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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$110K - $130K *

Advance program success by leading contract performance, managing risks, and ensuring compliance across multiple task orders while engaging with key stakeholders and overseeing subcontractor performan...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $313K *

Drive impactful change by building highly scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD systems. Collaborate with a top-tier team to enhance performance and quality while participating in dynamic software d...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading IT security initiatives, assessing risks, and driving remediation efforts across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare technology by developing and maintaining our Electronic Health Record platform using Ruby. Collaborate in an agile environment to deliver impactful...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and enhance scalable data pipelines, delivering actionable security insights. Collaborate across disciplines to support large data volumes and refine algorithms, makin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform data into actionable insights as a Data Engineer for AI & ML. Drive innovative projects, design scalable architectures, and engage with stakeholders to enhance federal mission capabilities w...

Mc Lean, VARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $154K *

Transform customer experiences by bridging engineering and support teams, driving technical issue resolution, and enhancing product deployment. Own the bug-resolution lifecycle while empowering teams...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $139K *

Champion the development of innovative data solutions, leveraging Azure pipelines to create robust data assets. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex requirements into effective technical...

North Liberty, IARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Transform the future of data infrastructures by leading site evaluations for new data centers. Utilize your expertise in power, land, and regulatory dynamics to identify and secure optimal locations t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $250K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by designing secure architectures and leading initiatives to protect systems and infrastructure. Drive improvements in security posture while collaborating with teams...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$186K - $232K *

Champion new business growth by driving customer engagement and showcasing innovative solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to navigate complex evaluations and secure strategic accounts, making a si...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $126K *

Elevate AI capabilities by building and maintaining governed solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate business needs into technical designs, ensuring ethical AI use and robust integratio...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Advance your career by coordinating healthcare technology integration across multiple VA sites. Leverage your project management skills to support the Federal Electronic Health Record Modernization pr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $163K *

Optimize population health initiatives by leading the design and implementation of Epic Healthy Planet solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient outcomes through data-drive...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex operational solutions in enterprise automation, guiding pre-sales technical processes. Collaborate closely with customers and Account Executives to design pilots and ensure seamless trans...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $172K *

Unlock your potential by designing and optimizing Power BI reporting solutions that transform complex identity datasets into actionable insights, enhancing enterprise decision-making and compliance re...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $84K *

Design and develop software for U.S. Navy platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance tactical capabilities. Engage in agile methodologies and contribute to innovative solutions fo...

Manassas, VARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Empower federal clients by architecting innovative ServiceNow solutions that enhance IT modernization. Lead design, integration, and release management while mentoring teams to deliver scalable, secur...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $192K *

Champion the successful implementation of AI-driven solutions, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment. Collaborate with customers and partners to drive business value through innovative wo...

Albany, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of browser technology by implementing Storage Encryption Everywhere. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data security and optimize performance in a...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $149K *

Shape the future of technical marketing by crafting compelling narratives that engage practitioners and influencers, driving curiosity and interest in cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions across our i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $147K *

Unlock your potential by leading data migration efforts, transforming complex workflows into efficient Python and dbt solutions, and orchestrating large-scale data processes with Airflow for enterpris...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Transform complex network systems by leading design, implementation, and support efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance telecommunications infrastructures and ensure compliance with cybers...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $192K *

Engage your expertise to lead the successful implementation of innovative AI solutions, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction while managing project resources and fostering collaborati...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Optimize building assessments and capital projects while leading teams and managing client relationships. Oversee project scopes, budgets, and timelines to deliver impactful outcomes in a collaborativ...

Victoria, BCRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.