Mid Level Senior Systems Administrator Jobs

Mid level senior systems administrator jobs go to professionals ready to own infrastructure projects end to end, make architectural decisions with limited oversight, and mentor junior colleagues. Openings are split across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Energy, with employers like Perplexity, SpaceX, and Substack hiring at this level now.

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Open roles21
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerPerplexity
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type100% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Senior Oracle Payroll Systems Administrator
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Senior Oracle Payroll Systems Administrator
KPG99 INC
Andover, Massachusetts
Human Resources
Technical Product & Program Management
Systems Administration
On-Site
None

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Pharmacy Automation Systems Administrator
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Pharmacy Automation Systems Administrator
Memorial Healthcare System
Hollywood, Florida
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Customer Service & Support
Pharmacy
Customer Service
Systems Administration
On-Site
High School

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Senior Network Systems Administrator
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Senior Network Systems Administrator
First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
IT Support & Systems Administration
IT Support
Systems Administration
Network Engineering
On-Site
High School

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IT Analyst/Programmer III Systems Administrator - Phoenix Municipal Court
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IT Analyst/Programmer III Systems Administrator - Phoenix Municipal Court
City of Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$93k - $124k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business administration
10,000+

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20199 - Senior Systems Administrator
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20199 - Senior Systems Administrator
Hyundai AutoEver America
West Point, Georgia
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$115k - $130k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology

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Mid Level Senior Systems Administrator Job Market

Who's Hiring

Perplexity2 open roles
SpaceX1 open role
Substack1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Energy
  • Education
  • Aerospace & Defense

Mid Level Senior Systems Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a mid level senior systems administrator job?

Position yourself around ownership, not just task completion. Highlight systems you administered independently, incidents you resolved, and improvements you drove, such as automating a deployment process or hardening a network configuration. Certifications like RHCSA, Microsoft 365, or VMware VCP strengthen your application, and demonstrating cross-team collaboration shows you are ready for broader scope.

Which companies hire mid level senior systems administrators?

Companies hiring mid level senior systems administrators right now include Perplexity, SpaceX, and Substack, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of employers, including large enterprises modernizing on-premise infrastructure, managed service providers scaling client operations, and mid-size organizations building out dedicated IT teams.

Are there remote mid level senior systems administrator jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by employer and role type. About 0% of mid level senior systems administrator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, making this a realistic option for experienced administrators. Roles involving cloud infrastructure, monitoring, and scripting tend to accommodate remote work more readily than positions requiring hands-on hardware management.

How do I move up to a mid level senior systems administrator role?

Growth from entry level into mid level comes from accumulating ownership over time, not just years on the job. Build depth in a core area such as Linux administration, Active Directory, or cloud platforms, then take on projects where you own the outcome. Documenting your impact, earning relevant certifications, and gradually taking on work that requires less oversight signals readiness for a mid level title.

Which industries hire the most mid level senior systems administrators?

Mid Level senior systems administrator roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because they rely on complex, always-on IT environments where experienced administrators are needed to maintain uptime, enforce security standards, and support growing infrastructure without constant senior supervision.