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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$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic tech team to support and enhance critical loan accounting systems while leading operations and code deployments in a fast-paced environment, ensuring system efficiency and high availabi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Deliver high-impact technical solutions by managing production support for loan accounting systems, optimizing processes, and fostering collaboration between teams to ensure system reliability and eff...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team of system administrators to ensure optimal performance and availability of enterprise systems. Drive VMware virtualization and backup strategies while maintaining compliance with s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Manage day-to-day infrastructure stability, troubleshoot network issues, and administer services with a focus on Cisco technologies and VMware. Collaborate with engineers to improve operational effici...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Champion embedded cybersecurity by overseeing system security design, implementation, and risk mitigation for defense weapon systems to enhance product integrity and innovation in cybersecurity measur...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Empower your career by leveraging advanced Linux, cloud, and automation tools in a role that supports critical security operations, ensuring optimal infrastructure management and compliance while usin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Optimize critical systems administration supporting a vital DOD mission. Deliver 24/7 operational excellence through effective IT management, ensuring system security and compliance with robust cybers...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Optimize IT infrastructure as a Server Administrator, ensuring system reliability, security, and performance while managing cloud and virtual environments for optimal operations and minimal business d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the systems engineering lifecycle, ensuring compliance and technical rigor across complex architectures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop critical requirements and deliver inno...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $100K *

Elevate your career by optimizing our IT infrastructure and ensuring robust system performance. Contribute to cybersecurity initiatives and support strategic projects while maintaining crucial daily o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing and maintaining a large-scale Windows Server environment, engaging in OS management, automation, and high-availability solutions to support mission-critical...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Empower collaboration and innovation by supporting systems integration tasks, engaging with counterparts, and ensuring seamless dataflows within complex projects. Drive operational excellence in a dyn...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Unlock your potential while overseeing network project activations, configurations, and testing in support of critical Defense Information Systems. Collaborate with customers and use expertise to ensu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by supporting system integration and design tasks with collaborative teams, validating systems, and ensuring seamless data flows across SIGINT systems and components...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $220K *

Engineer and optimize storage solutions in a dynamic team, focusing on provisioning, backup, and cloud services, while ensuring compliance with security protocols and delivering operational excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Champion the development and maintenance of advanced network infrastructure, ensuring robust security and optimal performance across corporate and remote locations while leading a team of network engi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Empower U.S. Navy operations by developing resilient infrastructure solutions. Collaborate within agile teams to tackle complex engineering challenges, ensuring the delivery of secure and stable ship...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Drive the operational excellence of IT systems through support, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Manage network infrastructure while ensuring seamless user assistance and problem resolution in a dyna...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing automated infrastructure platforms, emphasizing reliability and efficiency across cloud and on-premises environments. Collaborate with teams to support sc...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of our infrastructure platforms by designing and operating scalable, reliable systems utilizing Linux, Kubernetes, and infrastructure-as-code methodologies across hybrid cloud envi...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Build and operate innovative infrastructure platforms leveraging Linux, Kubernetes, and automation. Drive excellence in scalability, reliability, and security for enterprise applications across hybrid...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower organizational growth by designing and operating foundational infrastructure platforms. Focus on automation, reliability, and security to meet the demands of enterprise applications and hybrid...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovation in infrastructure engineering, crafting reliable and scalable platforms for enterprise applications while utilizing cutting-edge technologies like Kubernetes, Terraform, and observabi...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Innovate infrastructure solutions by designing and operating foundational systems that advance enterprise applications using cloud environments and automation techniques, ensuring reliability and scal...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Develop and maintain scalable, automated infrastructure platforms supporting enterprise applications in hybrid cloud and data center environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure rel...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.