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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$96K - $184K *

Join a dynamic team as a Pre-Sales Cybersecurity Solutions Engineer, where you'll collaborate with clients to design and articulate tailored cybersecurity solutions that meet their business objectives...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $184K *

Elevate your career by engaging with clients to design and implement tailored cybersecurity solutions. This role combines technical expertise with strategic communication to address security challenge...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $230K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative cybersecurity solutions. This role involves engaging with customers to assess their security needs, designing tailored solutions, and collaboratin...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$166K - $249K *

Lead the charge in building and mentoring a regional team of product SMEs, driving technical wins across diverse product groups while collaborating with sales leadership to optimize engagement and enh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of IT operations by building support infrastructure, managing vendor relations, and ensuring seamless tech experiences across teams. Collaborate closely with security teams to maintain...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $185K *

Champion strategic growth by driving solution sales within key enterprise accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, articulate value, and influence client transforma...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in securing and optimizing OT/ICS networks for energy systems. As a senior engineer, you'll design network architectures, manage cybersecurity compliance, and collaborate with cross-fu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology solutions by leveraging your expertise as a Principal Solution Architect. Drive customer success through innovative implementations and strategic gu...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $123K *

Unlock potential by leading proactive threat detection and response efforts. Collaborate with a skilled team to investigate cyber threats, mentor junior analysts, and enhance security operations, ensu...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Take ownership of building intelligent, cloud-native solutions that streamline radiology workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable software, ensuring quality and security...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $199K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and delivery of AI agents and workflows that enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex challenges into scalabl...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $195K *

Join a dynamic AI Automation team to design and deliver production-grade AI agents and workflows, enhancing operational efficiency across the organization while solving complex business challenges wit...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to drive technical success and adoption across enterprise accounts. Leverage your expertise in project management and technical execution to enhance deployment health and fuel acco...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$255K - $290K *

Drive the technical vision for a complex database platform, ensuring scalability and performance. Lead architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to enhance data infrastruc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead and manage the Cloud & Data Center team, ensuring successful project execution and operational excellence while mentoring engineers and driving technical standards across cloud and virtualization...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate the design and development of a robust replication engine for large-scale data systems, focusing on high-performance, secure, and resilient asynchronous replication capabilities to ensure reli...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of operational excellence by leading engineering initiatives, driving program execution, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance performance and deliver key operationa...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as you empower deployment and automation solutions in high-security environments. Leverage your expertise in DevOps and platform engineering to ensure robust operations across fe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $120K *

Drive BIM and VDC initiatives for critical infrastructure projects, leading model management and coordination efforts. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate, constructible models throughout the co...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of DevOps by leading tooling architecture and cloud testing initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines, drive automation, and ensure compliance with security stand...

Tampa, FLRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and implementation of robust security measures to protect sensitive health information, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and other regulations while collaborating with cross-functional t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $106K *

Contribute to data-driven decision-making by designing and optimizing analytic solutions. Leverage your expertise in SQL and Tableau to transform raw data into actionable insights for mission-critical...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $165K *

Drive the design and management of AWS EKS Kubernetes clusters, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cloud infrastructure and automate processes...

Des Moines, IARemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$131K - $180K *

Drive customer satisfaction as an Escalation Manager, overseeing technical support for high-value accounts. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues, advocate for clients, and enhance service delivery...

Ontario, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $180K *

Drive successful cloud migration projects by leading teams, managing schedules, and optimizing resources. You'll ensure effective stakeholder communication and deliver high-quality services while fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.