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PlanIT Group LLC

LINUX Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

Perform the installation, configuration, administration, and maintenance of Red Hat Linux systems according to existing standards in a virtualized environment. * Design and develop complex ...

My3Tech Inc

Linux Engineers

Washington, DC · On-site

Evaluate Linux systems and make recommendations to improve security, scalability, performance and availability. Manage the scalability and efficiency of the big data platform. Respond to platform ...

Sebenza LLC

Linux Engineer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

Linux systems administration experience (Ubuntu, RHEL or CentOS or similar). * In depth understanding of OS, systems security, encryption, and networking stack and interfaces. * Configuration ...

Entarian

Linux System Administrator

College Park, MD

$60K - $65K/yr

Provide Red Hat Linux Enterprise Operations & Maintenance (O&M) support activities * Develop, troubleshoot, and execute Ansible playbooks throughout the enterprise using Ansible Automation ...

PlanIT Group LLC

LINUX Engineer

Arlington, VA

Perform the installation, configuration, administration, and maintenance of Red Hat Linux systems according to existing standards in a virtualized environment. * Design and develop complex ...

Peraton

Linux Systems Administrator

College Park, MD · On-site

Responsibilities Peraton Labs is seeking a poly cleared Linux Systems Administrator to support the infrastructure team for a cleared research and development program in Maryland. This role will ...

Peraton

Linux Systems Administrator

College Park, MD · On-site

Linux Systems Administrator Job Locations US-MD-College Park Requisition ID 2026-166601 Position Category Information Technology Clearance Top Secret/SCI w/Poly Responsibilities Peraton Labs is ...

MAXISIQ, Inc.

Linux AdminTest Engineer

Hanover, MD · On-site

Are you a battle-hardened Linux engineer looking for your next challenge? Ready to continue defending our nation's digital frontlines in the civilian sector? We're seeking a seasoned Linux Admin/Test ...

InstantServe LLC

Linux System Administrator

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$145K/yr

Linux System Administrator Location: Chantilly, VA - Government Site Salary: $145,000/yr. Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% * We are seeking a Linux System Administrator to work with a focused ...

Cymertek

Linux System Administrator

Mclean, VA · On-site

Linux System Administrator We are looking for a dedicated and skilled Linux Systems Administrator to join our team and play a vital role in managing and maintaining our Linux-based infrastructure. In ...

Peraton

Linux Systems Administrator

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Linux Systems Administrator Job Locations US-MD-Silver Spring Requisition ID 2026-164894 Position Category Information Technology Clearance Top Secret/SCI Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Linux ...

Peraton

Linux Systems Administrator

College Park, MD · On-site

$104K - $166K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton Labs is seeking a poly cleared Linux Systems Administrator to support the infrastructure team for a cleared research and development program in Maryland. This role will ...

Peraton

Linux Systems Administrator

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator with an active TS/SAP clearance to join our team supporting mission-critical operations. The ideal candidate will manage, maintain ...

Peraton

Linux Systems Administrator

Silver Spring, MD · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator with an active TS/SAP clearance to join our team supporting mission-critical operations. The ideal candidate will manage, maintain ...

G-Force Solutions

Linux VR/RE Developer

Herndon, VA · On-site

We are seeking a Linux VR/RE Develope r to participate in the design, development, test and maintenance of complex mission application software and database applications. Basic Qualifications: • ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for linux in Bethesda, MD is $59.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53.75 and $63.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Linux job refers to a role that involves working with the Linux operating system, typically in system administration, software development, cybersecurity, or cloud computing. Professionals in these roles manage servers, automate tasks, troubleshoot issues, and ensure system security and performance. Common job titles include Linux System Administrator, DevOps Engineer, and Linux Engineer. These positions require knowledge of command-line tools, scripting, networking, and system configuration.

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To thrive as a Linux System Administrator, you need a strong understanding of Linux operating systems, shell scripting, and network configuration, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Bash, Ansible, Docker, and industry-recognized certifications like CompTIA Linux+ or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) is highly valued. Analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are important soft skills for diagnosing issues and working with team members. These skills ensure efficient system management, security, and seamless infrastructure operations vital to organizational success.

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In the Linux field, high-paying roles such as senior system administrator, DevOps engineer, or cybersecurity specialist can earn $10,000 or more monthly. These positions typically require strong technical skills, certifications like CompTIA Linux+, Cisco, or cloud platform credentials, and extensive experience, but they do not always require a formal degree.
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Linux Systems Engineer

Linux Systems Engineer

Sphinx Solutions Inc

Herndon, VA • On-site

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Job description

TS/SCI clearance with FSPoly mandatory
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
Must have a Bachelors degree and 6+ years of relevant experience.
We are looking for a Senior Linux Systems Engineer with a background utilizing the following:
• Linux experience, including Red Hat and its derivatives (RHEL, RockyOS).
• Experience in shell (BASH) scripting and manipulating the Linux command line.
• Experience providing Linux Administration (O&M) support
• Experience providing Linux Engineering and Infrastructure support
• Experience with configuration management software (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, CloudFormation)
Duties to Include but not limited to:
• Perform systems engineering and software development in multiple large enterprise server environments (e.g., Linux, Red Hat, and Rocky OS)
• Provide technical guidance in software engineering techniques and automated support tools.
• Develop and maintain scripts and tools to automate Linux system administrative tasks
• Ensure Linux systems are configured to meet security and compliance requirements
• Analyze functional business applications and design specifications for functional activities.
• Prepare required documentation (program-level and user-level)
• Assist in establishing standards for information systems procedures.
• Support the customer in the development and maintenance of systems baseline.
• Assess server loads and work with technical leads to develop tuning recommendations.
• Additional duties, as assigned.
O&M duties include:
• Provide operational pager/phone duty support.
• Complete day-to-day Operations & Maintenance tasks
• Perform operating system software updates, upgrades and patches.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
• Experience with the following languages: Python and Bash
• Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS), CloudFormation, Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure
• Experience with cloud computing, including PaaS, IaaS and SaaS
• Experience with CaaS (e.g., Kubernetes and OpenShift)

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