System Administrator Jobs in North Carolina

System Administrator jobs in North Carolina represent an active and competitive market, concentrated in technology services, financial services, healthcare, and state government, with demand at every level from junior help-desk administrators through senior infrastructure engineers. The heaviest hiring happens in the Research Triangle area, Charlotte, and Greensboro, where employers such as Bank of America, Duke University Health System, and Lenovo North America maintain large IT operations. The most sought-after specialties are cloud infrastructure management, Active Directory and identity management, and network security administration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles26
Top employerInfojini
Top cityRaleigh, NC
Cities hiring14
Work type89% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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SATO America
Business System Administrator
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SATO America
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Business System Administrator
SATO America
Charlotte, North Carolina
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business
201-500

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Sparetime Entertainment
IT System Administrator
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Sparetime Entertainment
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IT System Administrator
Sparetime Entertainment
Huntersville, North Carolina
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management

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Empower AI Inc.
Site System Administrator
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Empower AI Inc.
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Site System Administrator
Empower AI Inc.
Charlotte, North Carolina
Business Operations
Customer Success
Project Management
On-Site
ITIL Certification

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Rivet
Financial System Administrator (Seymour Johnson AFB)
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Rivet
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Financial System Administrator (Seymour Johnson AFB)
Rivet
Goldsboro, North Carolina
IT Support & Systems Administration
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$17.34 - $22.15/hr
51-200

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Corvid Technologies LLC
Linux System Administrator
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Corvid Technologies LLC
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Linux System Administrator
Corvid Technologies LLC
Mooresville, North Carolina
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
Bachelor's degree in Physics
201-500

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System Administrator Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Raleigh
6 jobs
Charlotte
4 jobs
Fort Bragg
3 jobs
Jamestown
2 jobs
Fayetteville
2 jobs
Apex
1 job
Durham
1 job
Asheville
1 job
Goldsboro
1 job

System Administrator Job Market in North Carolina

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

Who's Hiring

Infojini
Infojini2 open roles
North Carolina State University
North Carolina State University2 open roles
Guilford Technical Community College
Guilford Technical Community College2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Education

What North Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in system administrator jobs across North Carolina.

  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience administering Windows Server and Linux environments
  • Active CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator, or equivalent certification
  • Proficiency managing Active Directory, Group Policy, and user account provisioning
  • Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere or Microsoft Hyper-V
  • Familiarity with backup systems, disaster recovery procedures, and IT ticketing tools

System Administrator Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a system administrator in North Carolina?

North Carolina does not require a state-issued license to work as a system administrator, so the path runs through education and industry certification. Most employers expect at least an associate or bachelor's degree in information technology or computer science, and certifications such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator carry significant weight. Community colleges across the state, including Wake Tech and Central Piedmont, offer IT programs that align directly with entry-level administrator roles.

How much do system administrators make in North Carolina?

System administrators in North Carolina earn a median of about $95,230 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,680 for the lowest 10% to over $149,650 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire system administrators in North Carolina?

Employers hiring system administrators in North Carolina right now include Infojini, North Carolina State University, and Guilford Technical Community College, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's concentration of major banks, university health systems, and technology manufacturers means system administrator roles appear across a wide range of industries rather than being limited to pure tech firms.

Which North Carolina cities have the most system administrator jobs?

Raleigh, Charlotte, and Fort Bragg have the most system administrator openings in North Carolina. The Research Triangle anchors the largest share of postings, driven by its dense cluster of technology companies, major universities, and state government agencies, while Charlotte's financial services sector and Greensboro's logistics and manufacturing base generate consistent demand across the Triad and Piedmont regions.

Are there remote system administrator jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based roles, because system administrators frequently need physical access to servers, network hardware, and end-user devices. About 11% of system administrator openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and the positions most likely to allow remote work are those focused on cloud infrastructure, monitoring, and scripting rather than on-site hardware support.

How can I get hired as a system administrator in North Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a help desk or IT support associate role, which large North Carolina employers such as state government agencies, UNC Health, and regional banks regularly post as starting points for IT careers. Earning CompTIA A+ or Google IT Support certification strengthens a candidate's profile before applying. Wake Technical Community College and Central Piedmont Community College both offer cooperative education and internship connections that give early-career candidates hands-on exposure that employers recognize.

Where can I find and apply to system administrator jobs in North Carolina?

You can find and apply to system administrator jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Search the listings to see what matches your experience and specialization, find a role that fits, and apply directly.

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