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ValidaTek

Linux Administrator

Pensacola, FL · On-site

ValidaTek is seeking a reliable and highly skilled Linux Administrator to support the Cybersecurity Systems Support (CSS) contract with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). This position is ...

ValidaTek, Inc.

Linux Administrator

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$75K - $140K/hr

ValidaTek is seeking a reliable and highly skilled Linux Administrator to support the Cybersecurity Systems Support (CSS) contract with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA). This position is ...

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Linux Administrator

Mclean, VA · On-site

$82K - $130K/yr

Responsible for full Life Cycle support of AWS GovCloud and On-Premised hosted Systems/Applications ... as a Linux/UNIX (RHEL, Solaris) Systems Administrator * DoW Secret or Top-Secret Clearance

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Linux Administrator

Mclean, VA · On-site

$82K - $130K/yr

Responsible for full Life Cycle support of AWS GovCloud and On-Premised hosted Systems/Applications ... as a Linux/UNIX (RHEL, Solaris) Systems Administrator * DoW Secret or Top-Secret Clearance

360 IT Professionals

Linux Administrator

Norfolk, VA · On-site

We have more than 30 IT Staffing Services contracts across USA and working closely with Fortune 500 ... Job Title: Linux Administrator Duration: 06 Months Contract Work Location: Norfolk VA Job ...

MDAEdge

Senior Linux Administrator

Cleveland, OH · On-site

Job Summary : MDAEdge is seeking a skilled Linux Systems Administrator with expertise in ... AWS, Azure, GCP) • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices Company : The world ...

3B Staffing LLC

Red Hat Linux Administrator

Boston, MA · Hybrid

ASAP Duration: 6 months contract to hire Title: Red Hat Administrator Location: Hybrid onsite, 3 ... Familiarity with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, KVM) and cloud environments (AWS, Azure ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract aws linux administrator in the United States is $51.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.07 and $59.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Aws Linux Administrator vs Cloud Systems Engineer?

AspectContract Aws Linux AdministratorCloud Systems Engineer
CertificationsAWS Certified SysOps Administrator, Linux certificationsAWS Certified Solutions Architect, Linux certifications
Work EnvironmentContract roles, client sites, remote optionsFull-time or contract, cloud-focused projects
Industry UsageIT services, cloud providers, tech companiesCloud service providers, enterprise IT, startups
Job FocusManaging AWS Linux environments, deployment, troubleshootingDesigning cloud infrastructure, automation, optimization

The Contract Aws Linux Administrator primarily manages and maintains AWS Linux environments, focusing on deployment and troubleshooting. In contrast, a Cloud Systems Engineer designs and optimizes cloud infrastructure, often involving automation and architecture planning. While both roles require AWS and Linux certifications and work in cloud-related industries, their responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Contract Aws Linux Administrator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,535 per year, or $51.2 per hour.

Linux Administrator (SA2) (Government)

AT and T

Columbia, MD • On-site

$98K - $174K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

AT&T rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 735 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

54th of 101 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers' mission.
Intelink Services provide interagency information sharing, content discovery, and collaboration capabilities on the IC system domains to the IC and its partners in Defense, Homeland Security, Foreign Affairs, and Law Enforcement.
AT&T has an opening for a Linux Administrator to support Public Sector Solutions.
Description of Job Duties/Responsibilities:
This position requires office presence a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered. Work to be performed at government customer site in Laurel, MD.
Work in an environment where you can help design the architecture and develop solutions to meet organizational needs. Looking for an innovative, and motivated individual to join a small, talented, and hardworking Linux team in a hybrid cloud environment. This team creates, maintains, and troubleshoots Linux instances on multiple networks, in multiple architectures.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on Linux administration and scripting automation experience with knowledge of AWS Cloud technologies is a plus. Candidate must work well in a small team setting, have a desire to automate processes where possible, and a willingness to think outside the box to find solutions.
Required skills:
  • Strong Linux administration experience including configuring, patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, etc.
  • Experience working with diverse teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues
  • Experience creating, debugging, and implementing Bash, Python, Puppet, and/or Ansible automation scripts
  • Ability to work in a team and mentor junior staff
  • Self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies
  • Ability to communicate issues with team members and/or service owners

Desired skills:
  • Experience with AWS, specifically EC2 Auto Scaling
  • Experience with aws-cli and boto3

Required Clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph. (#ts/sci) (#polygraph)
Required Qualifications:
  • Ten (10) years experience as an SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
  • Certifications: Compliance with DoD 8570.01-M with a minimum certification of IAT Level II (SEC+, CCNA)

Ready to join our team? Apply today!
Our Linux Administrator (SA II) (Government) earns between $98,100 - $174,800 yearly. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) *Pro-rated when working less than 40 hrs/wk.
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected • Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
Weekly Hours:
40
Time Type:
Regular
Location:
Columbia, Maryland
AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. Click here to learn more or request an application accommodation here.

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