Senior System Administrator Salary in the United States

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How much does a Senior System Administrator make in the United States? The average Senior System Administrator salary in the United States is $116,253 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $103,926 and $129,078. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Senior System Administrator

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Ski Team U System Senior Manager
Palisades Tahoe - RENO , NV
Job Description. Please note, this position is located at Palisades Tahoe Resort in Olympic Valley, CA. \n. Flex Year Round. Palisades Tahoe. We share the spiri
- 21 days ago
Ski Team U System Senior Manager
Palisades Tahoe - OLYMPIC VALLEY , CA
Job Description. Please note, this position is located at Palisades Tahoe Resort in Olympic Valley, CA. \n. Flex Year Round. Palisades Tahoe. We share the spiri
- 21 days ago
Ski Team U System Senior Manager
Palisades Tahoe - TRUCKEE , CA
Job Description. Please note, this position is located at Palisades Tahoe Resort in Olympic Valley, CA. \n. Flex Year Round. Palisades Tahoe. We share the spiri
- 21 days ago
Ski Team U System Senior Manager
Palisades Tahoe - TAHOE CITY , CA
Job Description. Please note, this position is located at Palisades Tahoe Resort in Olympic Valley, CA. \n. Flex Year Round. Palisades Tahoe. We share the spiri
- 21 days ago
Ski Team U System Senior Manager
Palisades Tahoe - SOUTH LAKE TAHOE , CA
Job Description. Please note, this position is located at Palisades Tahoe Resort in Olympic Valley, CA. \n. Flex Year Round. Palisades Tahoe. We share the spiri
- 21 days ago
Principal System Administrator (Remote)
Capital One - MCLEAN , VA
Principal System Administrator (Remote). Overview. Ever since our first credit card customer in 1994, Capital One has recognized that technology and data can en
- 3 days ago

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