Systems Security Administrator

Systems Security Administrator Job Description

Systems security administrators maintain and support existing business system applications. They must demonstrate technical knowledge of data systems security procedures and familiarity with systems hardware and software. Candidates should have good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team setting. It is important that candidates keep abreast of industry security trends and developments, as well as applicable government regulations. A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, plus several years of computer systems and security-related experience are typical requirements for the job, although relevant work experience can sometimes be substituted for a four-year degree.

Typical systems security administrator duties:

Monitoring systems security and responding to security incidents

Participating in security systems testing; documenting failures and corrective action taken

Reporting anomalies with systems and monitoring database uptime

Ensuring integrity and confidentiality of sensitive data

Preventing and detecting intrusion

Looking for a systems security administrator or a systems security administrator job?

Submit your resume or request talent now and our expert recruiters will be with you shortly.

Robert Half can assist you with your systems security administrator recruitment needs.

Salary for Systems Security Administrator

110500 - 158000

25th percentile

110500

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

50th percentile

133250

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

158000

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

Projected salaries for related positions

Position title

25th percentile

50th percentile

75th percentile

Systems Security Manager

140500

171500

203000