Systems Administrator in Manchester, NH

Systems Administrator Job Description

Systems administrators should possess strong problem-solving, analytical and communication skills, in addition to in-depth technical knowledge of the employer’s systems hardware and software. Employer requirements vary depending on system complexity, the types of operating and network systems being supported, and the size of the organization. Though some employers require a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, others may accept an associate’s degree or technical training certificate. Three to five years of experience working with the specific types of hardware and software systems used by the company are generally required. Professional certifications such as the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or Sun Certified System Administrator (SCSA) may be commonly sought by employers.

Typical systems administrator duties:

Installing operating system software, patches and upgrades

Analyzing, troubleshooting and resolving system hardware, software and networking issues

Configuring, optimizing, fine-tuning and monitoring operating system software and servers

Performing system backups and recovery

Conducting server builds

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Salary for Systems Administrator in Manchester, NH

85050 - 124740

25th percentile

85050

The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.

50th percentile

103950

The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.

75th percentile

124740

The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.

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