Microsoft Systems Administrator Salary in the United States

How much does a Systems Administrator make at companies like Microsoft in the United States? The average salary for Systems Administrator at companies like Microsoft in the United States is $76,667 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $68,634 and $86,238. 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.  View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

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What does a Systems Administrator do at companies like Microsoft?

A system administrator, or sysadmin, is a person who is responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems; especially multi-user computers, such as servers. The system administrator seeks to ensure that the uptime, performance, resources, and security of the computers they manage meet the needs of the users, without exceeding a set budget when doing so. To meet these needs, a system administrator may acquire, install, or upgrade computer components and software; provide routine automation; maintain security policies; troubleshoot; train or supervise staff; ...

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$68,634 Low Average $76,667 High $86,238

Understand the total compensation opportunity for Systems Administrator at companies like Microsoft, base salary plus other pay elements

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
$68,634
$86,238
$76,667

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
$69,637
$88,713
$78,356
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for Systems Administrator in companies like Microsoft in the United States. The base salary for Systems Administrator in companies like Microsoft range from $68,634 to $86,238 with the average base salary of $76,667. The total cash compensation, which includes bonus, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $69,637 to $88,713 with the average total cash compensation of $78,356.
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STRATACACHE - Dayton , OH
We are currently searching for a System Administrator to support our internal IT group. This role ... Install, upgrade, and maintain applications, servers, and associated systems. * Scripting and ...
ZipRecruiter - 8 days ago
Opportunity - Systems Administrator Location: Pataskala, Ohio Salary: $70,000-85,000. (based on experience) 1 st shift, Monday to Friday. Tired of the same old job posting and boring jobs? Apply now ...
ZipRecruiter - 37 days ago
Global Channel Management, Inc - Mason , OH
System Administrator needs 1-3 years experience System Administrator requires: Hybrid onsite 2-3x a ... Generate documentation on systems and assist in efforts to remediate audit findings. * Managing and ...
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