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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$111K - $118K *

Unlock your potential as a SIPRNET System Administrator, overseeing secure systems operations, maintenance, and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure operational readiness and support c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Empower the Public Health Laboratory by managing and enhancing LIMS, ensuring optimal functionality and compliance. Collaborate with teams to implement upgrades, troubleshoot issues, and deliver train...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $175K *

Lead a team that oversees accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Drive financial analysis, manage close processes, and enhance operational efficiency to support s...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic Accounting team, enhance financial integrity, and drive strategic decisions through advanced data insights. Utilize your leadership skills to foster a high-performance culture while man...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading a high-performing accounting team, ensuring financial integrity, enhancing operations, and driving strategic business insights while managing key financial processes and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing and enhancing a Salesforce-based ERP system. Collaborate with stakeholders, provide user support, and drive system improvements to optimize functionality and user exper...

2 days ago

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

$78K - $132K *

Join a dynamic team providing Tier 1 technical support for end-user computing and enterprise systems. Collaborate with users and IT teams to resolve issues, enhance technology, and ensure seamless ope...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $177K *

Lead a dynamic Managed Services Engineering Team to enhance customer satisfaction, optimize operations, and drive continuous service improvement while fostering strong relationships with clients and p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $94K *

Shape the future of gas operations by leveraging your expertise in data management and compliance inspections. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance asset maintenance and ensure data inte...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $110K *

Take ownership of project execution from initiation to closure, ensuring financial success and timely delivery. Collaborate with teams, manage client expectations, control project scope, and communica...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$87K - $99K *

Empower clinical teams by leading the biomedical equipment program across multiple sites. Oversee technicians, ensure compliance, and deliver high-quality service through maintenance, repair, and educ...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $160K *

Engineer resilient IT infrastructure to support rapid scaling. Design, deploy, and manage core networking, systems, and physical security for a dynamic environment, ensuring reliability and security a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $166K *

Oversee the management of databases on z/OS while providing technical development support for a Department of Defense customer. Collaborate with teams to modernize and maintain intricate mainframe sys...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $90K *

Lead the administration and support of JIRA and Confluence, enhancing collaboration and workflow efficiency across DoD programs. Collaborate with teams to implement solutions, ensure compliance, and d...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the development and implementation of robust security programs, ensuring compliance with best practices. Collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance cyber security measures and facilitate ef...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $165K *

Champion short-form content strategy across Instagram, YouTube, and emerging platforms. Lead production, optimize engagement, and elevate brand presence to support global small business owners' succes...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing well testing operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and accurate data analysis. Supervise crews while maintaining equipment, resolving issues, and en...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Drive electronic security installations and optimizations, collaborating with technicians on project execution. Engage in system configuration, commissioning, and maintenance for diverse clients, enha...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative infrastructure solutions while providing Tier 3 support and leading complex projects. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance system performance and reliability, ensuring seamless ope...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Drive impactful community and economic development communications for global data centers. Shape narratives that highlight economic benefits and engage stakeholders, ensuring alignment with project go...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic engineering team, driving innovative control solutions from design to field support across diverse manufacturing projects, ensuring quality and performance in dem...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Take ownership of the SAP Concur platform, ensuring efficient travel and expense processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system functionality, resolve issues, and support complia...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $165K *

Shape the future of secure enterprise IT systems by designing, integrating, and validating capabilities across diverse environments with a focus on performance, risk management, and resilience in a fa...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in systems engineering, overseeing project performance, and delivering innovative solutions for Command and Control systems. Collaborate across disciplines t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $124K *

Lead a dedicated IT team to enhance desktop support for education and clinical environments. Oversee technical infrastructure, manage resources, and ensure timely resolution of issues while fostering...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.