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WheelHouse IT

Support Technician - Remote

$18 - $20/hr

You will troubleshoot and resolve a variety of technical issues while working closely with senior technicians and engineers when escalation is required. Responsibilities * Provide remote support for ...

CGI Inc.

Remote Support Technician, Journeyman

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$43K - $54K/yr

Remote Support Technician, Journeyman Category: Service Desk / End User Services Main location: United States, Virginia, Arlington Position ID:J0925-0626 Employment Type: Full Time Position ...

ManTech International

Remote Support Technician

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$21.75 - $29.75/hr

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career-oriented, and customer-focused Remote Support Technician to join our team in McLean, VA . In this role, you will work collaboratively in a 24/7 operational team to ...

ManTech International

Remote Support Technician

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$21.75 - $29.75/hr

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career-oriented, and customer-focused Remote Support Technician to join our team in McLean, VA . In this role, you will work collaboratively in a 24/7 operational team to ...

CW IT SUPPORT INC

Tier 1 Support Technician

Wilmington, NC · On-site +1

$35K - $40K/yr

Work primarily in a remote support role servicing clients in Eastern NC and surrounding areas ... technician for more advanced troubleshooting. Requirements: * Excellent Customer Service Skills ...

eXp World Holdings, Inc.

IT Support Technician - (REMOTE)

$22 - $30.25/hr

... the IT Support Technician. How you will make an impact: * Utilize remote monitoring and management software to efficiently troubleshoot and maintain software and hardware deployed throughout the ...

Rockwell Automation

$50K - $76K/yr

Basic familiarity with Linux (Ubuntu). * Working knowledge of networking concepts, including ... Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation. #LI-Remote #LI-DM1 ...

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How much do remote linux support technician jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote linux support technician in the United States is $40,199.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $38,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Linux Support Technician vs Remote System Administrator?

AspectRemote Linux Support TechnicianRemote System Administrator
CertificationsLinux+, LPIC-1, CompTIA A+Linux+, LPIC-1, RHCSA, CompTIA Server+
Work EnvironmentHelpdesk, technical support, troubleshootingServer management, network configuration, system maintenance
Employer & IndustryIT support companies, tech firms, MSPsLarge enterprises, hosting providers, cloud services
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on troubleshooting Linux issues remotelyFocus on managing and maintaining Linux servers remotely

The main difference between a Remote Linux Support Technician and a Remote System Administrator lies in their scope of work. Support technicians primarily troubleshoot and resolve Linux-related issues, while system administrators handle broader responsibilities like server configuration, maintenance, and network management. Both roles require similar Linux certifications and often work in remote environments for tech companies or IT service providers.

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Infographic showing various Remote Linux Support Technician job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Part Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,199 per year, or $19.3 per hour.
Linux Support Analyst, Need MSP Experience, 3rd Shift - Work From Home

Linux Support Analyst, Need MSP Experience, 3rd Shift - Work From Home

Next Step Systems

Des Plaines, IL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Linux Support Analyst, Need MSP Experience, 3rd Shift - Work From Home
For this Linux Support Analyst position, Managed Services Provider and Linux experience is required.
We need someone that is willing to work 1 weekend day (not necessarily both). Also, someone that understands that support is 24/7. This is a 100% Remote opportunity.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical support for customers via phone, ticket system or messenger.
- Provide support in a wide range of advanced Linux and AWS server management issues.
- Use critical thinking skills to identify and resolve technical problems.
- Maintain effective communication with internal and external channels.
- Provide short-term resolutions and develop preventative measures for the longer term.
- Monitor server alerts for any performance issues and address them appropriately.
- Help create internal documentation as well as customer facing knowledge base.
- Assist in onboarding, training and mentoring new team members.
- Keep up to date with relevant technologies.
Qualifications:
- 1+ years of experience in customer service/technical support via phone or ticketing system.
- Experience as System Administrator, or End User of a Linux Operating System. OS: Ubuntu, CentOS, CloudLinux; Fundamentals: DNS, Networking, IP routing; Database: MySQL; Control Panel: cPanel, AWS.
- Managed Services Provider (MSP) experience is required.
- Experience with troubleshooting in multi-user environments.
- Hands-on experience working with AWS (EC2, CloudWatch, AutoScaling, etc.).
- General understanding of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, Routing, E-Mail).
- Demonstration of independent thinking and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to multitask, adapt to changes quickly, and to prioritize work.
- Excellent communication, availability and interpersonal skills.
- Strong troubleshooting skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Open to 24/7 support environment.
- Availability to possibly working weekends.
Benefits include medical insurance, retirement plan, PTO, etc. Salary: 80K+ DOE. Keywords: Des Plaines IL Jobs, Linux Support Analyst, Linux, Ubuntu, CentOS, CloudLinux, DNS, Networking, IP Routing, MySQL, cPanel, AWS, EC2, CloudWatch, TCP/IP, Email, Systems Administrator, Remote, Work From Home, Illinois Recruiters, IT Jobs, Illinois Recruiting
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