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Contract Linux Windows System Administrator Jobs in Chicago, IL

Sierra ITS

Linux Systems Administrator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

Linux System Administrator - Full Time, Hybrid - Downtown Chicago - Pension Eligible Your Linux Admin skills are great, but your personality is really what shines. We've been asked by a well ...

Apex Informatics

Linux System Admin

Evanston, IL · On-site

... System Administrator. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Red Hat Enterprise Linux ... RHEL) and be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing Linux-based systems. This role ...

Sentinel

Linux Systems Administrator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$82K - $110K/yr

This administrator is responsible to install, administer, and support Red Hat Enterprise Linux ... This role is responsible for system availability, performance tuning, automation, patching ...

Sentinel

Linux Systems Administrator

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$82K - $110K/yr

This administrator is responsible to install, administer, and support Red Hat Enterprise Linux ... This role is responsible for system availability, performance tuning, automation, patching ...

SG Cap Trading, LLC

Linux Systems Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

... Linux system issues and assist with hardware maintenance. • Set up desktops, laptops, and virtual machines (Linux, Windows, Mac). • Support SQL database management, including queries and table ...

Sentinel

Linux Systems Administrator

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

$82K - $110K/yr

This administrator is responsible to install, administer, and support Red Hat Enterprise Linux ... This role is responsible for system availability, performance tuning, automation, patching ...

AAR Corporation

System Administrator

Wood Dale, IL · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

A System Administrator should have knowledge of VMware, Windows Server, and SAN technologies for ... Linux experience * Strong IT customer service skills for supporting end user application issues.

AAR Corporation

System Administrator

Wood Dale, IL

$90K - $120K/yr

A System Administrator should have knowledge of VMware, Windows Server, and SAN technologies for ... Linux experience * Strong IT customer service skills for supporting end user application issues.

SG Cap Trading, LLC

Linux Systems Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

... Linux system issues and assist with hardware maintenance. • Set up desktops, laptops, and virtual machines (Linux, Windows, Mac). • Support SQL database management, including queries and table ...

Bactech

System Administrator

Rolling Meadows, IL

... Windows, UNIX, and Linux; Function as a member of the team responsible for the day-to-day, 24x7x365 on-call system administration, and touch labor operations. To be considered for this position, you ...

AAR

System Administrator

Wood Dale, IL · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

A System Administrator should have knowledge of VMware, Windows Server, and SAN technologies for ... Linux experience * Strong IT customer service skills for supporting end user application issues.

Bactech

System Administrator

Rolling Meadows, IL · On-site

... Windows, UNIX, and Linux; • Function as a member of the team responsible for the day-to-day, 24x7x365 on-call system administration, and touch labor operations. To be considered for this position ...

SG Cap Trading

Linux Systems Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Troubleshoot Linux system issues and assist with hardware maintenance. Set up desktops, laptops, and virtual machines (Linux, Windows, Mac). Support SQL database management, including queries and ...

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How much do contract linux windows system administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract linux windows system administrator in Chicago, IL is $91,608.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,100.00 and $107,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Linux Windows System Administrator vs Network Administrator?

AspectContract Linux Windows System AdministratorNetwork Administrator
CertificationsLinux/Windows certifications (e.g., CompTIA Linux+, Microsoft Certified)Network certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+)
Work EnvironmentServer management, system deployment, troubleshooting on Linux and Windows serversNetwork infrastructure, routers, switches, and network security
Employer & Industry UsageIT service providers, tech companies, data centersTelecom, corporate IT departments, ISPs

The Contract Linux Windows System Administrator primarily manages server environments, focusing on operating systems, while the Network Administrator concentrates on network infrastructure and connectivity. Both roles require technical certifications and often work in similar industries, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What are the most commonly searched types of Linux Windows System Administrator jobs in Chicago, IL? The most popular types of Linux Windows System Administrator jobs in Chicago, IL are:
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Contract - Linux Support Administrator

Request Technology, LLC

Chicago, IL • On-site

Other

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Contract Linux Support Administrator

Rate: Open

Location: Chicago, IL

Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote

*Note to Third-Party firms/recruiters - candidates will be reviewed through email submission only; phone calls will be rejected*

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Linux system administration, with strong emphasis on RHEL
  • Hands-on expertise with Ansible for configuration management and automation
  • Strong knowledge of server deployment and configuration management
  • Expertise in patch management and in-place system upgrade procedures, particularly for RHEL
  • Proven troubleshooting skills for Linux systems and applications
  • Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure management
  • Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools and remediation techniques
  • Experience using ServiceNow for incident management, change management, and workflows
  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, etc.)
  • Working knowledge of networking concepts and security principles
  • Scripting skills in Bash, Python, or other relevant languages

Bonus Points

  • Experience with CentOS and/or Ubuntu

Responsibilities

  • Deploy, configure, and maintain RHEL servers in physical, virtual, and AWS cloud environments
  • Plan and execute in-place upgrades, patches, and version migrations for RHEL systems, ensuring minimal downtime and adherence to best practices
  • Implement and manage automated server provisioning using Ansible and other automation tools
  • Design and implement AWS infrastructure following best practices and cost optimization strategies
  • Manage AWS services including EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, RDS, and other relevant services
  • Identify, assess, and remediate vulnerabilities within RHEL/Linux systems and applications
  • Conduct regular review of vulnerability scan reports and implement remediation strategies
  • Create content views and manage lifecycle environments in Red Hat Satellite
  • Create and manage JIRA and ServiceNow tickets, workflows, and change management processes
  • Monitor system health, performance, and capacity, taking proactive measures to prevent issues
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex RHEL server issues in a timely manner
  • Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with organizational policies

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