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Web Administrators

Manage web environment design, deployment, development and maintenance activities. Perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.

SOC: 15-1299.01

Common Job Titles

  • Corporate Webmaster
  • Web Site Manager
  • Web Technologies Administrator
  • Webmaster

What You'll Need to Succeed

AI-generated

Key competencies for this occupation at a glance

  • KnowledgeDesign web deployment strategies and maintenance protocols integrating content management systems, databases, and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure).
  • KnowledgeFormulate web environment security strategies and backup protocols ensuring data protection and business continuity following regulatory requirements.
  • KnowledgeEvaluate web application performance and compliance with standards using quality assurance testing protocols and monitoring tools, working independently.
  • KnowledgeAssess complex technical problems affecting web systems applying critical thinking to troubleshoot and resolve issues under time pressure.
  • MindsetIntegrate stakeholder requirements with technical constraints when providing consultation and advice to clients and development teams.
  • KnowledgeDevelop technical documentation and training materials to support knowledge transfer and end-user education on web systems and processes.
  • KnowledgeAnalyze web environment architecture and system requirements to support deployment decisions, collaborating with development teams.
  • Hands-onOperate web servers and network infrastructure using Linux, UNIX, and Windows platforms to maintain high-availability environments.
  • Hands-onExecute web content updates and configuration changes using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and content management systems (WordPress, Drupal), following change control procedures.
  • Hands-onPerform web application testing and quality assurance procedures across multiple browsers and platforms, documenting results and tracking defects.
  • MindsetParticipate in collaborative problem-solving with interdisciplinary teams demonstrating active listening and clear communication during project coordination.
  • KnowledgeApply scripting languages (PHP, Python, Perl, Shell script) to automate web administration tasks and integrate web applications with databases.

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for Web Administrators (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

439,380

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $52,650. 25th percentile: U.S. $76,360. 50th percentile: U.S. $108,970. 75th percentile: U.S. $147,530. 90th percentile: U.S. $176,800. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$52,650
10% of workers earn the following or more$176,800
Workers on average earn$116,700

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Computers and Electronics4.2/5
  • English Language4.1/5
  • Communications and Media4.1/5
  • Customer and Personal Service3.5/5
  • Engineering and Technology3.2/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • AJAX
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Adobe Creative Cloud software
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Amazon Web Services AWS software
  • Apache Tomcat
  • Apple Safari
  • Cascading style sheets CSS
  • Drupal
  • Extensible markup language XML
  • Google Analytics
  • Hypertext markup language HTML
  • IBM WebSphere MQ
  • JavaScript
  • Linux
  • Microsoft .NET Framework
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Active Directory
  • Microsoft Active Server Pages ASP
  • Microsoft Azure software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft Visual Studio
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • MySQL
  • Oracle Java
  • Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
  • PHP
  • Perl
  • PostgreSQL
  • Python
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • SAS
  • Shell script
  • Structured query language SQL
  • UNIX
  • WordPress
  • jQuery

Technology Skills

  • Adobe ActionScript
  • Adobe ColdFusion
  • Adobe Director
  • Adobe Dreamweaver
  • Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)
  • Adobe FreeHand MX
  • Adobe Macromedia HomeSite
  • Adobe PageMaker
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Computer data input scanners
  • Desktop computers
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal computers
  • Web servers