System Administrator Jobs in Raleigh

2 positions available in Raleigh. Research, education, healthcare, and growing manufacturing in the Triangle

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Lead Systems Administrator

USNcsecu • Operations - Raleigh - Creedmoor Rd

~ $88,709 - $144,501

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What Does a System Administrator Do?

System administrators manage and maintain an organization's IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, databases, and security systems. They ensure systems are available, secure, and optimized for performance and user needs.

System Administrator Salary in Raleigh

The median salary for a System Administrator in Raleigh is $88,709 per year. The range is $68K - $113K (P10: $54,243, P90: $144,501). (BLS OEWS 2025) Typical US salary range: $65K - $115K. In Europe: €50K - €80K. Cost of living in Raleigh is moderate compared to other cities.

Most In-Demand Skills

Linux/Windows Server Networking Database Administration Security Management Automation & Scripting Monitoring Tools

The Raleigh Job Market

Research, education, healthcare, and growing manufacturing in the Triangle. The Research Triangle's universities, healthcare, and growing manufacturing make a stable market.

Top industries: Research & Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Government.

GoTriangle provides transit; research institutions and tech culture embrace flexible and remote arrangements.

Career Path & 2026 Trends

System administrators advance to senior administrator, infrastructure engineer, or cloud architect roles; many specialize in security or specific platforms. System administration in 2026 is shifting toward cloud and hybrid environments, with strong demand for skills in infrastructure as code and containerization.

Interview Tip

Discuss a major infrastructure project you managed—cover planning, implementation, risk mitigation, and how you measured success beyond uptime metrics.

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