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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$90K - $130K *

Analyze and design AWS environments, deploy cloud services, and maintain DevOps infrastructures in a dynamic consulting environment, ensuring seamless client engagements and high-quality solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $125K *

Contribute to operational excellence by providing technical expertise and training for interoperability among Navy Strike Groups, while analyzing and improving tactical communications in high-stakes e...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by designing, implementing, and managing AWS environments, while collaborating with clients to sustain and optimize their cloud operations and support system m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming how clients leverage cloud technologies to design, implement, and maintain AWS environments. Be responsible for optimizing cloud infrastructure and delivering impactful...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of AWS environments while automating and monitoring cloud services, ensuring seamless support for clients’ infrastructure migrations and operational needs in a colla...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating AWS environments. As a key player, you’ll design, deploy, and manage cloud solutions, ensuring optimal performance and seamless transitions for clients in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Collaborate with clients to design and optimize AWS environments, automate deployments, and support migrations. Your expertise will ensure robust cloud infrastructure for multiple projects within a dy...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to redefine cloud solutions by consulting clients, deploying AWS environments, and managing DevOps infrastructure. Leverage your expertise in automation and troubleshooting to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Optimize hybrid cloud solutions by consulting, deploying, and managing AWS environments. Collaborate closely with clients to ensure seamless infrastructure operations and drive innovative cloud strate...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $121K *

Lead security strategy by creating and managing security plans, guiding remediation efforts, and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Collaborate with teams on policies while conducting effecti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive effective cybersecurity initiatives as a Lab ISSO, overseeing system monitoring, incident detection, and risk management to ensure robust protection of sensitive information in line with complia...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Drive the development and maintenance of scalable software applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Mentor junior engineers and ensure high-quality solutions through best practice...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer the development of advanced radar software, enhancing mission-critical applications through innovative programming, testing, and optimization within a dynamic team environment focused on cutti...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by enhancing healthcare operations through strategic analysis, collaboration, and innovation. Lead initiatives that improve service delivery and align business goals with regulatory s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Transform mission critical services by leveraging your expertise in cloud technologies and system administration to innovate tailored solutions that enhance operational efficiency and cyber security f...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team ensuring top-notch physical security operations, where you'll manage systems, troubleshoot issues, and support a 24/7 monitoring environment. Be the key player in maintaining secur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $115K *

Oversee advanced desktop and end-user support in a fast-paced trading floor. Manage system administration, incident resolution, and high-availability IT operations to ensure uninterrupted trading and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$237K - $262K *

Unlock potential by leading the automation of security evaluations and authorizations. Collaborate across teams to implement streamlined processes, enhance data integration, and optimize performance i...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $112K *

Unlock the potential of IT infrastructure! Drive Windows/Linux systems management, optimize server performance, and implement innovative solutions for a dynamic tech environment. Join a collaborative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $149K *

Engineer cloud security solutions by integrating requirements into infrastructure design. Collaborate with teams to ensure security is prioritized during development and throughout system lifecycle. D...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $225K *

Transform identity and access management strategies by leading the design and integration of secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence and dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $124K *

Innovate insights from complex infrastructure data to support efficient technology strategy and operational analytics, leveraging collaboration across teams to enhance performance monitoring and decis...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $124K *

Unlock potential by leveraging infrastructure and analytics to support technology strategy, advancing operational awareness across cloud and on-premises environments with actionable insights and robus...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Optimize system integration efforts by ensuring seamless interoperability between JIRA, GitLab, and security protocols, enhancing workflow automation and compliance with DoD policies for identity mana...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by bridging clinical workflows and technology integration. As a key liaison, analyze and optimize complex systems, ensuring effective communication between stakeholders and technical...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.