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Azad, Inc

System Administrator 3 - 6/23/26

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$55 - $68/hr

Join AZAD Technology Partners as a System Administrator an d support the facility's Study Automation Team within the Transmission Operations Development Group. This Study Automation Group, is ...

Stefanini

Systems Administrator

Hillsboro, OR

Windows 2012 Server+, Linux (SLES and/or RHEL), and VMWare ESX Operating System experience including all aspects of setup, config, and network troubleshooting * Proven experience building and ...

On

D365 Administrator

Portland, OR · On-site

Job Summary : On is seeking an enthusiastic ERP Systems Administrator to join their D365 Operations team. The role involves providing support for core business systems, primarily focusing on ...

PLEXSYS

CASE-V Systems Administrator

Camas, WA

Provide system hardware and software troubleshooting and reach back support to on-site personnel ... Experience with Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Linux operating systems and Microsoft Office

PLEXSYS

CASE-V Systems Administrator

Camas, WA · On-site

$87K - $141K/yr

Provide system hardware and software troubleshooting and reach back support to on-site personnel ... Experience with Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Linux operating systems and Microsoft Office

Oracle

Principal Systems Engineer

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

Administer Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), including: * Virtual Machines * Bare Metal Compute ... Develop Linux shell scripting solutions. Monitoring & Operations * Maintain enterprise monitoring ...

Internet Brands

Five9 Administrator

Portland, OR

Five9 Administrator Internet Brands is seeking an experienced Five9 Administrator to manage and ... Monitor system performance (network traffic, capacity, security) and recommend optimizations.

Tecology

Be Seen First

Cloud Infrastructure Administrator

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$95K - $114K/yr

We're hiring a Cloud Infrastructure Administrator to support and enhance our Azure and Microsoft ... Maintain system documentation, operational procedures, and configuration standards * Support ...

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How much do linux system administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for linux system administrator in Portland, OR is $55.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.61 and $66.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Linux system administrator?

To thrive as a Linux System Administrator, you need a strong understanding of Linux operating systems, system troubleshooting, and networking, often supported by a degree in computer science or related certifications like CompTIA Linux+ or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA). Familiarity with command-line interfaces, shell scripting, system monitoring tools, and configuration management systems like Ansible or Puppet is essential. Problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are standout soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities ensure reliable system performance, quick resolution of technical issues, and smooth collaboration within IT teams.

What are some common challenges faced by Linux system administrators when managing large-scale server environments?

Linux System Administrators often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent configurations across numerous servers, ensuring security compliance, and minimizing downtime during updates or maintenance. Managing automation tools, such as Ansible or Puppet, and monitoring system performance are also critical aspects. Effective communication and collaboration with development and network teams are essential to quickly resolve issues and implement new technologies smoothly.

What is the difference between Linux System Administrator vs Network Administrator?

AspectLinux System AdministratorNetwork Administrator
CertificationsLinux+, LPIC, RHCSACompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA
Work EnvironmentServers, data centers, cloud platformsNetworking hardware, routers, switches
ResponsibilitiesManaging Linux servers, scripting, securityConfiguring networks, troubleshooting connectivity
Industry UsageIT, hosting, cloud servicesTelecommunications, enterprise networks

While both roles involve IT infrastructure, a Linux System Administrator focuses on managing Linux servers and related software, whereas a Network Administrator specializes in maintaining and troubleshooting network hardware and connectivity. Both roles require specific certifications and are vital in ensuring smooth IT operations within organizations.

What is a Linux system administrator?

A Linux system administrator— or sysadmin—is an information technology professional who oversees the lifespan of Linux software installed on a server, computer, or other pieces of hardware, including network devices. As a Linux sysadmin, your responsibilities include software installation, day-to-day maintenance of applications, and an overall understanding of Linux operating systems. As part of the daily maintenance team, your job is to monitor system health and ensure that security patches are up-to-date, so that network systems perform well for business users.

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Infographic showing various Linux System Administrator job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 96% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,618 per year, or $55.1 per hour.

System Administrator 3 - 6/23/26

AZAD Technology Partners

Vancouver, WA • Hybrid

$55 - $68/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Join AZAD Technology Partners as a System Administrator and support the facility's Study Automation Team within the Transmission Operations Development Group. This Study Automation Group, is involved in the creation of business process automation and documentation by interpreting design specifications, assisting in technical design, coding software, following test and deployment procedures, complying with project documentation requirements, and working on a development team using a mix of development methodologies, including Agile, as a process automation software developer.. The ideal candidate would keep abreast of industry developments regarding appropriate network system infrastructure technology and sustain a high-level of attention to detail in preventing accidental system outages or problems.

This is a 2 year plus consultant position with high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. This position is hybrid based in Vancouver, WA with onsite 1 - 2 days per week. The hourly pay rate for this position is between $55.00 and $68.00 depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as composition of selected compensation package.

The ideal candidate must possess the minimum qualifications:

A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Systems, Engineering or a directly related field is preferred.
8 years of experience is required with an applicable bachelor's or associate degree.
10 years of experience is required without an applicable bachelor's or associate degree or no degree.
Applicable Certifications may count for 1 year of experience.
Experience should include demonstrated software programming work experience in Computer Science/Information Technology and transforming data for automation efforts.
7 years of the following experience:
Developing with .NET framework, C#, ReactJS, and SQL
.NET programming within an experienced development team
Object Oriented design principles
Database Access (i.e. Entity Framework, NHibernate, ADO.NET)
.NET Remoting, COM, and DCOM
Microsoft Visual Studio IDE
Experience with T-SQL development to write complex queries involving multiple tables. Experience in Extracting, Transforming and Loading (ETL) data from Excel, flat files, BCP utility, DTS, SSIS, and SSRS services
Microsoft Office Suite applications, specifically PowerPoint, Access, and Project
Valid U.S. Driver's License or RealID is required.

Preferred Skills:

Utility industry experience
Knowledge of and proficient skill in applying the following:
Designing and/or maintaining high availability systems having 24x7 support
Version Control Systems
Proven experience collaborating with software developers, testers and users throughout the System Life Cycle (SLC)
Ability to create and maintain clearly written technical, user, and system documentation
Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work related issues and problems, with understanding of impact on current and future programs and processes.
Provide a sustainable IT infrastructure by supplying cross training and functional documentation.
Demonstrated ability to quickly become familiar with existing systems and codebases
Experience using or automating PowerWorld Simulator or other electric power system simulation software (such as GE PSLF and V&R ROSE) is preferred
Microsoft PowerShell
Web services and socket-based protocols (i.e. XPATH, XML Schemas, XSLT, WCF, SOAP)
Web application development using MVC
Windows application development using WPF
Version Control Systems (i.e. TFS, Subversion, Git, Mercurial)
Current experience practicing test-driven development using test automation frameworks/tools (i.e. NUnit, MSTest, Moq, Rhino Mock, TypeMock, Pester)
Exposure to other programming languages (i.e. C++, Java)
Windows Cluster Server administration
Must produce code that coworkers can maintain and must be agreeable to peer reviews
Ability to take over support of code written by other developers
Excel at solving problems by debugging, troubleshooting
Designing and implementing solutions to complex technical issues.
Governmental processes and (electric) utility experience


AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.

Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Consulting Services to Fortune 500 and innovative firms since 1992.
AZAD's model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.
Our collaborative approach to support our clients, projects and supporting our employees' career paths are the keys to our success. Join AZAD's professional team and enhance your career by being engaged with some of the most interesting projects in the Pacific Northwest.
If you enjoy working in such an environment, we encourage you to apply.
EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, Paid Sick Leave, 401K Plan, Credit Union Membership, and Referral Bonus.
U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement.

AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences.
Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve.
AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work.
AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans.
AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.