled team, manage complex schedules, and ensure quality control while driving continuous improvement in Bui...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$111K - $139K *

Elevate operational efficiency by leading business systems optimization, enhancing workflows, and driving data-driven decision-making across departments. Collaborate with teams to improve information...

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

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by joining our team as a DevOps Engineer, where you'll enhance application platforms, manage cloud infrastructure, and streamline deployment workflows, ensuring reliability and securi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform application delivery by ensuring secure, reliable infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance deployment workflows, troubleshoot issues, and improve tools for scalable solutions in a d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Take ownership of infrastructure and deployment workflows, ensuring secure and reliable application platforms. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and enhance tools for scalable application...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $253K *

Engineer robust Linux infrastructures, automate deployments, and enhance secure networking solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and ensure high availability in mi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting tactical data management through advanced system administration. Leverage your expertise in Linux and Windows environments to enhance operational efficiency...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the security posture and infrastructure of our organization, implementing systems and managing vendor relationships while ensuring compliance and scalability as we grow. Collaborate cross-functi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $175K *

Optimize cloud system operations by managing deployment, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Collaborate with teams to enhance system reliability and performance while ensuring compliance with security...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$123K *

Empower communities by leading a multi-disciplinary health care team, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing budgets and enhancing inmate health services for successful reentry i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to build and lead the accounting function for a rapidly scaling AI infrastructure company. Drive end-to-end accounting processes, team development, and system implementation while...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's building a world-class accounting function for a rapidly scaling AI infrastructure company. Lead end-to-end accounting processes, develop core policies, and build a high-performing...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the landscape of Enterprise Learning Management by leading a dynamic team in delivering innovative PeopleSoft solutions. Engage with clients to ensure high-quality implementations that meet...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $175K *

Champion secure DevSecOps solutions by automating CI/CD pipelines and improving delivery processes, ensuring compliance with DoD security standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing maintenance operations across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with standards and laws. Oversee team development, vendor relationships, and service performance to delive...

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

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading our security initiatives, ensuring data protection, compliance, and risk management. Collaborate with teams to develop policies, conduct assessments, and respond to inciden...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations and enhancing client satisfaction by managing teams, implementing strategies, and driving performance metrics to achieve business objectives and operational ex...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$205K - $255K *

Transform IT operations by building a global function, managing business applications, and ensuring compliance. Lead device management, SaaS optimization, and vendor relationships while enhancing onbo...

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovative audiovisual solutions by designing and supporting high-end video production environments. Collaborate on live and hybrid events, ensuring seamless integration of cutting-edge techn...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$153K - $254K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing multiple data center facilities, managing a diverse team, and ensuring 100% service uptime while collaborating with global teams to enhance performance and e...

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative solutions in a high-visibility mission environment, focusing on software development and engineering to enhance system productization and operational efficienc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing service department operations, driving sales, and enhancing customer satisfaction while ensuring compliance with safety and business standards. Your leadersh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$133K - $189K *

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  •   5 - 7 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.