Explore High Paying Linux System Administrator Jobs

As a Linux System Administrator, you can take your career to new heights with Ladders. We host a carefully curated collection of high paying Linux System Administrator jobs from top employers. The opportunities listed here can help you not only earn a competitive salary, but also advance in a growing field.

Key Skills for Linux System Administrators

As a Linux System Administrator, you would be expected to have expertise in shell scripting, problem-solving, and have a strong understanding of Linux servers. Experience with networking, Unix/Linux architecture, and automation tools can also strengthen your candidacy.

Opportunities for Growth

The ever-evolving IT landscape presents ample opportunities for Linux System Administrators to grow both in terms of position and compensation. Stay at the forefront with the latest job postings in this category on Ladders.

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$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing Linux systems, ensuring smooth operations, and providing technical support. Take ownership of user interactions, performance tuning, and system maintenance while mentor...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Advance our technological capabilities as a Linux Systems Administrator, ensuring optimal operation of multi-user systems. Collaborate with network teams and manage performance while providing crucial...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Elevate our R&D capabilities by managing Linux systems for secure projects. Ensure efficient operations, support users, and maintain robust infrastructure in a collaborative environment, while thrivin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $132K *

Unlock potential by ensuring secure, resilient, and high-performance operations in a dynamic environment. Provide essential Linux administration and network engineering expertise to enhance mission ca...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $130K *

Optimize progress at managing Linux-based servers in classified and unclassified environments. Collaborate to implement solutions, automate processes, and enhance system performance with a focus on cy...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $160K *

Unlock potential by managing IT systems, enhancing infrastructure, and ensuring operational efficiency. Collaborate with teams to provide vital technical support and maintain secure environments in a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Advance enterprise IT systems reliability by implementing, troubleshooting, and maintaining infrastructure. Support daily operations while optimizing performance in a collaborative, mission-critical e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our large-scale Linux systems, ensuring seamless operations, security, and enhancements while troubleshooting issues with a focus on performance and reliability...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Unlock the potential of large-scale Linux systems by managing installations, enhancing security, and streamlining operations. Collaborate within a skilled team to ensure optimal performance and reliab...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $129K *

Manage global enterprise-scale transport services, ensuring high availability and reliability through expertise in Linux systems and hands-on troubleshooting. Join a dedicated team contributing to vit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $129K *

Elevate your career by supporting worldwide enterprise-scale bulk data transport services critical to national security. Engage in hands-on Linux administration and operational support while driving h...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Join our IT team to optimize and maintain enterprise Linux systems, ensuring security and performance through expert management of storage, backup, and vulnerability processes while collaborating on c...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Unlock new opportunities by managing Linux systems and automating tasks, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for mission-critical environments while collaborating with teams to enhance operat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of our DevSecOps initiatives by deploying and integrating applications, managing virtualized environments, and ensuring system integrity with continuous monitoring and updates to meet...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Innovate by deploying and maintaining critical Linux services in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with cybersecurity and development teams to ensure compliance with DoD policies while enhancing c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $170K *

Advance your career by managing Linux systems in a mission-critical environment. Leverage your expertise in system administration, security compliance, and virtualization to support high-visibility pr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $170K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing Linux systems for mission-critical environments, leveraging your extensive expertise in administration, virtualization, automation, and compliance to ensure...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Drive excellence in system administration, providing support for Linux servers and workstations in a high-security RDT&E environment while implementing best practices to enhance performance and securi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Provide expert Linux system administration support to enhance global consular operations. Collaborate with team members to ensure optimal network performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and implemen...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Manage enterprise Linux environments, ensuring optimal performance and automation while collaborating with engineers to enhance system reliability and operational efficiency...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $117K *

Champion the engineering and support of mission-critical systems in a collaborative, innovative environment. Drive technical excellence while addressing security and operational challenges as part of...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $91K *

Unlock potential by providing expert Linux support to researchers and user groups, solving complex IT challenges with diverse technologies. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to ensure efficient sys...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $140K *

Lead the charge in deploying and managing virtual and physical server systems, ensuring optimal performance and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues and d...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K *

Optimize system performance and security by administering Linux environments, managing patching, and ensuring compliance within classified and unclassified domains, all while supporting DoD cybersecur...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Contribute to national security operations by maintaining high-availability Linux systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex issues, manage customer needs, and ensure com...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are the job duties of a Linux System Administrator?question toggle

    A Linux System Administrator is typically responsible for maintaining system efficiency, ensuring that the system infrastructure runs smoothly and reliably, and securing the company’s information systems.

  • What skills do employers look for in a Linux System Administrator candidate?question toggle

    Top employers usually look for skills such as proficiency in Linux OS, experience with Linux server, shell scripting abilities, problem-solving skills, and familiarity with network protocols and database management.

  • What kind of Linux System Administrator jobs are available on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders hosts a wide variety of Linux System Administrator jobs, ranging from junior level to senior level positions, across various industries. All jobs listed on Ladders pay $100k or more.