Systems Administrator III Salary in the United States

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Systems Administrator III Salary

How much does a Systems Administrator III make in the United States? The average Systems Administrator III salary in the United States is $104,174 as of May 27, 2021, but the range typically falls between $92,352 and $114,915. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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25% $92,352 10% $81,588 90% $124,694 75% $114,915 $104,174 50%(Median)

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Job Description for Systems Administrator III

Systems Administrator III maintains and supports the integrity of the operating system environment and various computer systems. Administers, installs and troubleshoots a variety of operating systems. Being a Systems Administrator III performs systems maintenance tasks, such as system back-up, recovery and file maintenance. Schedules, installs, and tests system software upgrades. Additionally, Systems Administrator III configures software and resolves technical problems. Monitors and maintains software licensing and maintenance agreements. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a project leader or manager. The Systems Administrator III contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Systems Administrator III typically requires 3 to 5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2021 Salary.com)... View full job description

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PRIMERICA INC
Primerica, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides financial products to middle income households in the United States and Canada. The company operates in three segments: Term Life Insurance; Investment and Savings Products; and Corporate and Other Distributed Products. It underwrites individual term life insura... More
Fiscal Year Ended in 2019
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Systems Administrator III Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.6%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.1%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 20.3%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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