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Senior Systems Administrator

Average Experienced Senior Systems Administrator with Microsoft Active Directory Skills Salary in South Africa

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R505,613
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 350k
MEDIAN
ZAR 506k
90%
ZAR 641k

The average salary for a Senior Systems Administrator is R505,613 in 2025

Base Salary
R350k - R641k
Bonus
R10k - R85k
Profit Sharing
R0 - R38k
Total Pay
R238k - R796k
Based on 11 salary profiles (last updated Jan 21 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Systems Administrator

Medical
30%
None
70%

Gender Breakdown for Senior Systems Administrators

Male
88.9%
Female
11.1%
This data is based on 9 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Senior Systems Administrators

What is the highest pay for Senior Systems Administrators in Johannesburg?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Systems Administrator in Johannesburg is ZAR 641k / year

What is the lowest pay for Senior Systems Administrators in Johannesburg?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Systems Administrator in Johannesburg is ZAR 350k / year

How can Senior Systems Administrators increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Systems Administrator is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Systems Administrator that oversees more junior Senior Systems Administrators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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