Senior Systems Administrator Jobs in Texas
Senior Systems Administrator jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in enterprise IT, energy, defense contracting, and healthcare technology across a market that runs from entry-level systems support through senior infrastructure leadership. The heaviest hiring is in Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin, where established employers like Dell Technologies, AT&T, and Texas Health Resources maintain large IT infrastructure teams. Specialties driving the most consistent openings include virtualization, cloud infrastructure management, Active Directory, and network security operations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
University Health is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Administrator with deep PeopleSoft expertise to support and enhance mission-critical financial, clinical, and administrative systems within a large, complex healthcare environment. This role is ideal for a senior-level professional who enjoys system ownership, problem-solving, and partnering with business and clinical leaders to keep enterprise systems running at peak performance.
Why This Role Matters
In this role, you will serve as a technical authority and trusted advisor, providing hands-on system administration, analysis, and guidance for enterprise applications that directly support patient care and hospital operations. Your work will have a visible, organization-wide impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a senior technical resource for PeopleSoft and ERP-based systems
- Provide system administration, analysis, configuration, and ongoing support for production and non-production environments
- Lead and support system upgrades, patches, fixes, and enhancements
- Perform systems analysis, testing, and post-implementation reviews
- Troubleshoot complex system and integration issues across platforms
- Support databases, interfaces, data extraction, reporting, and backups
- Collaborate with IS leadership, vendors, and internal customers on projects and issue resolution
- Participate in change control, standards development, and system documentation
- Provide on-call support for assigned enterprise systems
Required Experience & Skills
- Strong hands-on experience with PeopleSoft (required) to include supporting Human Resources and Payroll functionality
- 6+ years of systems administration, programming, or system analysis experience
- Experience supporting ERP or large enterprise application environments
- Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (API, SQL, Visual Basic, ASP/Web, C++, Dell Boomi, or similar)
- Working knowledge of relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle)
- Experience supporting application related hardware such as time clocks, tablets, or similar
- Experience supporting Windows and/or UNIX operating systems
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating across technical and non-technical teams
Preferred Experience
- Healthcare systems or regulated environments
- Experience supporting enterprise platforms such as UKG, Premier, OnBase, ServiceNow, or similar
- Report writing and data extraction tools (SQL, Business Objects)
Why University Health
University Health offers more than just a job — we offer long-term stability, meaningful work, and strong total rewards, including:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Defined benefit pension plan
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Tuition assistance and professional development
- Stable, mission-driven public healthcare environment
- Opportunities to work on complex, enterprise-scale systems that matter
If you are a seasoned PeopleSoft systems professional looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your work has purpose, and your career has longevity, we encourage you to apply.
INTRODUCTION
University Health is seeking an experienced Senior Systems Administrator with deep PeopleSoft expertise to support and enhance mission-critical financial, clinical, and administrative systems within a large, complex healthcare environment. This role is ideal for a senior-level professional who enjoys system ownership, problem-solving, and partnering with business and clinical leaders to keep enterprise systems running at peak performance.
Why This Role Matters
In this role, you will serve as a technical authority and trusted advisor, providing hands-on system administration, analysis, and guidance for enterprise applications that directly support patient care and hospital operations. Your work will have a visible, organization-wide impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a senior technical resource for PeopleSoft and ERP-based systems
- Provide system administration, analysis, configuration, and ongoing support for production and non-production environments
- Lead and support system upgrades, patches, fixes, and enhancements
- Perform systems analysis, testing, and post-implementation reviews
- Troubleshoot complex system and integration issues across platforms
- Support databases, interfaces, data extraction, reporting, and backups
- Collaborate with IS leadership, vendors, and internal customers on projects and issue resolution
- Participate in change control, standards development, and system documentation
- Provide on-call support for assigned enterprise systems
Required Experience & Skills
- Strong hands-on experience with PeopleSoft (required) to include supporting Human Resources and Payroll functionality
- 6+ years of systems administration, programming, or system analysis experience
- Experience supporting ERP or large enterprise application environments
- Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (API, SQL, Visual Basic, ASP/Web, C++, Dell Boomi, or similar)
- Working knowledge of relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle)
- Experience supporting application related hardware such as time clocks, tablets, or similar
- Experience supporting Windows and/or UNIX operating systems
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating across technical and non-technical teams
Preferred Experience
- Healthcare systems or regulated environments
- Experience supporting enterprise platforms such as UKG, Premier, OnBase, ServiceNow, or similar
- Report writing and data extraction tools (SQL, Business Objects)
Why University Health
University Health offers more than just a job — we offer long-term stability, meaningful work, and strong total rewards, including:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Defined benefit pension plan
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Tuition assistance and professional development
- Stable, mission-driven public healthcare environment
- Opportunities to work on complex, enterprise-scale systems that matter
If you are a seasoned PeopleSoft systems professional looking for a role where your expertise is valued, your work has purpose, and your career has longevity, we encourage you to apply.
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Senior Systems Administrator Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Memorial Hermann Health System17
- Houston Methodist5
- Kirkland & Ellis5
- Texas Children's Hospital4
- Apple3
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software37
- Healthcare & Medical Services30
- Consulting & Professional Services11
- Energy9
- Law & Legal Services7
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior systems administrator jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a closely related field
- Active certifications such as Microsoft MCSA, CompTIA Server+, or VMware VCP preferred by most Texas employers
- Minimum five years of hands-on experience managing enterprise Windows or Linux server environments
- Demonstrated experience with virtualization platforms including VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V
- Working knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and enterprise backup solutions
- Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS in hybrid on-premises and cloud environments
Senior Systems Administrator Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior systems administrator in Texas?
Most senior systems administrator roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, combined with several years of progressively responsible infrastructure experience. Texas does not issue a state-specific license for this role, so employers rely on industry certifications to verify expertise. Credentials such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, CompTIA Security+, and VMware VCP carry significant weight with Texas hiring managers and are frequently listed as requirements in job postings.
How much do senior systems administrators make in Texas?
Senior systems administrators in Texas earn a median of about $101,240 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,650 for the lowest 10% to over $155,430 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire senior systems administrators in Texas?
Employers hiring senior systems administrators in Texas right now include Memorial Hermann Health System, Houston Methodist, and Kirkland & Ellis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large concentration of energy companies, defense contractors, healthcare systems, and technology headquarters creates consistent year-round demand for experienced infrastructure professionals.
Which Texas cities have the most senior systems administrator jobs?
Houston, Austin, and Dallas have the most senior systems administrator openings in Texas right now. Dallas-Fort Worth leads because of its dense concentration of corporate headquarters, financial services firms, and telecom giants, while Houston's energy sector and medical center drive demand there, and Austin's technology industry and state government agencies sustain a steady pipeline of infrastructure roles.
Are there remote senior systems administrator jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many IT roles, because a meaningful share of systems administration work involving cloud infrastructure, monitoring, and configuration management can be done off-site. About 20% of senior systems administrator openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, though roles requiring hands-on data center work, physical server maintenance, or on-site security compliance tend to remain fully in-person.
How can I get hired as a senior systems administrator in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a systems administrator I or IT support specialist, roles that large Texas employers like Texas Health Resources, the University of Texas System, and major state agencies post regularly for candidates without senior experience. Building a home lab, earning foundational certifications such as CompTIA A+ and Network+, and applying to IT help desk or junior server technician positions at Dallas-Fort Worth or Houston enterprise employers gives you the hands-on background needed to move up within two to three years.
Where can I find and apply to senior systems administrator jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to senior systems administrator jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer through the listing.
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