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BAE Systems

Linux System Administrator

Vicksburg, MS · On-site

BAE Systems is seeking Linux Administrators to support a team of administrators with standard Linux system administration duties at ERDC in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The selected candidate will perform ...

BAE Systems

Linux System Administrator

Vicksburg, MS

BAE Systems is seeking Linux Administrators to support a team of administrators with standard Linux system administration duties at ERDC in Vicksburg, Mississippi. The selected candidate will perform ...

NTA, Inc.

Linux System Administrator

Huntsville, AL

Linux System Administrator FLSA: Exempt Clearance: Secret Location: Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL Job Type: Full time NTA, Inc. is a locally recognized Best Place to Work and Best Place for ...

NTA, Inc.

Linux System Administrator

Huntsville, AL

Linux System Administrator FLSA: Exempt Clearance: Secret Location: Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL Job Type: Full time NTA, Inc. is a locally recognized Best Place to Work and Best Place for ...

Nwis

Linux System Administrator

Arlington, VA

Nightwing is seeking a Technical Engagement Network (TEN) Lab Manager with experience in Linux Systems Administrator to support the design, development, and deployment of advanced cybersecurity ...

Leidos

Linux System Administrator

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

Leidos-Dynetics, within our Corporate Information Security Office (CISO and reporting through our Digital Modernization sector, is seeking a motivated Linux Systems Administrator to become a part of ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for linux system administrator night shift in the United States is $51.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.11 and $62.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Linux System Administrator Night Shift job?

A Linux System Administrator Night Shift job involves managing, monitoring, and troubleshooting Linux-based systems during overnight hours. Responsibilities include system maintenance, security updates, performance optimization, and responding to incidents to ensure stability. This role is crucial for organizations that operate 24/7, such as data centers, financial institutions, or tech companies. Night shift admins often work independently and coordinate with day teams for seamless operations. Strong Linux expertise, scripting skills, and proactive problem-solving are essential.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Linux System Administrator working the night shift?

As a Linux System Administrator on the night shift, your main responsibilities include monitoring server performance, responding to system alerts, performing routine maintenance, and troubleshooting issues that arise outside regular business hours. You may also be tasked with running backups, applying security patches, and ensuring that critical services remain available throughout the night. Collaboration often occurs via handoff reports or ticketing systems to communicate with daytime teams. This role is crucial for minimizing downtime and ensuring 24/7 reliability of IT infrastructure, especially for organizations with global operations or high-availability requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Linux System Administrator Night Shift position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Linux System Administrator Night Shift, you need strong expertise in Linux operating systems, scripting, troubleshooting, and network administration, typically supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with tools like Bash, Python, Ansible, monitoring platforms (Nagios, Zabbix), and certifications such as RHCE or CompTIA Linux+ is highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently during off-hours are critical soft skills. These competencies ensure you can maintain system uptime, resolve issues efficiently, and provide reliable support when senior staff or colleagues may not be immediately available.

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Linux System Administrator

Linux System Administrator

Chenega MIOS

Albuquerque, NM

Other

Posted 5 days ago

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Linux System Administrator
Albuquerque, NM
Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employer's core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level!
At Cyberstar, we aim to analyze and boost human and business performance through the implementation of business process redesign and information technology (IT) modernization to include data analytics and cloud computing.
We offer an alternate solution to improving the quality and effectiveness of business operations. In an ever-changing economy, Cyberstar helps companies better read and understand their market data through the synchronization of process innovation, human dynamics, analysis, and the integration of data technology capabilities, to ensure functional optimization in their business.
The Linux System Administrator shall perform system administration for the operating systems for which they have responsibility. The Contractor shall administer Windows Network in an enterprise environment along with applicable Linux servers/devices. The Windows Network is 95% virtualized with VMware as the software and Flash and Hybrid Storage Arrays. This includes but not limited to: DNS, DHCP, AD, and IIS.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Perform system administration for the operating systems for which they have responsibility.
  • Administer Windows Network in an enterprise environment along with applicable Linux servers/devices.
  • Track vulnerabilities and perform patching on Linux systems to be in compliance with requirements set forth by DOI/IA.
  • Establish file storage shares/folders with the proper ACL permissions; new and migrated.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Background check

How you'll grow
At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there's always room to learn.
We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.
Benefits
At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits.
Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you.
Chenega MIOS's culture
Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives.
Corporate citizenship
Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities.
Learn more about Chenega's impact on the world.
Chenega MIOS News- https://chenegamios.com/news/
Tips from your Talent Acquisition Team
We want job seekers exploring opportunities at Chenega MIOS to feel prepared and confident. To help you with your research, we suggest you review the following links:
Chenega MIOS web site - www.chenegamios.com
Glassdoor - https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Chenega-MIOS-EI_IE369514.11,23.htm
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/1472684/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chenegamios/
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