Occupation
System Administrator
A System Administrator manages an organization's servers and infrastructure, handling Linux/Windows Server administration, networking configuration, and increasingly the deployment of resources on cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. They use scripting languages such as Bash or PowerShell to automate routine tasks and rely on virtualization to run multiple workloads efficiently on shared hardware. This role is essential to IT operations teams, keeping systems secure, available, and performant.
How much does a System Administrator make?
Too few System Administrator postings state pay to publish a median yet: 3 of 5 open roles do, and we wait for 25.
Who is hiring for System Administrator roles?
5 open System Administrator roles from 4 employers.
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System Administrator in the job market
Last checked October 28, 2026
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Open System Administrator roles (5)
System Administrator
Boeing
Hazelwood, MO
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System Administrator
Voyager
Full-time · Jefferson, CO · $110,000 – $145,000
Voyager Technologies seeks a hands-on systems administrator to manage their enterprise IT infrastructure across cloud, networking, and on-premises environments in Colorado. This role suits experienced IT professionals comfortable supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term infrastructure improvements in a mission-critical defense and space technology setting.
Listed on Voyager’s careers site · Apply there ↗
System Administrator
AeroVironment
Annapolis Junction, MD
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System Administrator
Crane Co.
Bolingbrook, IL · $90,000 – $100,000
This role manages the organization's IT infrastructure across virtualization, backup, endpoint management, and networking, supporting both systems and end users. It suits someone with solid system administration experience who wants to work with enterprise technologies like Nutanix and Veeam while also handling network and help desk responsibilities.
Listed on Crane Co.’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Senior System Administrator
AeroVironment
Full-time · Jessup, MD · $170,000 – $220,000
A senior system administrator role focused on managing mission-critical IT infrastructure across Windows and UNIX platforms, with emphasis on security compliance and vendor coordination. This suits experienced administrators comfortable with government compliance frameworks and multi-platform troubleshooting in a defense contractor environment.
Listed on AeroVironment’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Likely next role (133)
Where System Administrators commonly go next: Systems Engineer.
General Engineer
Missile Defense Agency
Full-time · Dahlgren, VA · $102,415 – $158,322
This is a systems engineering role within the Department of Defense's Missile Defense Agency, focused on next-generation air defense systems and their integration across development and testing. It suits engineers with experience in complex weapons system integration, interface management, and risk mitigation who want to contribute to homeland defense capabilities.
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Systems Engineer
AeroVironment
Albuquerque, NM
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Systems Engineer
Supercast
Washington, DC
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GENERAL ENGINEER
Air Force Materiel Command
Kirtland AFB, New Mexico · $132,751 – $172,578
This federal role advises Air Force leadership on cybersecurity and intelligence needs for weapon systems and strategic defense programs. You'll work as a senior technical consultant integrating engineering expertise with intelligence analysis to inform acquisition and sustainment decisions.
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Systems Engineer
Boeing
Listed on Boeing’s careers site · Apply there ↗
General Engineer
Space Development Agency
Contract · Redstone Arsenal, Alabama · $130,987 – $197,200
This is a technical leadership role in the Department of Defense's Space Development Agency, where you will serve as the chief engineering authority at an operations center, advising senior military leadership on complex space systems and directing real-time crisis response for satellite and ground infrastructure. The position suits experienced aerospace or systems engineers with deep expertise in spacecraft operations, cloud architectures, and integration testing who thrive in high-stakes, fast-paced environments.
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Systems Engineer
Sullair Corporation
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Senior Staff Data Center Systems Engineer, R&D
Crusoe
Denver, CO · $188,000 – $235,000
Crusoe seeks a senior engineer to define next-generation AI data center architecture by evaluating emerging technologies and leading cross-disciplinary systems integration from pilot through hyperscale deployment. This role suits experienced infrastructure architects comfortable working at the intersection of power, thermal, compute, and facility design domains.
Listed on Crusoe’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (NAS)
Federal Aviation Administration
Fremont, CA · $113,195 – $175,437
This is a senior technical leadership role overseeing the complex electronics systems that support air traffic control and navigation across the National Airspace System. The position suits experienced engineers who can manage multiple facilities, solve critical system problems independently, and represent the organization to internal and external stakeholders during both routine operations and emergencies.
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Systems Engineer (Hiring Event)
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency
Saint Louis, MO · $76,573 – $158,322
This federal systems engineer role involves designing and implementing complex systems and infrastructure across the intelligence community's enterprise architecture. You'll translate mission requirements into technical capabilities, oversee development and testing through the full lifecycle, and coordinate system integration while working with diverse teams.
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Roles similar to System Administrator (46)
From Computer Support Specialist, Database Administrator, IT Administrator, IT Specialist, Network Administrator, Systems Administrator.
IT Specialist
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
College Park, MD · $85,447 – $111,087
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TITLE 32 IT SPEC (PLCYPLN) GS-2210-11
Air National Guard Units
Charleston, WV · $75,278 – $97,867
This Air National Guard position advises base leadership on information technology and communications infrastructure, planning systems and enforcing policy across the wing. It suits experienced IT professionals with a military background seeking to combine technical expertise with strategic planning in a defense environment.
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IT SPECIALIST (CUSTSPT)
Naval Supply Systems Command
San Diego, CA · $119,630 – $152,062
This IT role at a Naval supply support center involves coordinating IT service transitions, validating contractor performance, and providing technical guidance on systems like NMCI and ONE-Net to regional military activities. The position suits someone with federal IT customer service experience and knowledge of infrastructure management who can work between military operations and external service providers.
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Database Administrator
Accenture
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IT SPECIALIST (SYSADMIN)
U.S. Pacific Fleet
Pearl Harbor, Hawaii · $111,119 – $144,457
This role manages secure communications infrastructure and cryptographic systems for submarine fleet operations, handling policy development and system administration for communications security across a large military organization. It suits experienced IT professionals comfortable working with classified systems, regulatory compliance, and high-stakes infrastructure where security decisions have organization-wide impact.
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IT SPECIALIST (SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION) (TITLE 32)
Army National Guard Units
Jefferson Barracks, Missouri · $76,573 – $99,550
A systems administration specialist in the Army National Guard's Intelligence Directorate who manages military intelligence networks, maintains administrator accounts, coordinates security updates, and provides technical support to ensure uninterrupted service across distributed units.
Via USAJOBS · Apply there ↗
IT Specialist (AI)
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
San Francisco, CA · $90,925 – $118,204
A federal IT role building and maintaining AI/ML platforms at CMS, combining platform engineering with governance and compliance work. This suits someone with hands-on experience deploying machine learning systems who is comfortable navigating federal security and regulatory requirements.
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IT Specialist (Network Services)
U.S. Army Cyber Command
Fort Huachuca, AZ · $91,205 – $124,649
This is a DOD Cyber Excepted Service network role at Fort Huachuca that involves coordinating service interruptions, translating requirements into network specifications, and configuring systems to support Army LAN/WAN infrastructure. The position suits experienced IT professionals with hands-on network management experience who can work with classified networks and represent the office in technical meetings.
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IT Specialist (Artificial Intelligence) DIRECT HIRE
U.S. International Trade Commission
Full-time · Washington, DC · $143,913 – $187,093
The U.S. International Trade Commission seeks an AI specialist to architect and oversee the agency's artificial intelligence systems, from strategy and governance through deployment and workforce training. This role suits someone with deep enterprise AI platform experience who can lead secure, compliant implementations across federal cloud infrastructure while advising leadership on AI adoption and risk.
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Information Technology Specialist (SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION) - DIRECT HIRING AUTHORITY
Air Force Materiel Command
Kelly AFB, Texas; Lackland AFB, Texas · $90,823 – $140,403
A federal senior systems administrator role responsible for planning, installing, testing, and maintaining an organization's hardware and software infrastructure. This suits experienced IT professionals seeking advancement in a structured government environment with defined career progression.
Via USAJOBS · Apply there ↗