Windows System Administrator Salary in Austin, TX

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How much does a Windows System Administrator make in Austin, TX? The average Windows System Administrator salary in Austin, TX is $72,325 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $64,822 and $81,405. 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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Windows System Administrator (Remote)

Irvine Technology Corporation - Santa Ana , CA

Windows System Administrator (Remote) We have an immediate need for a contract Windows System Administrator to join a public research university in Southern California. Location: Remote working ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 3 days ago

IT Systems Administrator 100% on-site (Windows, Linux, AWS) - Must be US Citizen - Thousand Oaks ...

DKKD Staffing - El Segundo , CA

IT Systems Administrator, Services - Hybrid - US Citizenship Required - Multiple U.S. location ... Maintain system integrity and security, ensure monitoring and maintenance of component inventory ...

LinkedIn - 10 days ago

System Administrator - Windows/Linux

AbleForce, Inc. - San Diego , CA

... systems engineer, windows administrator

LinkedIn - 40 days ago

Systems Administrator - Citrix, VDI and Windows

Siri InfoSolutions Inc - Santa Clara , CA

Provide Windows Systems Administration on Active Directory, Exchange, SharePoint, Microsoft Project ... Sr. IT System Engineer experience Bachelors degreee in Computer Science or equivalent experience ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 7 days ago

Junior System Administrator

DSN Software, Inc - Centralia , WA

We are looking for a skilled System Administrator with experience in Windows environments, coupled with a strong understanding of cloud platforms like AWS and Azure. The ideal candidate will also ...

LinkedIn - 3 days ago

IT System Administrator

Bowman Williams - Santa Ana , CA

Support services for Microsoft-related technologies, including Windows Server, Microsoft 365, and ... m Administrator Benefits: * Health, Dental, and Vision 100% company paid * Long & Short-term ...

LinkedIn - 1 day ago

What does a Windows System Administrator do?

Common responsibilities of a Windows System Administrator

Provide enterprise-wide technical support for the company's diverse portfolio of applications, including application configuration, server hardening & security, problem identification & resolution, and application support.

November 10, 2022

Create, manage, and monitor maintenance plans and procedures that take into consideration operating environment limitations (such as space, available resources, and operational tempo).

December 13, 2022

Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism and excellent interpersonal skills allowing the ability to interface effectively with all levels of employees and management.

January 15, 2023

Monitor and test application performance for potential bottlenecks, identify possible solutions, and work with developers to implement those fixes.

February 07, 2023

Manage and maintain currently supported and subsequent Microsoft (MS) Windows Server Operating Systems (OS) on physical and virtual operating environments, providing technical oversight and consultation services.

February 26, 2023

Active Directory, including but not limited to, GPO, DNS, LDAP, all AD Tools, AD Role Management, AD Synchronization, and all aspects of Active Directory design and maintenance.

April 12, 2023

Participate in the software delivery life cycle (SDLC) by ensuring any technical or security requirements for new projects involve the responsible IT teams.

April 13, 2023

Assist in managing IT Infrastructure operations (Physical/Virtual Servers, Networking Connectivity, VOIP Phone System, Storage Network, Help Desk Support, Daily Backup).

April 16, 2023

Installing new software and software upgrades for all layered products after presenting a plan for user testing and migration to the new product level.

May 09, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Windows System Administrator in Austin, TX

Average Base Salary

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64822

81405

72325

Average Total Cash Compensation

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65817

83783

73959

What is the average salary for Windows System Administrator in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Windows System Administrator in Austin, TX. The base salary for Windows System Administrator ranges from $64,822 to $81,405 with the average base salary of $72,325. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $65,817 to $83,783 with the average total cash compensation of $73,959.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$72,325	$64,822 - $81,405
Bonus	$1,633	$995 - $2,378
Total Pay	$73,959	$65,817 - $83,783

* 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.

Windows System Administrator Salary Near Austin, TX

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Round Rock, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,152 - $80,563	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Killeen, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,534 - $74,764	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Temple, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,151 - $74,284	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE San Antonio, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $63,145 - $79,300	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Waco, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,366 - $74,553	COMPARE TO Austin, TX
CITY, STATE Houston, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,622 - $83,666	COMPARE TO Austin, TX

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About Austin, Texas

Austin is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Travis County, with portions extending into Hays and Williamson counties. It is the 11th-most populous city in the United States and the 4th-most populous city in Texas. It is also the fastest growing large city in the United States, the second most populous state capital after Phoenix, Arizona, and the southernmost state capital in the contiguous United States. As of the U.S. Census Bureau's July 1, 2017 estimate, Austin had a population of 950,715 up from 790,491 at the 2010 census. The city is the cultural and economic center ...

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