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WaveStrong, Inc.

Remote BigID SME

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$63 - $86/hr

Requirements We're looking for a BigID SME Consultant to lead end-to-end deployments, upgrades, and ... Strong knowledge of APIs, Linux, scripting (Python/Shell), and cloud platforms * Hands-on ...

WaveStrong, Inc.

Remote BigID SME

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$60 - $81.75/hr

Requirements We're looking for a BigID SME Consultant to lead end-to-end deployments, upgrades, and ... Strong knowledge of APIs, Linux, scripting (Python/Shell), and cloud platforms * Hands-on ...

WaveStrong, Inc.

Remote BigID SME

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$63 - $86/hr

Requirements We're looking for a BigID SME Consultant to lead end-to-end deployments, upgrades, and ... Strong knowledge of APIs, Linux, scripting (Python/Shell), and cloud platforms * Hands-on ...

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How much do remote linux consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote linux consultant in the United States is $50.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.25 and $69.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Linux Consultant vs Remote System Administrator?

AspectRemote Linux ConsultantRemote System Administrator
CertificationsLinux certifications (e.g., RHCE, CompTIA Linux+)Linux certifications often preferred; also ITIL, CompTIA A+
Work EnvironmentProject-based, consulting firms, freelanceIn-house or remote, ongoing system management
ResponsibilitiesDesign, optimize, troubleshoot Linux systemsMaintain, monitor, support existing systems
Industry UsageIT consulting, tech companies, freelancingEnterprises, managed service providers

While both roles require Linux knowledge and certifications, Remote Linux Consultants focus on project-based system design and optimization, whereas Remote System Administrators handle ongoing system maintenance and support. The choice depends on whether you prefer consulting or operational roles within organizations.

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Infographic showing various Remote Linux Consultant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 87% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,999 per year, or $50.5 per hour.
Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) Consultant - remote

Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) Consultant - remote

System One

Arlington, WI • Remote

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Splunk Enterprise Security (ES) Consultant - remote Remote – offsite Responsibilities
  • Develop custom detection content: correlation searches, notable events, alerts, reports, and visualizations to surface threat activity
  • Build and maintain Splunk Apps and Technology Add-ons (TAs)
  • Onboard new data sources and normalize them to the Common Information Model (CIM)
  • Optimize data flow and ingestion using aggregation, filtering, and pipeline tuning
  • Configure notable event actions, action menus, and Adaptive Responses
  • Tune detections to cut noise and surface what matters, including risk-based alerting where applicable
  • Build dashboards that highlight anomalies, trends, and security and operational metrics
  • Support and optimize large distributed clustered Splunk environments (search heads, indexers, forwarders, deployment servers)
  • Partner with the client's security and SOC teams, debug complex integration and configuration issues
  • Document processes, procedures, and key engineering decisions
Requirements
  • Several years of hands-on Splunk experience, with real ES implementation, content development, and tuning
  • Strong SPL and regular expressions
  • Scripting in Python, Perl, or Bash
  • Solid grasp of CIM and data onboarding and normalization at scale
  • Experience supporting clustered Splunk environments in SOC or NOC settings
  • SIEM data modeling experience on a platform at scale
  • Proficiency in Linux, including editing and maintaining Splunk config files and apps
  • Comfortable working consultatively with client teams and explaining the why behind the work
  • Splunk certifications (Core Certified Consultant, ES Certified Admin, Architect) are a plus but not required
  • Demonstrated ES delivery experience carries more weight than paper
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #LI-KA1 #M1

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