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How much do windows infrastructure manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for windows infrastructure manager in the United States is $154,028.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $113,000.00 and $197,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Windows Infrastructure Managers and how can they be addressed?

Windows Infrastructure Managers often face challenges such as ensuring system uptime, managing large-scale upgrades, and maintaining security compliance. Coordinating with multiple departments and responding to unexpected outages can also be demanding. Staying proactive with regular system monitoring, implementing robust change management processes, and fostering strong communication with IT and business teams help mitigate these challenges. Continuous professional development and leveraging automation tools can also enhance efficiency and system reliability.

What does a Windows Infrastructure Manager do?

A Windows Infrastructure Manager oversees the planning, deployment, and maintenance of Windows-based server environments within an organization. Their responsibilities include managing Active Directory, ensuring system security, monitoring performance, and coordinating updates or upgrades. They also lead teams of IT professionals, troubleshoot complex issues, and develop strategies for disaster recovery and business continuity. The role is critical for ensuring reliable and secure IT operations that support the business’s needs.

What is the difference between Windows Infrastructure Manager vs Windows Systems Administrator?

AspectWindows Infrastructure ManagerWindows Systems Administrator
CertificationsMicrosoft Certified: Windows Server, MCSEMicrosoft Certified: Windows Server, MCSA
Work EnvironmentOversees infrastructure, strategic planning, team managementMaintains and supports Windows servers, troubleshooting
ResponsibilitiesDesigns infrastructure, manages projects, ensures system securityPerforms daily server maintenance, user support, issue resolution

The Windows Infrastructure Manager focuses on designing and managing the overall Windows infrastructure, including strategic planning and team leadership. In contrast, the Windows Systems Administrator handles daily operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Windows servers. Both roles require similar certifications but differ in scope and responsibilities, with the manager role being more strategic and leadership-oriented.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Windows Infrastructure Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Windows Infrastructure Manager, you need deep expertise in Windows Server administration, networking, virtualization, and a relevant degree or certifications like Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate. Familiarity with tools such as Active Directory, PowerShell, VMware, Hyper-V, and systems monitoring platforms is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills set outstanding candidates apart, enabling them to manage teams and coordinate with stakeholders. These skills and qualities are critical for maintaining secure, reliable, and scalable IT environments that support organizational operations.
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Infographic showing various Windows Infrastructure Manager job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 56% Full Time, 42% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $154,028 per year, or $74.1 per hour.
Manager, Windows Infrastructure

Manager, Windows Infrastructure

HealthPartners

Bloomington, MN • On-site

Other

Medical, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Manages deliverables, workflows, and the professional development of resources within the Windows group.

  • Creates and manages Windows Server and workstation patching processes and application deployment processes, reviewing tools and automation options.

  • Develops and reviews budgets, ensuring guidelines and objectives are maintained, and prepares monthly variance report analysis including documentation and validation of threshold variances.


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Job description

HealthPartners is hiring a Manager, Windows Infrastructure. This role leads HealthPartners' Windows Administration function, ensuring the resources, tools, and processes are in place to support and continuously improve enterprise infrastructure operations. The manager supports the team by providing clear direction, effective training, and ongoing coaching and mentoring aligned with defined roles and responsibilities.

In partnership with colleagues across IT, this role contributes to the development of infrastructure strategy, process improvement initiatives, and the delivery of reliable, efficient, and scalable infrastructure services that support organizational goals.

Reporting to the Director of Technical Infrastructure Services, this position manages thirteen professionals supporting both on-prem and cloud-based platforms. This role plays a critical part in maintaining daytoday operational stability and supporting future infrastructure needs, serving as a key leadership position within the technical infrastructure organization.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Eight (8) years of experience performing Windows administration (installation, configuration, performance tuning, optimization) or equivalent IT infrastructure experience.
  • Five (5) years of experience with virtual server infrastructure
  • Demonstrated ability to develop, motivate, and lead successful teams.
  • Strong understanding of software and system development methodologies
  • Excellent customer service acumen
  • Strong knowledge of Windows server operating systems 
  • Proficient use of Microsoft tools; including Outlook, Word, Visio, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate difficult or complex issues and concepts to a wide variety of audiences.
  • Excellent critical thinking skills
  • Expert understanding of capacity plan development and implementation
  • Strong project delivery management skills
  • Experience with and understanding budget development and financial review.
  • Staff supervision and management; understanding general Human Resources guidelines and principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Five (5) years of proven people management and staff supervision experience. 
  • Ten (10) or more years of progressive experience in information technology and/or the healthcare industry.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop technical professionals and junior technical leaders.

Hours/Location:

  • M-F; core business hours
  • This role includes occasional off-hours support and project work and helps ensure the team provides appropriate after-hours on-call coverage.

Responsibilities:

  • Manages deliverables, workflows, and the professional development of resources within the Windows group.
  • Manages staff; providing yearly performance reviews and establishing staff goals that enable professional development; hiring and terminating staff as needed.
  • Develops and reviews budgets; ensuring guidelines and objectives are maintained throughout the year, preparing monthly variance report analysis including the documentation and validation of threshold variances.
  • Formulates tactics and strategy to drive down ongoing maintenance costs.
  • Completes feasibility studies and determines time and cost estimates, productivity levels, capacity needs, and security needs, maintaining metrics reporting, monitoring trends, and providing analysis and proposals to Senior Management for potential infrastructure needs, issues, and improvements.
  • Creates and manages Windows Server and workstation patching processes and application deployment processes, reviewing tools and automation options.
  • Determines upgrade requirements as needed.
  • Partners with Infrastructure Leadership to develop capacity, availability, and technology strategies in alignment with the growth of HealthPartners' services, vision, and goals.
  • Manages Infrastructure Projects and project participation; ensuring resources with the appropriate experience, knowledge, and skill sets are assigned appropriately.
  • Develops, reviews, and maintains operating level requirements and agreements.
  • Participates in negotiations and reviews and investigates agreements to ensure HealthPartners' best interests are represented and the underpinning architecture is uncompromised.

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good - good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you'll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We're a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We're working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we're committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.


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