IT Administrator Jobs in New York

IT Administrator jobs in New York are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in financial services, healthcare systems, media and entertainment, and large public-sector agencies, with openings at every level from junior helpdesk-adjacent roles through senior infrastructure leads. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where institutions like JPMorgan Chase, NewYork-Presbyterian, and IBM maintain large IT operations and regularly staff administrator roles across networks, systems, and cloud environments. The most in-demand specialties are Active Directory and identity management, Microsoft 365 administration, and virtualization. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles452+
Top employerNew York University
Top cityNew York, NY
Cities hiring73
Work type81% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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EVG Specialty Network
IT Administrator
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EVG Specialty Network
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IT Administrator
EVG Specialty Network
New York, New York
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
IT Support
Systems Administration
$70k - $85k/yr
Hybrid
None

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EnerSys
Plant IT Administrator
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EnerSys
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Plant IT Administrator
EnerSys
Commack, New York
IT Support & Systems Administration
IT Support
Systems Administration
$74k - $92k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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New York University
IT Systems Administrator
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New York University
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IT Systems Administrator
New York University
Brooklyn, New York
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
IT Support
Systems Administration
$72k - $88k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Massena Hospital, Inc.
Senior IT Systems Administrator
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Massena Hospital, Inc.
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Senior IT Systems Administrator
Massena Hospital, Inc.
Rochester, New York
IT Support & Systems Administration
Data Science & Analytics
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
IT Support
Systems Administration
Security & Protective Services
$110k - $135k/yr
Remote (US)
Associate's

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GoodRx
IT Systems Administrator
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GoodRx
Added 1mo ago
IT Systems Administrator
GoodRx
New York, New York
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
IT Support
Systems Administration
$80k - $154k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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IT Administrator Jobs by City in New York

Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New York
258 jobs
Albany
17 jobs
Rochester
15 jobs
Buffalo
14 jobs
Brooklyn
13 jobs
Manhattan
10 jobs
Syracuse
9 jobs
Bronx
8 jobs
Brighton
4 jobs

IT Administrator Job Market in New York

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

Who's Hiring

  • New York University
    New York University14
  • City of New York
    City of New York13
  • Point72
    Point7211
  • Bank of China USA
    Bank of China USA9
  • CB20
    CB209

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software144
  • Investment & Asset Management48
  • Education43
  • Healthcare & Medical Services42
  • Consulting & Professional Services38

What New York Employers Look For

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

  • CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification recognized by New York employers
  • Proficiency administering Windows Server environments including Active Directory and Group Policy
  • Experience managing Microsoft 365 or Azure Active Directory in an enterprise setting
  • Hands-on knowledge of network infrastructure including switches, firewalls, and VLANs
  • Familiarity with ticketing systems and ITIL service management practices
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field

IT Administrator Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a it administrator in New York?

New York does not require a state-issued license to work as an it administrator, so the path runs through education and vendor credentials. Most New York employers expect at minimum an associate degree in information technology or computer science, with a bachelor's preferred for corporate and government roles. CompTIA certifications are widely recognized as a baseline, while Microsoft or Cisco credentials strengthen applications for roles tied to enterprise infrastructure in the state's large financial, healthcare, and public-sector employers.

How much do IT administrators make in New York?

IT administrators in New York earn a median of about $105,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $69,930 for the lowest 10% to over $166,810 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire it administrators in New York?

Employers hiring it administrators in New York right now include New York University, City of New York, and Point72, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's concentration of large financial institutions, hospital networks, and state government agencies means it administrator roles appear consistently year-round rather than seasonally.

Which New York cities have the most it administrator jobs?

New York, Albany, and Rochester have the most it administrator openings in New York. New York City dominates the list because of its density of corporate headquarters, major hospital systems, and financial institutions, while Buffalo and Albany generate steady demand through large healthcare campuses, state agency IT departments, and regional university systems that maintain their own infrastructure teams.

Are there remote it administrator jobs in New York?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based roles because it administrators frequently need to be on-site to handle hardware, cabling, and physical infrastructure. About 19% of it administrator openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The tasks most likely to shift remote are cloud administration, Microsoft 365 management, and helpdesk triage, while server room work and device deployment remain on-site.

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

The most realistic entry path is a helpdesk or desktop support role at a New York employer, which provides the hands-on exposure that leads directly to administrator responsibilities. Large hospital networks like NewYork-Presbyterian and Northwell Health, along with city and state government agencies, run junior IT associate programs that accept candidates without prior professional experience. Earning a CompTIA A+ certification before applying gives candidates a concrete credential that hiring managers in New York's cost-conscious public and nonprofit sectors treat as a reliable substitute for work history.

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

You can find and apply to it administrator jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the New York market. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, location preference, and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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