Systems Administrator I
Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi with 6 recent postings.
A Systems Administrator I in the GCC region requires SQL, cloud, azure, ERP, audit. Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 11,000 AED | 18,500 AED | 29,000 AED | 40,000 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 10,500 SAR | 18,000 SAR | 27,500 SAR | 38,500 SAR |
| Qatar | 11,500 QAR | 19,500 QAR | 30,500 QAR | 42,000 QAR |
| Kuwait | 900 KWD | 1,550 KWD | 2,350 KWD | 3,300 KWD |
| Oman | 1,000 OMR | 1,700 OMR | 2,650 OMR | 3,650 OMR |
| Bahrain | 950 BHD | 1,600 BHD | 2,500 BHD | 3,450 BHD |
How Systems Administrator I pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
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Create, modify, and deactivate user accounts as necessary.
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Knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting Microsoft servers on NIPR, SIPR, and SIPR
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Management of Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM), Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM).
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Utilize vSphere clients to conduct snapshots and monitor system availability.
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Perform regular maintenance, installing IAVA approved patches to enforce server security and maintain system availability.
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Maintains system hardening by following DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
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Utilize AESMP ticketing system to document troubleshooting steps prior to completing and or escalating to the next level of support.
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Performs other duties and assignments as required
What is the average Systems Administrator I salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Systems Administrator I in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.
Which GCC country pays Systems Administrator I salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Systems Administrator I salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.
Are these figures gross or net?
All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.
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