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Vaco by Highspring

Sr Linux Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Senior Linux Infrastructure EngineerPosition Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Linux ... Perform root-cause analysis and implement long-term solutions. * Support enterprise virtualization ...

Vaco LLC

Sr Linux Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Linux ... Perform root-cause analysis and implement long-term solutions. Support enterprise virtualization ...

Summa

Sr. Cybersecurity Analyst

Katy, TX · On-site

$91K - $118K/yr

Title: Sr. Cyber Security Analyst Location: Katy, TX- 100% onsite Duration: Direct Hire Work ... Experience working with multiple operating systems (Windows, Linux, Mac, iSeries) * Experience ...

Summa

Sr. Cybersecurity Analyst

Katy, TX

$110K - $115K/yr

Title: Sr. Cyber Security Analyst Location: Katy, TX- 100% onsite Duration: Direct Hire Work ... Experience working with multiple operating systems (Windows, Linux, Mac, iSeries) * Experience ...

ECOM

Sr. Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$103K - $140K/yr

ECOM is looking for a Sr. Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to drive the technical vision of cloud ... analysis on systems ranging from compute, storage, Exchange/O365, Active Directory, Windows/Linux ...

Conch Technologies Inc

SR. System Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

$82K - $111K/yr

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Windows/Linux administration, VMware ... Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills. * Experience managing vendors and ...

ECOM

Sr. Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$103K - $140K/yr

The Sr. Cloud Infrastructure Engineer will work with IT management to drive the technical vision ... analysis on systems ranging from compute, storage, Exchange/O365, Active Directory, Windows/Linux ...

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How much do senior linux analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior linux analyst in Houston, TX is $104,900.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,400.00 and $130,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Linux Analyst vs Linux System Administrator?

AspectSenior Linux AnalystLinux System Administrator
CertificationsLinux+, LPIC-2, RHCSA/RHCELinux+, LPIC-1/2, RHCSA/RHCE
Work EnvironmentAnalyzing system performance, troubleshooting, security analysisManaging, configuring, maintaining Linux servers
Employer & IndustryIT firms, finance, healthcare, governmentData centers, enterprise IT, hosting providers
Search & ComparisonOften compared for technical expertise and analysis rolesMore focused on system management and deployment

The main difference is that a Senior Linux Analyst primarily focuses on analyzing, troubleshooting, and optimizing Linux systems, often requiring strong analytical skills and certifications. In contrast, a Linux System Administrator handles the day-to-day management, configuration, and maintenance of Linux servers. Both roles require similar certifications and work in overlapping environments, but their core responsibilities differ in focus and scope.

Senior Linux Analyst jobs near you
Infographic showing various Senior Linux Analyst job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $104,900 per year, or $50.4 per hour.

Sr Linux Engineer

Vaco by Highspring

Houston, TX • On-site

Other

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Senior Linux Infrastructure EngineerPosition Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer to support a large enterprise infrastructure environment spanning Linux, virtualization, enterprise storage, and cloud infrastructure.

The ideal candidate is a strong hands-on Linux engineer who can go beyond basic administration to troubleshoot complex system issues, understand what is happening at the process and service level, identify root causes, and implement solutions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Linux environments.
  • Troubleshoot complex Linux issues involving services, processes, daemons, performance, operating systems, and underlying infrastructure.
  • Perform root-cause analysis and implement long-term solutions.
  • Support enterprise virtualization environments across multiple technologies.
  • Manage and troubleshoot enterprise storage environments, including SAN and NAS.
  • Support cloud infrastructure and manage resources within an Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) environment.
  • Support hybrid infrastructure spanning on-premise and cloud environments.
  • Participate in infrastructure modernization, migration, optimization, and operational projects.
  • Monitor system health, capacity, availability, and performance.
  • Partner with networking, cloud, server, application, and other IT teams to resolve complex infrastructure issues.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation and infrastructure standards.
Required Skills
  • 4+ years of hands-on Linux systems administration/engineering experience.
  • Strong enterprise Linux experience.
  • Strong Linux troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
  • Understanding of Linux services, processes, daemons, networking, storage, performance, and system administration.
  • Enterprise virtualization experience across multiple virtualization platforms.
  • Hands-on enterprise storage experience.
  • Strong understanding of SAN and NAS technologies.
  • Experience managing infrastructure resources within a major public cloud environment.
  • Understanding of IaaS, including virtual machines, compute, storage, networking, and monitoring.
  • Experience supporting enterprise or hybrid infrastructure environments.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience with multiple enterprise Linux distributions.
  • Experience with major public cloud platforms.
  • Infrastructure migration or data center consolidation experience.
  • Automation/scripting experience with Bash, PowerShell, Python, Ansible, or similar tools.
  • Experience working within a large enterprise environment.
Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is more than a traditional Linux administrator. We're looking for someone who can look at a complex infrastructure problem, understand what the system is doing, determine why it's happening, and develop the appropriate solution.

This individual should be strongest in Linux while also having solid experience across virtualization, enterprise storage, SAN/NAS, and cloud infrastructure.

By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions.

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