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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$90K - $105K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing a comprehensive technology vision that enhances digital teaching and learning, supports operational efficiency, and fosters continuous improvement across...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by managing VMware environments, enterprise storage solutions, and Windows Server systems. Contribute to security implementations and compliance while supporting various network and i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead on-site project activities, ensuring cost-effective execution and compliance with quality, safety, and schedule standards throughout all project phases. Build strong relati...

Utah, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to monitoring and optimizing renewable energy operations. As a Control Room Operator, you'll ensure the reliability of wind, solar, and battery facilities while collaborat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Champion security by safeguarding network integrity and performance. Collaborate with teams to install, monitor, and maintain advanced protection systems, ensuring compliance with DoD standards while...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $85K *

Engineer robust IT infrastructure by managing systems and networks, ensuring seamless operations in Microsoft Azure and 365 environments. Collaborate globally to support cloud initiatives and provide...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $133K *

Transform configuration management processes by defining baselines, tracking changes, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate across teams to resolve issues and maintain documentation, enhancing operatio...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $187K *

Elevate client satisfaction by providing expert technical support and leading installations of control systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and deliver training, ensuring seam...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $187K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client systems through technical support, installation, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical equipment. Drive continuous improvement and lead trai...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $187K *

Support and enhance client systems by providing technical expertise, leading installations, and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment. Collaborate with teams for continuous improvement a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $187K *

Join a dynamic team to provide technical support and lead installations of mechanical and electrical systems. Collaborate with subcontractors and enhance existing controls while ensuring top-notch ser...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $187K *

Drive technical support and field installations for advanced conveyor systems. Lead troubleshooting and upgrades, ensuring optimal performance while collaborating with teams to enhance processes and d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $187K *

Unlock potential by providing technical support and leading installations for mechanical and electrical systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, develop training materials, and troublesho...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading IT and security initiatives, designing robust programs from scratch, and ensuring operational excellence. Drive compliance, manage incidents, and provide hands-on supp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to managing technology and ensuring IT security. Oversee a small IT team, drive infrastructure development, and collaborate with leadership to meet the growing technologic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of building automation across 55+ facilities. Lead strategy, optimize HVAC controls, and develop a skilled team to enhance operational efficiency and energy perfo...

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

$77K - $83K *

Join us to deliver exceptional audio-visual experiences at events! As a key technician, you'll set up, operate, and troubleshoot AV equipment, ensuring seamless presentations and performances with pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Optimize IT infrastructure management for production environments, ensuring seamless operation of servers, networking, and security. Lead a team for incident response and capacity planning while drivi...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of SharePoint through innovative design and functionality enhancements. Collaborate with onsite teams to optimize user experience, support workflow customization, and ensure seaml...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the strategy and optimization of Building Automation Systems across 55+ facilities, managing a team of engineers to enhance operational efficiency and implement cutting-edge technologies for impr...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of IT/OT infrastructure by leading strategy, architecture, and operations. Ensure security, reliability, and lifecycle management across enterprise networks and systems, while collabo...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Innovate building automation strategies across 55+ facilities. Lead a team of engineers to enhance HVAC systems, establish standards, and evaluate new technologies for improved efficiency and comfort...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading Building Automation Systems strategy across 55+ facilities. Develop a skilled team, optimize HVAC controls, and drive innovation in energy efficiency and system reliabil...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by managing technical operations across multiple centers, ensuring quality care, team engagement, and budget adherence while fostering strong relationships with staff a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Lead the technical operations of multiple centers, ensuring quality care, budget management, and team engagement while fostering strong relationships with customers and stakeholders to achieve operati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.