How much does a Principal Systems Administrator make in Cleveland, AL? The average Principal Systems Administrator salary in Cleveland, AL is $142,347 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $131,777 and $153,816. 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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What is a Principal Systems Administrator?

The Principal Systems Administrator is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of an organization's computer systems and networks. They lead a team of systems administrators and provide technical expertise and guidance to ensure the stability, security, and efficiency of the organization's IT infrastructure. This role involves managing hardware and software installations, troubleshooting system issues, and implementing best practices for system performance and security. The Principal Systems Administrator also collaborates with other IT teams and departmental stakeholders to develop and implement strategic IT initiatives and ensure that the organization's technology infrastructure meets the needs of the business. Additionally, they are responsible for staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve the organization's systems and processes.

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Synergy Direct LLC - Carlsbad , CA
Engineers will have a primary role supporting the virtual server enterprise, with a principal focus ... Systems Administrator preferred · Microsoft Server Certification - Microsoft Certified Systems ...
ZipRecruiter - 33 days ago
Range Generation Next LLC - Lompoc , CA
Perform systems and database administration for virtual and physical servers in a 24x7 highly ... Eight (8) years work experience as a Database Developer/Administrator and Windows Server ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 13 days ago
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) - San Diego , CA
The Contracts Administrator is responsible for contract administration of MTS procurement of goods, equipment and service agreements, and assists the Manager of Procurement and Principal Contract ...
LinkedIn - 56 days ago
... principals, accuracy and completion. • Oversee the creation, edit and/or retirement of training ... systems experience in a regulated industry required, preferably in Life Sciences. • Learning ...
LinkedIn - 71 days ago
Simplicity Group Holdings - Irvine , CA
Office Administrator Reports to: Principal Partner Department: Administration Location: 19000 ... transmission system o Download files from Agency Management System and save accordingly New ...
ZipRecruiter - 6 days ago
Partnership for Los Angeles Schools - Los Angeles , CA
By enacting those things, a powerful school has high functioning systems, strong student academic ... Partnership schools are LA Unified schools, and administrators earn the same competitive pay ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 6 days ago
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What is the average salary for Principal Systems Administrator in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal Systems Administrator in Cleveland, AL. The base salary for Principal Systems Administrator ranges from $131,777 to $153,816 with the average base salary of $142,347. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $138,287 to $166,675 with the average total cash compensation of $151,837.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $142,347 $131,777 - $153,816
Bonus $9,490 $6,511 - $12,860
Total Pay $151,837 $138,287 - $166,675
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Cleveland, AL
CITY, STATE Birmingham, AL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $134,310 - $156,773 COMPARE TO Cleveland, AL
CITY, STATE Gadsden, AL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $134,061 - $156,482 COMPARE TO Cleveland, AL
CITY, STATE Decatur, AL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $131,609 - $153,620 COMPARE TO Cleveland, AL
CITY, STATE Huntsville, AL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $136,089 - $158,849 COMPARE TO Cleveland, AL
CITY, STATE Madison, AL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $136,089 - $158,849 COMPARE TO Cleveland, AL
CITY, STATE Tanner, AL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $132,157 - $154,259 COMPARE TO Cleveland, AL
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Principal Systems Engineer LOCATION Cleveland, AL MINIMUM SALARY $143,102 MAXIMUM SALARY $163,786
JOB TITLE Principal Systems Analyst LOCATION Cleveland, AL MINIMUM SALARY $146,048 MAXIMUM SALARY $171,559
JOB TITLE Principal Systems Architect LOCATION Cleveland, AL MINIMUM SALARY $156,528 MAXIMUM SALARY $184,000
JOB TITLE Principal Database Administrator LOCATION Cleveland, AL MINIMUM SALARY $120,428 MAXIMUM SALARY $140,668
JOB TITLE Principal Business Systems Analyst LOCATION Cleveland, AL MINIMUM SALARY $138,298 MAXIMUM SALARY $164,282
JOB TITLE Senior Principal Systems Engineer LOCATION Cleveland, AL MINIMUM SALARY $153,657 MAXIMUM SALARY $175,775
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About Cleveland, Alabama    Cleveland is a town in Blount County, Alabama, United States. At the 2010 census the population was 1,303. Cleveland is located in central Blount Coun....More

Cleveland, Alabama  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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