IT Administrator Jobs in Kentucky

IT Administrator jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in Louisville, Lexington, and the Northern Kentucky corridor, where employers like Humana, Lexmark, and Kindred Healthcare maintain large technology operations and hire across the full seniority range from help-desk-adjacent support roles to senior infrastructure leads. Demand runs strongest in network administration, endpoint management, and enterprise systems support, reflecting the state's mix of healthcare IT, manufacturing technology, and financial services. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles20
Top employerThe Kidz Club
Top cityLouisville, KY
Cities hiring10
Work type70% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Ethos Laboratories
Executive Sales Support Administrator
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Ethos Laboratories
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Executive Sales Support Administrator
Ethos Laboratories
Newport, Kentucky
Business Operations
Project Management
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification
51-200

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Aretum
System Administrator
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Aretum
New 1m ago
System Administrator
Aretum
Louisville, Kentucky
Business Development
Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor of Science

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PPL Corporation
Contract Administrator I or II
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PPL Corporation
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Contract Administrator I or II
PPL Corporation
Louisville, Kentucky
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Bachelor's degree in business
5,001-10,000

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General Dynamics Information Technology
Systems Administrator Senior – TS/SCI required
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General Dynamics Information Technology
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Systems Administrator Senior – TS/SCI required
General Dynamics Information Technology
Fort Campbell, Kentucky
Project & Program Management
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
$77k - $104k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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PayrollPartners
CRM Administrator
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PayrollPartners
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CRM Administrator
PayrollPartners
Fort Wright, Kentucky
IT Support
IT Support & Systems Administration
Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
$70k - $80k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology

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IT Administrator Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Louisville
8 jobs
Lexington
4 jobs
Newport
1 job
Erlanger
1 job
Florence
1 job
Covington
1 job
Winchester
1 job
Fort Wright
1 job
Fort Campbell
1 job

IT Administrator Job Market in Kentucky

A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • The Kidz Club
    The Kidz Club2
  • Trane Technologies
    Trane Technologies2
  • Appalachian Regional Healthcare
    Appalachian Regional Healthcare2
  • AISAN
    AISAN1
  • Aretum
    Aretum1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software4
  • Manufacturing2
  • Healthcare & Medical Services2
  • Energy1
  • Retail1

What Kentucky Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in IT administrator jobs across Kentucky.

  • CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification required or strongly preferred
  • Experience managing Windows Server environments and Active Directory administration
  • Proficiency with enterprise ticketing systems such as ServiceNow or Remedy
  • Demonstrated ability to support and troubleshoot LAN, WAN, and VPN infrastructure
  • Experience with endpoint management tools such as SCCM, Intune, or Jamf
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field

IT Administrator Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a it administrator in Kentucky?

Kentucky does not require a state-issued license to work as an it administrator, so the path runs through education and vendor-neutral certifications. Most Kentucky employers expect at least an associate degree in information technology or a related field, combined with CompTIA A+, Network+, or a Microsoft certification. Technical programs at institutions like Jefferson Community and Technical College or Bluegrass Community and Technical College provide a direct route into entry-level roles.

How much do IT administrators make in Kentucky?

IT administrators in Kentucky earn a median of about $87,020 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $55,920 for the lowest 10% to over $171,770 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire it administrators in Kentucky?

Companies currently hiring it administrators in Kentucky include The Kidz Club, Trane Technologies, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Kentucky's large healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing employers generate consistent IT administrator demand year-round, particularly in Louisville and Northern Kentucky.

Which Kentucky cities have the most it administrator jobs?

Louisville, Lexington, and Newport have the most it administrator openings in Kentucky. Louisville leads because it anchors the state's largest concentration of healthcare systems, corporate headquarters, and logistics operations, while Lexington draws demand from the University of Kentucky health system and regional financial services firms, and Northern Kentucky benefits from its proximity to Cincinnati's technology and financial services corridor.

Are there remote it administrator jobs in Kentucky?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because it administrators frequently handle on-site hardware, server rooms, and in-person troubleshooting. About 30% of it administrator openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of much of the work. Roles focused on cloud administration, helpdesk tier-two support, or systems monitoring are the most likely to appear as remote positions.

How can I get hired as a it administrator in Kentucky with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a helpdesk or desktop support role first, then moving into administration from there. Large Kentucky employers like Humana and university health systems in Louisville and Lexington regularly post entry-level IT support positions that feed into administrator tracks. Earning a CompTIA A+ certification before applying gives candidates a measurable edge, and technical programs at Jefferson Community and Technical College or Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College provide hands-on lab experience that hiring managers in the state recognize.

Where can I find and apply to it administrator jobs in Kentucky?

You can find and apply to it administrator jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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