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GDIT

Linux Systems Administrator

Concord, NC

Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior administrators and team members. * Support projects focused on improving the security, efficiency, scalability, and resilience of Linux ...

GDIT

Linux Systems Administrator

Concord, NC

Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior administrators and team members. * Support projects focused on improving the security, efficiency, scalability, and resilience of Linux ...

Boeing

Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$124K - $167K/yr

Senior Linux Systems Administrator Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company's Information ... Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members * Stay up-to-date with industry ...

Boeing

Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Herndon, VA · On-site

$124K - $167K/yr

Senior Linux Systems Administrator Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company's Information ... Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members * Stay up-to-date with industry ...

Boeing

Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$124K - $167K/yr

Senior Linux Systems Administrator Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company's Information ... Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members * Stay up-to-date with industry ...

Boeing

Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Herndon, VA · On-site

$124K - $167K/yr

Senior Linux Systems Administrator Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company's Information ... Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members * Stay up-to-date with industry ...

Boeing

Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$124K - $167K/yr

Senior Linux Systems Administrator Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company's Information ... Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members * Stay up-to-date with industry ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior linux admin in the United States is $74,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,500.00 and $77,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Junior Linux Admin typically handles routine tasks such as monitoring system performance, applying updates and patches, assisting with account management, and responding to basic technical support requests. You’ll often work under the guidance of more experienced administrators, helping to troubleshoot issues and perform system backups. Collaboration with other IT staff is common, especially when escalating complex problems or implementing new solutions. This role provides an excellent foundation to learn best practices and advance your skills while gaining hands-on experience in a real IT environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Junior Linux Admin position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Junior Linux Admin, you need a solid understanding of Linux operating systems, basic networking, shell scripting, and troubleshooting skills, often supported by a relevant degree or coursework. Familiarity with tools like Bash, SSH, and monitoring systems, along with certifications such as CompTIA Linux+ or LPIC-1, is frequently expected. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and willingness to learn make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure efficient system management, minimize downtime, and help you effectively support more senior team members.

What is a Junior Linux Admin job?

A Junior Linux Admin is an entry-level position responsible for maintaining and supporting Linux-based systems. Duties typically include installing software, managing user accounts, monitoring system performance, and troubleshooting basic issues. They often assist senior administrators with backups, security updates, and server configurations. Strong knowledge of Linux command-line tools and basic scripting is essential. This role provides hands-on experience to grow into advanced system administration positions.

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Linux Administrator (SA II) (Government)

Linux Administrator (SA II) (Government)

AT&T

Columbia, MD • Hybrid

$98K - $174K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

AT&T rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 723 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 82 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.

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 a 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

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.

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