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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$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as a key contributor to our Infrastructure team, specializing in managing custom-built Linux servers and enhancing our virtualized environment while collaborating with a seasoned t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the deployment and maintenance of Linux systems across large-scale environments to ensure stability and security. Collaborate with teams on application migrations, performance monitoring, and aut...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion Linux systems administration in a dynamic IT infrastructure role, ensuring optimal performance and security of enterprise systems while managing critical storage and backup operations...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize enterprise Linux systems by managing storage, backups, and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and compliance, ensuring a secure and efficient IT i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and enhancing large-scale Linux systems. This role involves software support, system security, and operation enhancements to ensure optimal performance across...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Serve as a Linux Systems Administrator, ensuring optimal performance of multi-user computing environments, managing Redhat Linux and Windows Server systems within a dynamic federal contract setting, w...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering top-tier Linux administration and support for complex multi-user systems. Engage in maintaining performance and security while collaborating in a dynamic feder...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower classified environments with robust Linux system administration skills. Support DoD agencies by maintaining networks, ensuring compliance, and optimizing high-performance computing platforms...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $149K *

Support a dynamic IT environment by managing Linux and Windows systems, offering onsite technical support, and enhancing compliance efforts in a growing organization. Collaborate with cross-functional...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $174K *

Drive the design, deployment, and maintenance of Linux workstations and servers, ensuring robust configuration management and troubleshooting support for complex technical issues while collaborating a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by driving complex Linux engineering solutions and providing critical support across various technology environments, ensuring secure and efficient operations while leading vibra...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $165K *

Empower organizational efficiency by leading a skilled Linux team to design, develop, and optimize cloud-based solutions, focusing on automation, troubleshooting, and collaboration across multiple net...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Champion the engineering and sustainment of enterprise Linux platforms, ensuring security and reliability for research operations. Collaborate with teams to automate tasks, manage vulnerabilities, and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by ensuring the stability, security, and performance of enterprise Linux systems. Join us in maintaining and optimizing RedHat environments while enforcing compliance with government...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to the advancement of Linux operations by managing server environments, optimizing system performance, and ensuring robust integration with hardware and applications while collaborating acr...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Engage as a Linux System Administrator, sustaining and evolving mission-critical applications through innovative solutions and automation within a complex environment, with significant latitude to imp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $105K *

Unlock your potential with this pivotal role in Linux system administration, supporting dynamic servers and workstations in a fast-paced RDT&E environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance performanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $105K *

Optimize system performance as a Linux Systems Administrator, supporting both classified and unclassified environments. Collaborate with engineers, enhance operational efficiency, and manage server so...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with an experienced Linux team by maintaining and enhancing the software and hardware environment, ensuring effective integration and security across the organization’s operating syst...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in deploying and maintaining enterprise Red Hat Linux systems, ensuring security compliance and optimal performance for U.S. Army operations while automating processes and managing sys...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Deliver robust enterprise RHEL solutions by engineering, deploying, and maintaining Linux infrastructure, while ensuring compliance and security standards in support of mission-critical U.S. Army oper...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $135K *

Grow your career with a hands-on role optimizing and securing enterprise Red Hat Linux systems. You will lead complex projects, automate processes, and tackle intricate technical challenges while ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $240K *

Contribute to the consolidation of diverse systems into a cohesive, secure solution, enhancing manageability and user experience while collaborating with teams to establish a foundation for long-term...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $240K *

Collaborate to consolidate diverse systems into a cohesive solution enhancing manageability and security, while prioritizing user experience. Be a key player in this high-visibility project, laying a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $108K *

Engineer and optimize enterprise Linux environments, ensuring security, automation, and operational excellence while managing complex infrastructure for mission-critical operations...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.