IT Administrator Jobs in Pennsylvania
IT Administrator jobs in Pennsylvania are in steady demand, with strong concentrations in healthcare IT, financial services, and higher education, and openings at every level from entry-level help desk to senior systems administrator. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg drive the bulk of hiring, anchored by large employers like Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Comcast. The most sought-after specialties in Pennsylvania include cloud infrastructure management, Active Directory administration, and network security. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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HOURS: Full-Time 40 hours a week. Day Shift. Monday through Friday
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- Position Summary: Under supervision of the department director, this position will administer and manage the LG computer system or systems and the various implications and interactions between the application and business processes. This is a specific application , where technical, functional and analytical skill are required along with knowledge on how to leverage the system to provide the greatest benefit to the given LG functional area. Plans and coordinates unstructured activities around system use. Performs system installations, maintenance, training, and user support within a defined application environment having knowledge and taking responsibility of the architecture and how the systems work internally and together. This position supervises projects, people, and all aspects of system implementation, maintenance of system and support of users. The incumbent defines, promotes, and guides outcomes, interactions, and communications.
- In addition the incumbent defines system potentials, integrates, organizes, and executes follow through on projects, tasks, and system problems, while working as part of a cross functional team. Responsibilities include the administration of core business systems or integrated computer applications that go beyond a single department or system
- Qualified individuals must have the ability with or without reasonable accommodation to perform the following duties:
- Takes the initial request from customers or others, i.e. new work or change request and identifies what is expected, its scope, urgency and defines the opportunities and stated benefits. Coordinates with appropriate parties to ensure that the various implications and interactions between applications and business processes for LG have been identified and managed.
- Identifies the various skills required for a successful implementation, completes base measurements for a post implementation review of benefits that includes a detailed project implementation plan, charter, objectives, and benefits that is a mutually agreed upon plan with System Administrator, User Management, IS Management and Vendor. The project plan to include the coordination logistics ordering to ensure appropriate hardware, software, devices, networks, training and support are organized.
- Supports and documents implementation processes and system operations by designing and developing the system tables, scripts, backups, recovery processes, data to be converted, schedule downtime, etc., and also to include the following support to achieve desired benefits and capabilities for the business:
- Serves as a manager and liaison between vendor, IT Technical Services and User Management on all application implementations, upgrades, and support issues.
- Analyzes and creates reports for customers based on user and business needs via LG business software tools.
- Design develop training materials, a plan for accomplishing the training with scoring to derive the readiness of staff.
- Review system function and features, uptime downtime and ensure it is performing within expectations and is stable.
- Perform regular ongoing reviews such as post implementation stability and performance measurements; ensure system is functioning as expected.
- Provides timely answers by routinely triaging Level 1 and 2 problems, assists with troubleshooting, obtaining problem details, correcting problems, or elevating to appropriate level of support.
- Other ongoing support processes to include:
- Establish routine maintenance schedule based on needs of system s and users.
- Maintains a FAQ Frequently Asked Question list.
- Performs periodic benefit analysis to address business changes, application changes and or utilizing functionality that has not been implemented.
- Perform application upgrade planning and budgetary obligations..
- Obtains appropriate new hardware and software and coordinates hardware purchases with IS technical staff and vendor to ensure it meets current needs and growth.
- Tracks and prioritizes all enhancements and problems, and ensures system is operating in fashion that meets LG business goals.
- The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:
- Assists with the development of user requirements, concept design, clarifying opportunities with mutually agreed upon set of requirements that can be used for selecting the solution and developing the project plan. This includes assisting with the development of a Business Plan BP , i.e. expected benefits, costs, risk, and timing for management to use to make a decision and give approval.
- Assist with final selection, contract negotiation, and approval process by organizing BP, selection score card, and target implementation dates to ensure requirements are obtained and the BP goals are not compromised.
- Assist with the development of the Business Impact Analysis BIA to ensure business continuity.
- Assist coordinate the implementation of hardware, software, networks, physical site, training, and test environment for any implementation or process redesign that serves to enhance workflow.
- Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Other types of assistance to the Information Services, Project Leader, User Management and users may include the following:
- Coordinate the development of a data conversion plan as well as executing the transfer of data from its original source to the new application.
- Troubleshoots L3 problems and develops processes for issues that are undefined, where root problem is unknown, or where an entire system is affected.
- Develops potential problem avoidance systems, process improvement and process redesign
Responsibilities:
- Minimum Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or Engineering; or a Science degree with an orientation toward automation and process improvement; or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Three 3 years experience in each of the following is required for the position: Systems problem solving and analysis, purchasing developing applications, testing programs systems, managing implementations and conversions.
- Two 2 years project management experience that involves computer software implementations, daily operational support, review and evaluation of system performance.
- Two 2 years experience of providing leadership and direction to users of computer applications.
- Two 2 years experience of developing test and training plans
- Two 2 years experience of medical or financial experience depending on System Administrator job that is being sought.
- Two 2 years experience conducting meetings, preparing status reports, and supporting users team members with problem solving, developing coordinating with application vendor vendors or RFP’s, RFI’s and SOW.
- Two 2 years experience in each of the following is preferred: assisting users, and writing of I.S. documentation.
Credentials:
Education or Equivalent Experience:
- Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required)
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What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in IT administrator jobs across Pennsylvania.
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification preferred by most Pennsylvania employers
- Experience administering Windows Server and Active Directory environments
- Proficiency managing enterprise networks including routers, switches, and firewalls
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS
- Associates or bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
- Experience with IT ticketing systems and end-user support in a multi-site environment
IT Administrator Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become an it administrator in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania does not require a state-issued license to work as an it administrator, so the path centers on education and vendor-recognized credentials. Most employers expect at minimum an associate degree in information technology or a related field, with a bachelor's degree preferred for senior roles. Industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Microsoft certifications carry significant weight with Pennsylvania hiring managers and often substitute for formal degrees in competitive applicant pools.
How much do IT administrators make in Pennsylvania?
IT administrators in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $86,140 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,380 for the lowest 10% to over $130,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire it administrators in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring it administrators in Pennsylvania right now include Omicelo, ResultsCX, and Penn Medicine, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Pennsylvania's dense concentration of health systems, financial institutions, and large universities means demand is consistent year-round rather than clustered in seasonal hiring cycles.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most it administrator jobs?
Lebanon, Philadelphia, and Erie post the most it administrator openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its large health systems, insurance carriers, and corporate headquarters, Pittsburgh draws heavily from its healthcare and technology sectors anchored by UPMC and Carnegie Mellon-affiliated organizations, and Harrisburg reflects state government and regional financial services employers that maintain large on-site IT teams.
Are there remote it administrator jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since it administrator roles often require hands-on hardware support, on-site network management, and physical access to server rooms. About 40% of it administrator openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote work most available for roles focused on cloud administration, helpdesk ticketing, and systems monitoring rather than facilities-based infrastructure work.
How can I get hired as an it administrator in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a help desk or desktop support role, which large Pennsylvania employers such as UPMC, Penn Medicine, and state government agencies regularly staff with candidates who hold an associate degree or a CompTIA A+ certification. Community colleges across Pennsylvania, including HACC and Delaware County Community College, offer IT programs that feed directly into these entry positions. Building hands-on experience through a junior support role and then earning a Network+ or Microsoft certification is the most reliable route into a full it administrator position.
Where can I find and apply to it administrator jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to it administrator jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across industries including healthcare, finance, and state government. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly to the employer through each listing.
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