Windows System Administrator Jobs

Explore Windows System Administrator opportunities with Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These roles help organizations keep Windows-based systems secure, reliable, and ready to support business operations.

What Windows System Administrators Do

Windows System Administrators install, configure, monitor, and maintain Windows Server environments and related infrastructure. Common responsibilities include managing Active Directory and Group Policy, supporting identity and access, applying patches, troubleshooting incidents, maintaining backups, and improving system availability and security.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for hands-on experience with Windows Server, PowerShell, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, virtualization, endpoint management, and enterprise networking. Security practices, automation, documentation, disaster recovery, and the ability to collaborate across IT teams are also valuable. Senior roles may involve infrastructure design, technical leadership, and planning migrations or modernization projects.

Career Paths and Work Environments

Windows system administrators work across industries and organizations of all sizes, often as part of infrastructure, operations, cloud, or information security teams. With experience, professionals may advance to senior systems administrator, systems engineer, infrastructure architect, IT operations manager, or cloud platform roles. Specific requirements and compensation vary by employer, location, and scope of responsibility.

Find Windows System Administrator Jobs on Ladders

Browse Ladders for vetted Windows System Administrator jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and find positions that align with your technical strengths and career goals.

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$135K - $160K *

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$206K - $242K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $173K *

Join us to develop and maintain security tools, investigate risks, and enhance team operations. Collaborate with experienced engineers while gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment, se...

Seattle, WARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $224K *

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$86K - $138K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

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Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $150K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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Oregon, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of technology as a senior technical leader, driving complex initiatives and mentoring engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure cloud-native solut...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $250K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $108K *

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $192K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

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Washington, DCRemote

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

$199K - $230K *

Drive innovation by deploying and optimizing cloud infrastructure across federal environments. Leverage your expertise in AWS, Kubernetes, and automation tools to enhance platform scalability and secu...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $159K *

Bring your expertise to advance our AI platform by building and evolving core infrastructure, enabling the development and scaling of GenAI applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to implemen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

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San Jose, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $205K *

Unlock potential by driving the vision and execution of Data Security products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance a cloud security platform that empowers innovation and business gro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $110K *

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Vienna, VARemote

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Windows System Administrator do?question toggle

    A Windows System Administrator maintains an organization’s Windows-based infrastructure. Typical work includes administering Windows Server, managing Active Directory, monitoring systems, applying updates, resolving technical issues, and supporting security and recovery procedures.

  • What skills are commonly required for Windows System Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Job requirements vary, but commonly include Windows Server, Active Directory, PowerShell, DNS, DHCP, virtualization, networking, patch management, troubleshooting, and security fundamentals. Senior positions may also require automation, architecture, or project leadership experience.

  • Are Windows System Administrator jobs available remotely?question toggle

    Some employers offer remote or hybrid work, while others require on-site support or a regular office presence. Check each listing for its location and work arrangement.

  • How can I find Windows System Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Windows System Administrator openings and review listings for salary details, required experience, and location. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.