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Systems Administration Senior Manager Salaries in Kitchener, ON

• What is the average Systems Administration Senior Manager salary for Kitchener, ON?
  How much does a Systems Administration Senior Manager in Kitchener, ON make? The median annual Systems Administration Senior Manager salary in Kitchener, ON is C$185,367, as of August 26, 2026, with a range usually between C$166,662-C$207,789 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Systems Administration Senior Manager may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Systems Administration Senior Manager in Kitchener, ON.

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• Job Description for Systems Administration Senior Manager
  Manages the maintenance and technical support of operating system environments and various computer systems of an organization. Assigns systems maintenance tasks, such as system back-up, recovery, and file maintenance to promote uptime and efficient performance. Leads troubleshooting and resolution of system issues and conducts root cause analysis (RCA) to prevent recurrences. Researches, plans, and approves system software upgrades and computer components. Monitors system performance to identify and address potential issues or opportunities for process improvements. Evaluates vendors and monitors and maintains software licensing and maintenance agreements. Manages projects to completion by defining project scopes, monitoring progress against timelines, and allocating resources. Provides system administrators and technicians with training in the best practices and technologies. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. View full job description

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