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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$135K - $216K *

Lead the charge in ensuring optimal performance of Linux environments while enhancing security measures and automating processes. Collaborate with teams to support mission-critical systems within clas...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower secure enterprise environments by providing expert Windows systems administration, supporting Tier 2 and 3 troubleshooting, and managing system lifecycles in a classified setting...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $240K *

Solve complex IT challenges by providing robust support for systems infrastructure, enhancing performance and reliability across Linux and Windows platforms while managing critical security configurat...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $225K *

Unlock potential by overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex network infrastructures, ensuring robust security and performance while collaborating with various stakeholders to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $225K *

Empower your potential while leading network management efforts, designing architectures, and resolving complex infrastructure issues. Collaborate with teams to enhance development capabilities and dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing and supporting robust technology environments for creative and technical teams. Collaborate with clients to enhance production systems and ensure seamless operations acro...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing network infrastructure for a critical Space Development Agency project. As a Senior Systems Administrator, you'll manage and optimize systems, ensuring robust...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on IT system administration, ensuring robust cybersecurity and seamless support in a mission-critical environment. Drive operational excellence...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $155K *

Join our team as a Network Administrator II, where you'll support and maintain network infrastructures, ensuring reliability and security across domestic and international environments. Collaborate wi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $100K *

Drive enterprise-level Linux infrastructure management and automation initiatives, ensuring reliability and security across mission-critical environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$83K - $125K *

Drive the operational health of mission-critical Appian environments, ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage configurations, deployments, and incident...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Deliver critical support by managing enterprise infrastructure, troubleshooting outages, and ensuring operational readiness. Collaborate with teams to maintain security protocols and provide incident...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $93K *

Lead the charge in securing and managing IT network and infrastructure systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure high availability, implement security measures, and support incident response while mai...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$65K - $118K *

Transform mission-critical systems by leveraging your Linux expertise and systems engineering skills. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational availability, troubleshoot issues, and implement aut...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing critical IT support in a classified environment. You'll manage enterprise systems, troubleshoot complex issues, and collaborate with military and cybersecurit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to enhance the reliability of critical applications through innovative Linux engineering. You'll lead DevOps best practices across vast data platforms, ensuring performance and efficie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing IT system performance, troubleshooting issues, and supporting essential operations. Utilize your skills to manage and maintain critical IT infrastructures in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative infrastructure solutions by managing enterprise storage and backup systems. Oversee performance, enhancements, and virtualization platforms while ensuring operational excellence and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Transform the landscape of cybersecurity by developing and reverse engineering Linux systems. Collaborate with experts to analyze vulnerabilities and enhance security measures, ensuring robust protect...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and securing Linux systems in classified and unclassified environments. You'll implement cybersecurity measures, manage system updates, and support virtuali...

4 days ago

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

$105K *

Manage and maintain Linux systems in classified and unclassified environments, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policies. Collaborate with teams to implement upgrades, troubleshoot issues, and s...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Execute systems administration for enterprise telephony infrastructure, ensuring maintenance, troubleshooting, and security compliance across Windows and Linux environments while collaborating with cr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion a robust Identity and Access Management program while supporting enterprise infrastructure initiatives. Ensure secure access, manage endpoints, and enhance IT operations in a dynamic environm...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive comprehensive systems administration for large-scale Linux infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability across HPC environments and IaaS platforms while supporting day...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing large-scale Linux infrastructures. You'll manage system operations, enhance security, and troubleshoot issues in a collaborative environment focused on innov...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.