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SENIOR SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

Job Title SENIOR SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR Location Huntsville, AL US (Primary) Category Information Technology Job Type Full-Time Career Level Experienced (Non-Manager) Education Bachelor's Degree ...

Training System Administrator - Senior

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Position Summary ECS is seeking a Training System Administrator - Senior to support the Army ... Administer student accounts and configure lab environments to support instructional activities.

System Administrator - Senior

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Position Summary ECS is seeking a System Administrator - Senior to support the Army National Guard ENOCS program. The selected candidate will lead the sustainment of enterprise application hosting ...

System Administrator - Senior

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Everforth ECS is seeking a System Administrator - Senior to work in Fairfax, Virginia. Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award. Responsibilities * Administer and maintain ...

Sr. Lab Technician

Allentown, PA · On-site

$18.75 - $25/hr

Senior Lab Technician Sirius Staffing is seeking a Senior Lab Technician for a long term contract ... Experience working with high-pressure systems and catalysts preferred * Strong communication ...

Senior System Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$82K - $111K/yr

The Senior System Administrator is responsible for designing, optimizing, and securing the organization's global enterprise server infrastructure, data storage, virtualization layers, and cloud ...

Sr. System Administrator

Winchester, VA · On-site

$83K - $113K/yr

We are looking for professional Senior System Administrators to join the 6K Team! JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Individuals will support the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)'s information Management ...

Sr. System Administrator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

We're looking for friendly, professional, and motivated Sr. Systems Administrator to join our Information Technology team. If you're looking for a company that embraces the principles of respect ...

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How much do senior lab system administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior lab system administrator in the United States is $102,229.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Lab System Administrator vs Lab Technician?

AspectSenior Lab System AdministratorLab Technician
CredentialsIT certifications, relevant degrees, experience in system managementTechnical diploma or associate degree, specialized training
Work EnvironmentLaboratories with complex IT infrastructure, research facilitiesLaboratory settings focused on sample processing and testing
Employer & IndustryResearch institutions, biotech, pharmaceutical companiesMedical labs, research facilities, manufacturing
Common TasksManaging lab IT systems, troubleshooting hardware/software, network securityPreparing samples, operating lab equipment, recording data

The Senior Lab System Administrator primarily manages and maintains the IT infrastructure within laboratories, requiring technical certifications and experience. In contrast, Lab Technicians focus on sample processing and laboratory testing. While both roles work in lab environments, their responsibilities and skill sets differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Senior Lab System Administrator job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,229 per year, or $49.1 per hour.

$90K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Job Summary: Our company is seeking a highly skilled System Administrator to manage a development and testing computer lab environment. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Cisco Catalyst, Cisco UCS, VMware, Microsoft Active Directory, VDI, VPN, DNS, and various support IT services like Terraform and other automation software. The primary responsibility of this role will be to maintain infrastructure, ensure all users have appropriate access, and implement emerging technologies as needed.
Responsibilities:
  • Manage and maintain the development and testing computer lab infrastructure, including Cisco Catalyst, Cisco UCS, VMware, and Microsoft Active Directory
  • Implement and support VDI, VPN, DNS, and other IT services as needed
  • Manage access control and permissions for all users in the development and testing computer lab environment
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise
  • Implement and maintain backup and recovery systems for critical data
  • Collaborate with other teams to ensure that the development and testing computer lab environment is aligned with project goals and objectives
  • Keep abreast of emerging technologies and implement them as needed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the system
  • Provide training and support to end-users as needed
  • Develop and maintain system documentation, policies, and procedures
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field is preferred, but NOT required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in system administration
  • Strong knowledge of Cisco Catalyst, Cisco UCS, VMware, Microsoft Active Directory, VDI, VPN, DNS, and various support IT services like Terraform and other automation software
  • Experience with system monitoring and troubleshooting
  • Experience with backup and recovery systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  • Strong documentation and organizational skills
This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a highly skilled System Administrator to join a dynamic and innovative team. If you meet the requirements and have a passion for managing complex computer lab environments, we encourage you to apply