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Bespoke Technologies, Inc.

Administer, maintain, and optimize Linux-based systems in a production environment * Manage and support IBM Enterprise Storage solutions, ensuring high availability and performance * Configure ...

Cymertek

Linux System Administrator

Chantilly, VA · On-site

Linux System Administrator LOCATION Chantilly, VA 20151 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship) KEY SUMMARY We are looking for a dedicated and skilled ...

NewGen

Linux System Administrator

Annapolis, MD · On-site

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Linux System Administrator to join our Partner's IT infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing enterprise Linux ...

Vets Hired

Linux System Administrator

Clarksburg, WV · On-site

Job Summary The Linux System Administrator (Intermediate-Level) is responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, securing, and supporting enterprise Linux-based systems and infrastructure.

MANTECH

Linux System Administrator

Laurel, MD · On-site

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Linux System Administrator to join our team in Laurel, MD. You will be part of a dedicated team delivering enterprise infrastructure ...

MANTECH

Linux System Administrator

Laurel, MD · On-site

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Linux System Administrator to join our team in Laurel, MD. You will be part of a dedicated team delivering enterprise infrastructure ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cyber linux system administrator in the United States is $51.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.11 and $62.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cyber Linux System Administrator vs Network Security Engineer?

AspectCyber Linux System AdministratorNetwork Security Engineer
CertificationsLinux+, CompTIA Security+, CEHCISSP, CEH, CCNP Security
Work EnvironmentLinux servers, data centers, cloud platformsNetwork infrastructure, firewalls, intrusion detection systems
Primary FocusManaging Linux systems, ensuring server securityProtecting network infrastructure from threats
Common TasksSystem updates, user management, security patchesFirewall configuration, vulnerability assessment, incident response

The Cyber Linux System Administrator primarily manages Linux-based systems and ensures their security, while the Network Security Engineer focuses on safeguarding network infrastructure from cyber threats. Both roles require security certifications and work in overlapping environments but have distinct core responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Cyber Linux System Administrator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,079 per year, or $52 per hour.

Linux System Administrator

Annapolis, MD • On-site

Gigatec Engineering
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Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Perks and Benefits
  • 100% Paid Healthcare
  • 10% 401k in every paycheck
  • 100% Fully Vested!!!

NOTE - Our positions require a Top Secret clearance, as well as the favorable completion of a polygraph. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment Visa.
What You'll Be Doing (We don't love the bullet points, but we love the work!)
As the Linux System Administrator, you'll get to be part of a team responsible for providing support for a large-scale Linux system including installation of COTS/GOTS/FOSS software, day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for all the compute, network, memory, and storage system components. In addition, the System Administrator shall maintain the system's security posture, along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.Required Skills
  • Experience using the Linux CLI
  • Experience developing scripts using Bash/Python
  • Experience performing System Administration including installation, configuration, and support of COTS/GOTS/FOSS software in a large-scale Linux cluster environment
  • General technical knowledge regarding compute, network, memory, and storage system components
  • Experience with Red Hat Satellite systems management solution
  • Familiarity using Splunk for ingesting, indexing, searching, monitoring, and analyzing big data
  • Experience with the sustainment and support of large Linux clusters including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution
  • Experience with distributed files systems such as Weka, CEPH, GPFS, and HDFS
  • Experience configuring and sustaining VMware ESXi/Virtualization environments
  • Experience with IaC (Infrastructure as Code) automation tools e.g., SaltStack, Ansible
  • Experience with corporate STE/STN security compliance policies and procedures
  • Experience using system monitoring tools such as HPE One View and Nagios
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
Desired Skills
  • Experience with container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes
  • Appreciates a sense of humor and the occasional well-timed joke
Requirements
  • Certifications: Security +
  • Fifteen (15) years' experience
  • Bachelors in Technical Discipline or an additional 5 years' experience

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