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Linux System Admin

Dallas, TX · Remote

$100K - $110K/yr

Experience in OS installation, upgrades and patching in cloud environment (vmware, openstack, KVM ... Linux shell scripting and automation is a plus * Ansible and Python is a plus Company Description ...

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Linux System Admin

Dallas, TX · Remote

$100K - $110K/yr

Experience in OS installation, upgrades and patching in cloud environment (vmware, openstack, KVM ... Linux shell scripting and automation is a plus * Ansible and Python is a plus Company Description ...

Vaco by Highspring

Database Administrator

Lexington, KY · On-site

Working knowledge of Linux, KVM, and virtualization technologies. * Familiarity with Oracle and Microsoft licensing requirements. * Excellent troubleshooting, project management, communication, and ...

Unisys

Prin Linux Systems Support

Norwich, CT · On-site

Designs and recommends high-availability Linux solutions, including Red Hat clustering, KVM, and AIX/Unix environments, aligned with business and technical requirements. * Develops migration ...

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Prin Linux Systems Support

Concord, NC · On-site +1

Designs and recommends high-availability Linux solutions, including Red Hat clustering, KVM, and AIX/Unix environments, aligned with business and technical requirements. * Develops migration ...

Ascension Fed

Linux Systems Administrator

Melbourne, FL · On-site

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Linux Systems Administrator to join our IT team in Melbourne ... Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or KVM. * Proficiency in shell scripting ...

Accenture Federal Services

Linux Engineer

Tampa, FL · Hybrid

As a Linux Engineer, you will operate directly within this mission focused ecosystem, architecting ... VMware, KVM, Nutanix expertise. Experience applying DISA STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, RMF controls ...

Pyramid IT

0x86 architectect & lead

San Jose, CA

Founded 1996 Experience in 0x86 architecture and assembly language, C-language and GNU binary tools Experience in 0x86 based Linux KVM is a must. Specifically VTx, VTd, PCIe, SR-IOV technologies ...

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How much do linux kvm jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for linux kvm 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 KVM vs Linux System Administrator?

AspectLinux KVMLinux System Administrator
CertificationsLinux, virtualization, KVM-specific skillsLinux certifications (e.g., LPIC, RHCSA), general IT skills
Work EnvironmentData centers, virtualization environments, cloud platformsServer rooms, enterprise networks, IT departments
ResponsibilitiesManaging virtual machines, configuring KVM, optimizing virtualizationServer management, network setup, user support, system maintenance
Industry UsageCloud providers, hosting services, virtualization-focused companiesEnterprises, IT service providers, government agencies

Linux KVM specialists focus on virtualization technology, managing virtual machines and optimizing performance. Linux System Administrators handle broader server and network management tasks. While both roles require Linux knowledge, KVM experts specialize in virtualization, whereas system administrators oversee overall system health and infrastructure.

Does Linux KVM run on Linux?

Yes, Linux KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) is a virtualization technology that runs natively on Linux operating systems. It allows users to create and manage virtual machines directly within a Linux environment, making it a popular choice for system administrators and virtualization specialists. Knowledge of Linux system administration and virtualization tools is essential for roles involving Linux KVM.

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Infographic showing various Linux Kvm job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 91% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,535 per year, or $51.2 per hour.

Sr. Linux Engineer

Glen Burnie, MD • On-site

Skyline Technology Solutions, Llc
IT Services • 201 - 500 employees
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$125K - $170K/yr

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Posted 9 days ago

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Full Time Glen Burnie, MD, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1162

Salary Range: $125,000.00 To $170,000.00 Annually

We are seeking a highly skilled Linux Systems Engineer who will serve as a technical cornerstone for our infrastructure operations. This individual will combine deep Linux expertise with strategic thinking to enhance our operational capabilities, deliver exceptional customer solutions, and drive innovation across virtualization, monitoring, and system integration platforms.

The position combines advanced platform engineering expertise with the strategic responsibilities of defining standards, guiding practices, and driving the adoption of modern methodologies.

This role requires technical leadership, strong architectural judgment, and proactive initiative that elevates operational excellence across the organization.

You can expect to spend your time accomplishing the following:

  • 50% of the time on Objective 1: Linux Platform Ownership
  • 25% of the time on Objective 2: Standards, Instrumentation, and Reliability Practices
  • 25% of the time on Objective 3: Cross-Functional Technical Leadership
Job Responsibilities – What to Expect
  • Maintain and support the Linux servers within all projects managed by the Cloud Systems Engineering Team.
  • Evaluate, propose, and build tooling to support and optimize operations in a KVM Virtualization platform.
  • CloudStack Administration and Engineering
  • Participate in the estimation and execution of Customer-Facing Linux Systems Projects
  • Define, implement, and respond to Internal Linux Operational alerting.
  • Define and implement operational reports and dashboards for capacity management and other operational needs.
  • Ensure high-quality, consistent telemetry across all environments
  • Architect and manage CloudStack deployments, ensuring scalability, reliability, and multi-tenant functionality
  • Lead the technical diagnoses of Linux system problems as part of the ITIL Problem management process
  • Define and publish organizational standards for Linux Server Infrastructure
  • Manage and customize platform and infrastructure monitoring utilizing LogicMonitor and Grafana
  • Implement standards as infrastructure-as-code using configuration management tools, Ansible, and Terraform
  • Establish and maintain security hardening standards across all Linux environments
  • Develop configuration management pipelines to manage drift across Linux environments using GitHub and Ansible.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements to existing infrastructure
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Linux systems with development pipelines
  • Mentor junior engineers and create technical documentation for knowledge transfer
Your Knowledge & Expertise
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Networking, Telecommunications, or related technical field
  • Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or equivalent Linux certifications
  • CompTIA Linux+ or LPIC-2 certification
  • VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or equivalent virtualization certification
  • 5+ years of advanced Linux system administration experience in enterprise environments
  • Proficiency with KVM virtualization technologies and management
  • Strong background in Network Management Systems (NMS) integration and configuration
  • Advanced scripting skills in Bash, Python, or Go
  • Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Terraform, or Chef)
  • Proven experience with LogicMonitor, Zabbix, and Grafana monitoring platforms
  • Deep understanding of TCP/IP networking, routing, and firewall configuration
  • Linux security hardening and compliance framework implementation experience
  • Customer-facing project delivery experience with strong communication skills
  • Proven hands-on experience operating Linux systems (RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS) at scale, including performance tuning, benchmarking, hardening, and troubleshooting
  • Demonstrated experience with observability tooling such as Splunk, ElasticSearch, Graphite, Zabbix, log pipelines, and metrics systems
  • Proficiency with Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD, and infrastructure automation frameworks such as Ansible, Chef, or Salt
  • Experience designing or supporting disaster recovery, high-availability, and SLA-driven systems for mission-critical services
  • Background in security operations or tooling such as MS Defender, Nessus, Carbon Black, CrowdStrike, IAM, or FIM solutions
  • Experience implementing and supporting FreeIPA
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