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Freelance Bash Shell Scripting Jobs in Boston, MA

MORSE Corp

IT Helpdesk Specialist

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

Scripting experience in Bash/shell and Python * Understanding of cybersecurity principles, common IT architectures, and network protocols * Familiarity with system administration (account management ...

Sonoma Consulting Inc.

Senior DevOps Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$141K - $181K/yr

Experience coding or scripting with Shell, Ruby/JRuby, Perl, Python, Powershell, Java, Go, or Bash * Experience with Agile, Lean, and Continuous Delivery best practices Strong technical foundation in ...

ConcertAI

Senior Cloud Ops and Dev Ops Engineer

Boston, MA

$141K - $181K/yr

Bash and shell scripting * Git feature branching workflows Learn More About ConcertAI Our team at ConcertAI is dedicated to transforming healthcare decision-making through the application of RWE and ...

Raytheon

Senior Software Engineer - C++

Marlborough, MA · On-site

... scripting (Python, shell, bash). • Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum). • Experience with DPDK. • Experience with numerical libraries such as MKL, FFTW, BLAS, LAPACK, and ARM PL. • ...

Raytheon

Principal Software Engineer

Tewksbury, MA

$145K - $195K/yr

Experience with Network Communication Protocols, Shell Scripting (tcsh, csh, bash), software development tools like Git/Clearcase, software debuggers, and using embedded RTOSs (e.g. VxWorks ...

Raytheon

Principal Software Engineer

Tewksbury, MA · On-site

$145K - $195K/yr

Experience with Network Communication Protocols, Shell Scripting (tcsh, csh, bash), software development tools like Git/Clearcase, software debuggers, and using embedded RTOSs (e.g. VxWorks ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance bash shell scripting in Boston, MA is $51.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.39 and $67.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Bash Shell Scripting vs Freelance Linux System Administration?

AspectFreelance Bash Shell ScriptingFreelance Linux System Administration
Required SkillsScripting, automation, command-line proficiencySystem setup, user management, network configuration
CertificationsNone mandatory, but Linux or scripting certifications helpLinux certifications (e.g., LPIC, RHCSA)
Work EnvironmentPrimarily remote, project-basedRemote or onsite, ongoing support
Industry UsageTech, startups, automation projectsIT services, enterprise, hosting providers

Freelance Bash Shell Scripting focuses on writing scripts for automation and task simplification, while Freelance Linux System Administration involves managing entire Linux environments. Both roles require Linux knowledge, but scripting is more specialized, whereas system administration covers broader responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Bash Shell Scripting job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 85% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,804 per year, or $51.8 per hour.

IT Helpdesk Specialist

MORSE Corp

Cambridge, MA • On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

MORSE Corp is an employee owned, small business based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA with a history of fielding cutting-edge technology. MORSE boasts a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to deliver best-in-class technical solutions that solve difficult multidisciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.
MORSE is seeking a versatile IT Helpdesk / Cybersecurity Specialist to provide frontline technical support while assisting with critical cybersecurity initiatives. This role combines end-user support, system troubleshooting, and IT operations with cybersecurity monitoring, compliance, and risk mitigation. The ideal candidate has strong technical skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for solving problems across IT and security domains.
Responsibilities
  • Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 helpdesk ticket support for MacOS, Windows, and Linux environments.
  • Onboard and support new employees, including account setup and hardware/software configuration.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues with desktops, laptops, servers, and networks.
  • Assist with cybersecurity tasks, including developing architecture, mitigating risks, and maintaining security solutions.
  • Perform vulnerability scanning, system audits, and incident response in collaboration with the IT/Security team.
  • Maintain awareness of evolving threats and threat actors; research and generate cyber threat intelligence and landscape warnings.
  • Review and investigate audit records for anomalies or signs of compromise.
  • Support compliance oversight by helping document and track controls and mitigation steps.
Requirements
  • Strong troubleshooting skills with MacOS, Windows, and Linux
  • Scripting experience in Bash/shell and Python
  • Understanding of cybersecurity principles, common IT architectures, and network protocols
  • Familiarity with system administration (account management, servers, virtualization, patching)
  • Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and incident response processes
  • Strong written communication skills to create clear technical documentation
  • US Citizenship required and ability to obtain a US Security Clearance

MORSE Corp's salary range for this role carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, skills and expertise, location, internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated. Depending on role eligibility, total compensation may also include bonus, stock, 401(k) match, paid time off, medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year. MORSE maintains an "open" leave policy that does not restrict exempt, regular full-time employees to a specific number of paid sick or vacation days. However, this policy is not an "unlimited" paid leave policy.
Compensation
$60,000-$100,000 USD
The team at MORSE takes pride in being the smart team that is easy to work with. We focus on steady, long-term success with an emphasis on exceptionalism and delivering mission-critical impact to our customers. For more information, please visit www.morsecorp.com.

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