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SAIC

HPC Support Engineer

Charlottesville, VA

The engineer will support users executing workloads within Linux-based High Performance Computing (HPC) cluster environments used for distributed compute workloads, simulation environments, and GPU ...

SAIC

HPC Support Engineer

Charlottesville, VA

The engineer will support users executing workloads within Linux-based High Performance Computing (HPC) cluster environments used for distributed compute workloads, simulation environments, and GPU ...

Ruggable

Senior Infrastructure Support Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$116.90K - $158.90K/yr

Ruggable is looking for a talented Sr. Infrastructure Support Engineer. This position will report ... Experience working in a blended Windows, Mac and Linux environments * Strong skills in diagnosing ...

Infinity Solutions

Support Engineer

Westerville, OH · On-site

Support Engineer Locations: Westerville, OH / Phoenix, AZ(Onsite) Duration: Long Term Description ... Perform initial diagnostics and troubleshooting of Linux and/or Windows servers. * Escalate issues ...

Saildrone

IT Technical Support Engineer

Alameda, CA · On-site

$79.40K - $99.30K/yr

THE POSITION Saildrone is seeking an IT Technical Support Engineer to join our IT team. Reporting ... Demonstrated proficiency supporting MacOS, Windows, Linux, and mobile endpoints in enterprise ...

Echodyne Corp

Support Engineer

Kirkland, WA

Echodyne is seeking a Support Engineer to join our team working in a fast-paced environment ... Linux experience TRAVEL: 10% Echodyne's technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and ...

SAIC

HPC Support Engineer

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

The engineer will assist users executing computational workloads within Linux-based High ... Responsibilities : • supporting distributed compute workloads • troubleshooting job execution ...

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How much do linux support engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for linux support engineer in the United States is $148,749.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $152,500.00 and $167,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Linux Support Engineer job?

A Linux Support Engineer is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting Linux-based systems and servers. They ensure system stability, security, and performance while assisting users with technical issues. This role often involves configuring servers, monitoring system health, and automating tasks using scripts. Additionally, Linux Support Engineers work with networking, security, and cloud technologies to optimize infrastructure. Strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of Linux distributions like Ubuntu, CentOS, or Red Hat are essential for this role.

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

To thrive as a Linux Support Engineer, you need strong expertise in Linux system administration, troubleshooting, scripting, and a relevant degree or equivalent hands-on experience. Familiarity with tools such as Bash, Python, Ansible, and monitoring systems, along with certifications like RHCE or CompTIA Linux+, is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving skills, clear communication, and the ability to work under pressure are vital soft skills for the role. These qualifications and qualities are important to quickly resolve technical issues, provide reliable support, and ensure robust system performance for clients or internal teams.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a Linux Support Engineer?

As a Linux Support Engineer, your daily tasks often include diagnosing and resolving system or application issues, managing user permissions, performing routine server maintenance, and monitoring system performance to preempt potential problems. You may also implement patches, updates, and security configurations, as well as automate tasks through scripting to improve efficiency. Collaboration with other IT specialists, development teams, and sometimes end users is common to resolve incidents and support various projects. This dynamic role requires the ability to prioritize multiple requests while maintaining high standards of technical service and system reliability.
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Infographic showing various Linux Support Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, and 30% Contract. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $148,749 per year, or $71.5 per hour.

Linux DevOps Administrator - REMOTE

JTEC Consulting

San Antonio, TX • Remote

$120K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Linux DevOps Administrator - REMOTE
San Antonio, TX 78201
JTEC Consulting LLC focuses on successfully delivering solutions to meet our clients’ most critical needs. Our founding members have decades of experience delivering a wide range of solutions to Air Force and DOD clients. We are a Veteran-Owned Small Business.
Security Clearance Requirement: Secret
Location Note: Remote from a U.S. based location will be considered
Position Description:
JTEC Consulting is hiring an experienced Linux DevOps Administrator to join an established program working in support of a federal government customer building and setting up new development tools and infrastructure. Qualified candidates will have hands-on experience supporting continuous integration, delivery, and deployment (CI/CD), cloud technologies, container orchestration, and security. Prior experience supporting a DoD environment is preferred. A current Security+ certification is required for consideration.
Duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
  • Work as part of a collaborative team to design system and obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces
  • Build and test end-to-end CI/CD pipelines, ensuring that systems are safe against security threats
  • Support automation of Linux and other application related processes with Jenkins, Ansible, and various scripting tools
  • Manage troubleshooting, logging, and auditing tasks in Linux
  • Support documentation and knowledge transfer
  • Manually find and resolve Linux issues
  • Modify existing software to correct errors, adapt to new hardware, and improve performance
  • Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints
  • Store, retrieve, and manipulate data for analysis of system capabilities and requirements
  • Other duties, as assigned
Requirements include (but are not limited to):
  • U.S. citizenship; no dual citizenship
  • Current Secret security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline is preferred; associates degree or related military training may be considered in lieu of a degree
  • Current Security+ or equivalent industry recognized technical certification to meet DoD 8570 compliance
  • 7+ years of related experience supporting a DevOps development including:
    • 3+ years of overall experience must be recent work supporting Linux in a DevOps environment
    • Experience with a CI/CD platform, such as FlexDeploy, Jenkins (groovy), Ansible core (yaml), GitLab CI/CD
    • Experience implementing and troubleshooting Linux in an enterprise environment
    • Experience with a CI/CD platform, such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or similar technologies
    • Experience with Linux patching using DNF and YUM
    • Experience with Ansible and Jenkins
    • Strong knowledge of DNS/Networking and networking debugging with packet capture
    • Experience working with REST APIs
    • Experience working in a secure environment
    • Strong knowledge of DNS/Networking and networking debugging with packet capture
    • Strong scripting in more than one of these languages: python, bash, zsh, ksh, csh
  • Strong configuration management knowledge and experience
  • Experience in an OCI environment on virtual images​
  • Experience developing and maintaining program documentation
  • Excellent organization skills and ability to manage work, provide accurate and realistic estimates, and meet deadlines
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills to excel in a blended government and contractor team environment
  • Ability to support individual and team workloads and operate productively as a member of a collaborative team
  • Demonstrated experience staying abreast of new technologies and their applications meeting industry best practices
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JTEC Consulting LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salary:
JTEC offers competitive compensation and benefits to all employees. Salaries are dependent upon a wide range of factors including position requirements, customer/program needs, individual qualifications, education, experience, certification and/or training, location, and other job related factors.

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