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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$86K - $181K *

Elevate your career by leveraging your Linux expertise to support mission-critical infrastructure. Collaborate across various technologies to enhance security, reliability, and performance in a dynami...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Linux infrastructure. Leverage your expertise in Red Hat and Puppet to ensure system stability and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $90K *

Transform the landscape of research computing as you manage Linux systems, provide user support, and collaborate with academic teams to enhance IT infrastructure and drive innovative projects in a sti...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$117K - $130K *

Champion innovative server solutions by leading systems analysis, troubleshooting, and user support. Collaborate with teams to enhance server performance and security while mentoring others in a dynam...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with us to deliver advanced Unix systems administration support, ensuring optimal performance and security for critical National Military Command Center systems. Join our dynamic team to i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $126K *

Join a team that's advancing enterprise IT solutions. As a Linux Administrator, you'll enhance system performance, automate tasks, and support critical infrastructure, driving impactful results for ou...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by providing expert Linux system administration support, enhancing performance and security for critical systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement solutions and ensure d...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $218K *

Transform mission-critical infrastructures by ensuring reliability, security, and scalability across cloud and bare-metal systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance national security initiatives lever...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to optimize Linux systems, drive innovation, and enhance infrastructure solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless operations and support new applications, while automating...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Bring your expertise to a key role supporting secure web services and cloud migration, working collaboratively to ensure exceptional network operations and system administration in a high-security env...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $134K *

Champion the management and optimization of HPC and beamline systems, ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborate with researchers to support advanced computational workloads and enhance operati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career as a Senior Linux Administrator, providing operational support for high-performance computing (HPC) clusters. Engage with customers and enhance technical infrastructure in a dyna...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore innovative container-centric platforms as a Linux Administrator, focusing on automation, CI/CD pipelines, and security. Collaborate with teams to enhance software delivery and mentor junior en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Discover an exciting opportunity to support NASA's human spaceflight programs as an HPC Linux System Administrator. Collaborate with a skilled team to manage high-performance computing systems, ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to build and maintain data pipelines for cybersecurity, ensuring secure service availability. Leverage your expertise in Linux, Windows, and networking while collaborating closely...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by supporting Navy tactical communications systems through software and hardware infrastructure management. Join a dynamic team focused on developing and maintaining Linux server a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive the operation and maintenance of Linux systems, ensuring optimal performance across virtual machines, storage, and network infrastructure in secure environments while adhering to strict security...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower progress at a major national laboratory by managing Linux systems, ensuring optimal performance, and supporting mission-critical computing objectives through advanced scripting and system admi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $185K *

Transform enterprise Linux environments by deploying, managing, and securing RHEL systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance infrastructure reliability and compliance while driving automation and pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Innovate with us to design, configure, and maintain Linux and Windows systems for cutting-edge research projects, ensuring secure and efficient IT support while collaborating closely with researchers...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Optimize your career with a dynamic role focused on Linux server management, AWS infrastructure, and database administration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system efficiency and s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $126K *

Join a team that's transforming IT systems administration for advanced AI research. Support end-users and manage high-performance computing environments while streamlining operations for both classifi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enterprise patch management and vulnerability remediation, ensuring security and compliance across all managed systems. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance operational integrity an...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Deliver reliable and secure Linux infrastructure, optimizing enterprise environments through automation and collaboration. Tackle complex challenges, enhance operational processes, and foster team kno...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Optimize enterprise Linux environments by delivering secure, resilient infrastructure. Collaborate globally to troubleshoot complex challenges, enhance operational processes, and drive automation for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.