System Administrator Jobs in Trenton, NJ

A System Administrator, commonly referred to as a SysAdmin, is an essential figure in the technology industry, primarily responsible for setting up and maintaining an organization's computer systems. They ensure that the systems are running smoothly and effectively, which includes the necessary software updates, system installations, implementing and maintaining system security measures, troubleshooting problems, and providing technical support. Additionally, System Administrators may also be responsible for managing the network infrastructure, which includes routers, switches, firewalls, and other equipment.

To become a competent System Administrator, several skills are necessary. These include proficiency in operating systems, scripting, networking, security, and troubleshooting. Familiarity with database management, cloud computing, and virtualization are also advantageous. A System Administrator should have a good understanding of many, if not all, aspects of an IT system. Some of the most recognized certifications for System Administrators include Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), CompTIA A+, and Network+. Prior to becoming a System Administrator, an individual might have roles such as Help Desk Technician, Network Support Specialist, or IT Analyst. These roles provide the foundational knowledge and experience needed for a successful career as a System Administrator.

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Business Systems Analyst Manager, Liquidity

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Business Systems Analyst Manager, Cognizant Consulting Banking & Financial Services Cherry Hill, NJ ABOUT US Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming...

Platform Engineer I (US)

  • Mount Laurel, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

solutions Education & Experience: Bachelor's or Graduate degree Strong academic background (e.g., computer science, engineering) 5-7 years relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: Experience in DevOps...

Senior Full Stack DevOps Integration Engineer

  • Moorestown, NJ (19 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Moorestown, NJ (19 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Openshift, Rancher, GKE) Experience with Package Management (e.g. Helm, Kustomize) Experience with Programming and Scripting (e.g....

Systems Engineer

  • Mount Laurel, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

What We're Doing As a part of the Lockheed Martin community, we take on challenges and find solutions using creativity and collaboration. If youre looking to be a part of a passionate team solving...

DevOps Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

Support and secure containerized applications using Kubernetes (preferably OpenShift 4 or EKS) and Helm....

Remote Work

Senior Cloud Architect- GCP

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

Kubernetes.Demonstrated experience in migrating large-scale infrastructure from on-premises environments to the cloud.Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (e.g., VPC, subnets, firewalls, load...

Citrix Administrator

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

Job Order Number: DE9963064 Job Title: Citrix Administrator Company: Cognizant Location: Trenton, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided Hours:...

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DevOps Engineer

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

seeking a highly experienced and driven **Senior DevOps Engineer** with 5-10 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, and automation....

Remote Work

Technical Business System Analyst @ Pennsylvania

  • Morrisville, PA (3 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Morrisville, PA (3 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Technical Business System Analyst @ Pennsylvania Note: 100% Onsite W2 or 1099 only (Hermitage and contract with Client) Banking/Financial domain exp must Locals preferred Position Title: Technical...

Business Systems Analyst

  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Business Systems Analyst Posting Number 25TM0350 Department UHR Info Systems & Technology Overview Rutgers, The State University of...

Adobe Workfront & Systems Administrator - Remote

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Skills and Experience Required: Required Qualifications Minimum of 3 years hands-on experience as a Workfront System Administrator....

Remote Work

Senior Business Analyst - IT Business Analyst

  • Dresher, PA (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dresher, PA (22 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

At Ascensus, technology is more than just a solution. It powers the business that helps millions of people save for what mattersretirement, education, and healthcare. Our technology experts tackle...

DevOps Engineer

  • Pennington, NJ (8 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pennington, NJ (8 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

infrastructure teams at Bank of America (Middleware, DBAs, SAs, Network, Load Balancing, Storage, Access Management, etc.) to ensure the successful builds....

Senior Cloud Engineer

  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Cloud Engineer Summary The incumbent will be responsible for the management and migration of traditional infrastructure to a cloud based automated infrastructure. The cloud engineer will...

Comcast Cybersecurity: DevOps Engineer

  • Mount Laurel, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

As the DevOps Engineer of CCS, the ultimate goal is to provide products that are scalable, reliable, automated, and secure for all Comcast product stakeholders in the organization....

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Salary for System Administrator Jobs in Trenton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

System Administrators in Trenton, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.4%
Master's Degree
30.4%
Associate's Degree
9.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.4%
High School or GED
3.9%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by System Administrators in Trenton, NJ
6-8 years
35.3%
4-6 years
25.7%
2-4 years
17.2%
8-10 years
12.7%
1-2 years
9.1%



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