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Linux Administrator (SA II) (Government)

Columbia, MD · Hybrid

$98.10K - $174.80K/yr

Required skills : * Strong Linux administration experience including configuring, patching ... Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and ...

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Linux Administrator (SA II) (Government)

Columbia, MD · Hybrid

$98.10K - $174.80K/yr

Required skills : * Strong Linux administration experience including configuring, patching ... Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and ...

SAIC

Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Princeton, NJ

$80K - $120K/yr

Systems Administration - Maintain IT Security posture according to organization requirements ... Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range ...

SAIC

Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Princeton, NJ · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Systems Administration - Maintain IT Security posture according to organization requirements ... Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range ...

Peraton

Linux Systems Administrator

Riverdale, MD · On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Minimum 5 years in systems administration, including at least 3 years in Linux administration ... Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and ...

Peraton

Linux Systems Administrator

Herndon, VA

$112K - $179K/yr

Minimum 5 years in systems administration, including at least 3 years in Linux administration ... Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and ...

Leidos

Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$92.30K - $166.85K/yr

This role requires deep expertise in Linux administration, along with experience in infrastructure ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

Peraton

Linux Systems Administrator

Herndon, VA · On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Minimum 5 years in systems administration, including at least 3 years in Linux administration ... Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and ...

Peraton

Linux Systems Administrator

Herndon, VA · On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Minimum 5 years in systems administration, including at least 3 years in Linux administration ... Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and ...

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for linux administration salary 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 Linux Administration Salary vs Network Administrator Salary?

AspectLinux Administration SalaryNetwork Administrator Salary
Required CredentialsLinux certifications (e.g., LPIC, CompTIA Linux+)Network certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Network+)
Work EnvironmentData centers, server rooms, cloud environmentsOffice networks, enterprise infrastructure
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, hosting providers, cloud servicesCorporate, healthcare, education sectors
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both roles involve network and system management, but Linux Administrators focus on Linux servers and open-source environments, often requiring Linux-specific certifications. Network Administrators handle broader network infrastructure, including routers and switches. Salary differences depend on experience, certifications, and industry demand, but both roles are vital in IT infrastructure.

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Linux Administrator with Security Clearance

Linux Administrator with Security Clearance

American Systems Corporation

Gaithersburg, MD

$110K - $145K/yr

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Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. Responsibilities As a Linux Administrator with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following: * Collaborate with onsite system design personnel to implement new system software and hardware.
  • Maintain and develop Linux infrastructure technology.
  • Deliver 24x7x365 uptime service.
  • Provide systems administration-related solutions.
  • Maintain best practices for managing services and computer systems.
  • Monitor system performance and capacity planning.
  • Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, network hardware, and workstations.
  • Install and configure Linux systems, back-end databases and scripts.
  • Perform system maintenance by reviewing error logs.
  • Provide technical and troubleshooting support for service problems.
  • Create system backups and new stored procedures.
  • Develop and maintain system recovery procedures.
  • Install and Maintain system security.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented systems.
  • Maintain all internet requests inclusive to DNS, RADIUS, Apache, MySQL, PHP.Enhance, maintain, and create the tools for the Linux environment and its users.
Analyze hardware requirements and make acquiring recommendations. Qualifications Bachelor's level degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance At least five (5) years of experience in Linux Administration (RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu), including extensive knowledge of Linux server setup, deployment, and maintenance, as well as a firm understanding of networking protocols and server security mechanisms.
  • IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)Programming skills (RedHat, Java) Wage Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $145,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

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