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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$95K - $115K *

Drive enterprise IT operations by managing Linux/Windows servers, network infrastructure, and virtualization. Engage in a range of roles from entry-level support to senior specialists, ensuring seamle...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $135K *

Build and optimize IT server configurations, ensuring timely deployment and compliance with security standards while managing logistics for international shipping and equipment support...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $155K *

Manage and optimize IT systems, providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 support. Collaborate on troubleshooting, maintenance, and configuration of diverse operating systems and devices, ensuring seamless operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $155K *

Drive the support and maintenance of IT systems, ensuring optimal performance and user assistance. Manage daily operations, troubleshoot issues, and enhance system reliability across various platforms...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform IT operations by ensuring security, compliance, and reliable infrastructure. Lead projects independently in a fast-paced environment, enabling scientific advancements and supporting a motiva...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining critical IT systems and aviation administration. Leverage your extensive experience to support network infrastructure and ensure compliance with security re...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform operations by leading AI integration and IT innovations across the company. Own the tech backbone, develop critical internal tools, and enhance productivity with automation. Drive technology...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative solutions in data integration and management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance payment systems, ensuring optimal performance and user experi...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Bring your expertise to a key role supporting secure web services and cloud migration, working collaboratively to ensure exceptional network operations and system administration in a high-security env...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance your career by supporting critical projects through expertise in Windows Server and database administration. Lead initiatives that enhance cybersecurity and infrastructure performance while co...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise systems architecture and strategy. As a senior technical expert, you'll provide advanced support, manage complex projects, and collaborate with federal stakeh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize your career with a dynamic role supporting Azure cloud operations for federal systems. Engage in maintenance, security, and performance tasks across classified and unclassified environments w...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by providing expert Azure cloud operations support for critical spectrum management systems, enhancing security, performance, and automation. Collaborate across environments to ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Solaris and Linux systems in a federal environment. Leverage your expertise in storage, security, and patch management to ensure high availability and compli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $205K *

Deliver senior technical leadership in system administration for government IT systems, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while mentoring junior staff and optimizing training environments...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $147K *

Inspire optimal server performance by mentoring teams and managing diverse IT operations. Oversee Linux and Windows systems, ensure reliable service delivery, and drive innovative DevOps practices in...

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

$105K - $147K *

Optimize server operations by maintaining Linux and Windows environments. Collaborate across teams to ensure systems' health, performance, and security, while mentoring junior staff to enhance technic...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Linux and Windows systems, ensuring compliance, and enhancing user support. Leverage your expertise in cloud environments and automation to drive performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive the administration of core SaaS platforms, ensuring seamless integration and functionality across systems. Collaborate with teams to document standards, automate tasks, and support business func...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing systems and user support. As a Systems Administrator, you'll manage Linux and Windows environments, ensuring compliance and performance while collaborating i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $141K *

Engineer robust Linux systems, manage virtual environments, and enhance security compliance. Collaborate with teams to integrate technologies and deliver technical presentations, ensuring optimal perf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $214K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing enterprise infrastructure for national defense missions. As a Linux System Administrator, you'll manage systems, optimize operations, and support IT infrastru...

3 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Support system administration tasks to maintain and develop hardware and software environments, ensuring optimal operation and security for a NAVY contract. Collaborate on system design, implementatio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing our IT platforms, ensuring seamless integration across departments. This hands-on role requires expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, and various business appli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $236K *

Join a team that's redefining database management by optimizing Oracle 19c systems. Leverage your expertise to enhance performance, scalability, and reliability while managing vast data environments a...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.