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Todyl

Detection & Response Analyst II

Denver, CO · On-site

Additionally, this role is for either our evening (4PM - 2AM EST) or overnight (12AM - 10AM) shifts ... of Linux and macOS environments. Ability to investigate host-level artifacts and perform command ...

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Todyl

Detection & Response Analyst II

Augusta, ME · On-site

Additionally, this role is for either our evening (4PM - 2AM EST) or overnight (12AM - 10AM) shifts ... of Linux and macOS environments. Ability to investigate host-level artifacts and perform command ...

MEMX

DevOps Engineer (International Remote Hire)

$54 - $74/hr

This role will be covering the US overnight shift of 11:00 pm to 8:00am ET * This shift begins each ... Linux servers in production environments * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with ...

GDR Defense

Expert Database Architect

Albany, NY · On-site

$63.25 - $81.50/hr

... Hat Linux, Cognos Analytics, IBM DataStage, and IBM Cloud Pak for Data/Knowledge Catalog. Responsibilities * Review overnight alerts and monitoring dashboards for any critical issues across all ...

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How much do overnight linux analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight linux analyst in the United States is $85,812.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Linux Analyst vs Night Shift Linux Administrator?

AspectOvernight Linux AnalystNight Shift Linux Administrator
CertificationsLinux+, LPIC-1, CompTIA Server+Linux+, LPIC-1, CompTIA Server+
Work EnvironmentData centers, IT support teams, 24/7 operationsData centers, IT support teams, 24/7 operations
Primary ResponsibilitiesMonitoring, analyzing, and troubleshooting Linux systems during overnight shiftsMaintaining, configuring, and ensuring uptime of Linux servers during night hours
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, hosting providers, enterprise ITTech companies, hosting providers, enterprise IT

Both roles involve working overnight shifts in Linux environments, requiring similar certifications and work settings. The main difference lies in focus: the Overnight Linux Analyst emphasizes monitoring and analysis, while the Night Shift Linux Administrator concentrates on system maintenance and configuration during night hours.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Linux Analyst job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,812 per year, or $41.3 per hour.

Overnight Command Center Senior Engineer - Systems

Business Centric Technology

Plano, TX • On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

BCT is in search of an Overnight Command Center Senior Engineer to help build a team of high-performing IT professionals supporting mission-critical infrastructure across global operations. The Senior Engineer will play a key role in maintaining system availability, optimizing performance, and leading complex troubleshooting within a fast-paced, 24/7 environment. This is an opportunity to shape a new Command Center from the ground up, working alongside top-tier peers and leadership.

COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE

  • Base Salary: $125K–$150K + 15% Bonus
  • Shift: 12-hour day shifts (approx. 7a–7p / 7p–7a), 2-2-3 rotation with alternating weekends

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Implement, monitor, and maintain IT infrastructure (servers, networks, storage, and data centers)
  • Provide advanced technical support and root cause analysis for system and network issues
  • Oversee infrastructure security, redundancy, and disaster recovery initiatives
  • Lead incident response and mentor Command Center team members
  • Collaborate with leadership and vendors on infrastructure projects and upgrades

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (preferred).
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain any certification or license, as required by law or policy.
  • 9+ years demonstrated experience in IT Infrastructure engineering, preferably within a Command Center environment.
  • Experience with analysis and resolution of complex problems for server hardware, application and software integration, and deployment techniques in a multi-location environment.
  • Strong expertise in Windows Server (2016, 2019, 2022), DHCP, DNS, and file-sharing technologies.
  • Experience with Active Directory and associated technologies (Group Policy, DNS, LDAP, Kerberos).
  • Deep expertise with Linux distributions (Red Hat/CentOS preferred).
  • Supporting technologies including LDAP, Identity Management, Authentication, Load Balancing, Patch Management, and Security tools. Familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware ESXi, vCenter, Hyper-V, etc.).
  • Hardware knowledge: Servers: Dell/HP/IBM Networking: Cisco/Juniper/F5/Aruba/CheckPoint Storage: NAS/SAN familiarity.
  • In-depth knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF) and technologies (e.g., VLANs, VPNs, QoS).
  • Cloud service platform knowledge/familiarity – AWS/Azure.
  • Hands-on experience with SAN, NAS, and cloud storage technologies.
  • Microsoft 365 administration.
  • Proficient in one or more scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Perl, Python, etc.)
  • Experience with various monitoring packages (e.g., Zabbix, Nagios, etc.)
  • Advanced technical, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong knowledge of industry standards and vendor technologies.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., MCSE, RHCE, CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP) are highly desirable.

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