Explore Linux System Administrator Jobs

Find Linux System Administrator opportunities that match your technical expertise and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including positions focused on Linux infrastructure, enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and security.

What Does a Linux System Administrator Do?

Linux System Administrators install, configure, maintain, and secure Linux-based systems. They monitor availability and performance, troubleshoot complex issues, manage user access, automate routine operations, and support reliable services across on-premises and cloud environments. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve server architecture, backup and recovery, compliance, and incident response.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for hands-on experience with Linux distributions such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, or Debian; scripting with Bash or Python; networking fundamentals; and tools for configuration management, monitoring, and automation. Knowledge of virtualization, containers, cloud platforms, identity management, and security practices can strengthen a candidate’s profile. Senior roles may require experience designing infrastructure, leading technical projects, or supporting high-availability environments.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Linux administration can lead to roles such as Senior Linux Administrator, Systems Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, or Infrastructure Architect. Opportunities span technology, finance, healthcare, government, telecommunications, and other industries that depend on secure and dependable computing systems.

Find Your Next Linux Administration Role

Browse Ladders to discover vetted Linux System Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions where your experience in Linux operations, automation, cloud infrastructure, or security can make an impact.

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$128K - $214K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing system integrity and security. Leverage your expertise in Linux administration and automation to support multi-platform environments and drive innovative solu...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Innovate your career by managing enterprise Red Hat Linux systems, ensuring security compliance, and automating processes to support U.S. Army operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastruct...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Innovate your career by managing enterprise Red Hat Linux systems, ensuring security compliance, and automating processes to support U.S. Army operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance system perf...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$168K - $195K *

Drive the charge in managing and optimizing secure Linux systems and Kubernetes environments. Leverage your extensive DevOps expertise to enhance performance, security, and automation in mission-criti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by overseeing container integration and automation, supporting Agile development teams, and ensuring system security and compliance. Drive operational excellence through effective mai...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $141K *

Engineer robust Linux systems, manage virtual environments, and enhance security compliance. Collaborate with teams to integrate technologies and deliver technical presentations, ensuring optimal perf...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $214K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing enterprise infrastructure for national defense missions. As a Linux System Administrator, you'll manage systems, optimize operations, and support IT infrastru...

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing and securing RHEL systems in a classified DoD lab. Collaborate with Government personnel to ensure system integrity, implement security measures, and support vital test en...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $206K *

Champion the administration of global Linux systems, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with teams to enhance network efficiency and implement robust security measures while provid...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $206K *

Unlock your potential as a Linux Systems Administrator, managing global IT operations, optimizing performance, and enhancing security in a collaborative environment. Drive innovation and ensure system...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our team as a Linux Systems Administrator, where you'll enhance system performance, automate tasks, and support users in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise in Red Hat and Ansible to d...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $230K *

Lead the design and development of Linux-based solutions for global systems, enhancing Air Force Intelligence Operations. Collaborate on automation, virtualization, and cloud technologies to meet real...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $215K *

Advance your career by providing senior-level Linux System Administration support while enhancing program operations through your expertise in Linux systems, scripting, and automation tools. Join a dy...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of enterprise Linux environments by enhancing automation, managing infrastructure, and developing CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, reliable...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $214K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing enterprise-level virtualized environments. Collaborate on full-lifecycle systems administration and optimize scalable storage solutions while presenting tech...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $100K *

Contribute to the maintenance and scaling of enterprise Linux systems, ensuring high availability and performance. Collaborate with IT teams to manage infrastructure, optimize operations, and support...

London, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the engineering and sustainment of enterprise Linux platforms, ensuring security and reliability for research operations. Collaborate with teams to automate tasks, manage vulnerabilities, and...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Optimize Linux systems management by performing maintenance, security, and user support. Join a team dedicated to delivering reliable operations and overseeing the data flow in a secure environment to...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $143K *

Contribute to the optimization and management of Linux environments, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate with engineers to implement automation and advanced troubleshooting, while sup...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join us to optimize and manage Linux environments, bridging traditional infrastructure with modern containerization. Collaborate with engineers to enhance system performance and mentor junior staff wh...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Champion critical UNIX systems support and enhance mission capabilities for a vital government program. Collaborate to ensure high availability, security, and performance across complex environments w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Join us to manage and maintain Linux and Windows systems for classified data, ensuring operational availability and troubleshooting technical issues in a dynamic federal program environment...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in designing and maintaining enterprise Linux systems, optimizing Nutanix infrastructure, and automating processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $145K *

Elevate our mission by leveraging your expertise in Linux systems to support and optimize enterprise solutions, ensuring high performance and reliability in sophisticated environments through automati...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $166K *

Optimize Linux systems administration for high-performance computing, ensuring reliable access for scientists. Lead a team, enhance system performance, and maintain compliance in a critical environmen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Linux System Administrator do?question toggle

    A Linux System Administrator manages Linux servers and systems, including installation, configuration, updates, monitoring, troubleshooting, access controls, security, and backup processes.

  • What skills are important for Linux System Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include Linux administration, Bash or Python scripting, networking, troubleshooting, system monitoring, automation, and security. Cloud, virtualization, and container experience may also be valuable.

  • What qualifications do employers typically expect?question toggle

    Requirements vary by role, but employers often seek relevant systems administration experience and practical Linux expertise. Certifications in Linux, cloud, or security may help demonstrate skills, though they are not required for every position.

  • What career paths can follow Linux system administration?question toggle

    Linux administrators may advance into senior administration, systems engineering, DevOps, site reliability engineering, cloud infrastructure, security, or infrastructure architecture.

  • Does Ladders list Linux System Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compensation and qualifications vary by position, so review each listing for details.