We surveyed 197 server administrators to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical server administrator. Here are the results.

How much intelligence is required as a server administrator?

Low

High

Working as a server administrator typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.

Can I learn to become a server administrator?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as a server administrator typically depends predominantly on qualities you’re born with, with a small aspect of skills you can learn.

Is it easy to get a job as a server administrator?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically difficult to find a job as a server administrator.

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Do server administrators work full-time or part-time?

82% of server administrators work in full-time roles while 18% work part-time.