What skills do systems administrator jobs require?

Windows Server, Active Directory, Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu), PowerShell/Bash scripting, VMware, DNS/DHCP, and basic networking. Cloud skills (AWS, Azure) are increasingly expected.

What salary can systems administrators expect?

Systems administrator salaries range from $60k for junior admins to $130k+ for senior systems engineers. Government and defense roles with clearances pay more.

What certifications help for sysadmin jobs?

CompTIA Server+, Microsoft MCSA/MCSE, Red Hat RHCSA/RHCE, and VMware VCP. Cloud certifications (AWS SysOps, Azure Administrator) are increasingly valuable.

1,163+ JobsUpdated Mar 15, 2026

Systems Administrator Jobs

Systems administrators manage the servers, operating systems, and infrastructure that keep organizations running. These positions cover Windows Server and Active Directory administration, Linux systems, virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V), and cloud migration - at companies of all sizes.

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Salary Range

$60k – $195k

Top Companies

SAIC, Leidos, TCG, Inc., FED IT, L3Harris Technologies, CGS Federal (Contact Government Services) +30 more

Job Types

96% Full Time, 4% Contract

Top Locations

Washington, District of Columbia, Springfield, CA, Reston

Work Model

78% On-Site, 20% Hybrid, 2% Remote

Experience Levels

48% Mid Level, 36% Senior, 10% Staff

We found 1,163 systems administrator jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, District of Columbia, Springfield, CA. Salaries range from $60k to $195k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (78%), Hybrid (20%), Remote (2%). Top employers include SAIC, Leidos, TCG, Inc. and 33 other companies.

Companies Hiring for Systems Administrator Jobs

SAIC7 jobs

Leidos4 jobs

TCG, Inc.3 jobs

FED IT2 jobs

L3Harris Technologies2 jobs

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services)2 jobs

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$75k–$167k

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Mid Level

$120k–$160k

24 jobs

Senior

$102k–$145k

18 jobs

Staff

$130k–$165k

5 jobs

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