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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$75K - $95K *

Shape a dynamic cloud infrastructure by leading governance, security, and compliance initiatives across a Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Collaborate with teams to ensure system reliability and drive improve...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Help us ensure network performance and availability by coordinating IT support activities. Monitor, analyze, and maintain critical systems while collaborating with diverse teams to drive operational e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $270K *

Engage in complex systems engineering with a senior team focused on advanced telecommunications. Utilize expertise in signals analysis, RF engineering, and data processing to enhance program performan...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join us in evolving cloud-native configuration management on Kubernetes. Leverage your expertise in building scalable applications to enhance critical 5G Edge solutions and contribute to innovative op...

Kanata, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Optimize mission-critical virtual infrastructure by administering and maintaining VMware systems, enhancing security, performance, and efficiency to support vital operations across multiple sites with...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $93K *

Join our team to maintain optimal network and system performance, ensuring seamless IT operations and security. Your expertise will support endpoint management, system updates, and troubleshooting wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $164K *

Empower the future of IT systems as a System Administrator. Oversee implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of diverse technologies while ensuring optimized performance and support across all...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Administrator, providing critical IT support to Navy ship programs. Collaborate with government teams to ensure secure and efficient IT systems in diverse environmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in maintaining secure enterprise application hosting environments, enhancing performance, and advising on infrastructure risks while ensuring compliance and operational resiliency acro...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in securing IT infrastructure by applying your extensive security engineering expertise to develop, implement, and manage secure networking and computing environments that meet strict...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to national security by designing and implementing secure systems. Engage in risk management and collaboration with teams to enhance security protocols while optimizing knowledge management...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $132K *

Unlock potential by providing engineering solutions and technical support, managing hardware and software infrastructures while ensuring system security and compliance for diverse defense clients in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$57K - $104K *

Join a team that's ensuring high-performance computing software stability and availability. You’ll provide crucial support, manage Linux software, and enhance research efforts in a dynamic environment...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $104K *

Shape the future of our IT and OT operations by overseeing hybrid infrastructure design and management, ensuring system reliability, security, and performance for enterprise efficiency and modernizati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Join a dynamic IT team to manage and optimize virtualized environments, SQL databases, and server infrastructure while ensuring network security and system performance across the organization...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $157K *

Join a dynamic team to maintain and enhance custom software integration, support a vast web hosting environment, and drive automation solutions to optimize workflows, impacting research and education...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $135K *

Elevate organizational security by managing end-user computing, networks, and security protocols. Drive strategic projects, ensure robust infrastructure, and lead innovative technology initiatives to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Develop governance standards and oversee the cloud infrastructure and Microsoft 365 systems. Lead compliance, manage change, ensure security, and act as a technical liaison for incident resolution acr...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $158K *

Join a team that's shaping our IT infrastructure. Your expertise in systems administration will enhance mission-critical applications, ensuring security and efficiency within a collaborative and dynam...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Transform IT infrastructure by managing complex systems and security. Utilize advanced troubleshooting and analysis techniques to resolve issues efficiently while collaborating with cross-functional t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to managing daily IT operations while enhancing agency security through proactive patch management and vulnerability remediation to uphold compliance with standards and improve system relia...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champion the management of systems operations with a focus on continuous monitoring and vulnerability management, ensuring compliance and enhancing security posture across diverse operating environmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing systems administration by managing daily operations and driving the Continuous Monitoring and Vulnerability Management lifecycle, ensuring compliance and security across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Oversee daily systems operations and lead security patch management initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal standards while providing tier III support for mission-critical environments...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Transform finance technology infrastructure by leading NetSuite ERP strategies and implementations. Collaborate cross-departmentally to enhance systems support and scalability, ensuring streamlined op...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.