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+ Jobs6 new this weekUpdated Apr 23, 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

$0k – $180k

Top Companies

BAE Systems, RTX, Paragon Cyber Solutions, Carvana, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, The Tatitlek Corporation +39 more

Job Types

94% Full Time, 6% Contract

Top Locations

CA, Washington, Rockville, Reston

Work Model

84% On-Site, 16% Hybrid

Experience Levels

52% Mid Level, 22% Senior, 14% Junior

We found 1,163 systems administrator jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Washington, Rockville. 6 new positions were added this week at companies like The Tatitlek Corporation, BAE Systems, WESTFRASER. Salaries range from $0k to $180k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (84%), Hybrid (16%). Top employers include BAE Systems, RTX, Paragon Cyber Solutions and 42 other companies.

Companies Hiring for Systems Administrator Jobs

BAE Systems2 jobs

RTX2 jobs

Paragon Cyber Solutions2 jobs

Carvana2 jobs

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation2 jobs

The Tatitlek Corporation1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Junior

$66k–$106k

7 jobs

Mid Level

$65k–$90k

26 jobs

Senior

$140k–$180k

11 jobs

Lead

Salary varies

1 job

Staff

Salary varies

3 jobs

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The Tatitlek Corporation

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National Research Council Canada

6d ago

Principal Mission / Systems Engineer

RTX

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The Tatitlek Corporation·Arlington, Virginia, US

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