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HireRight

Senior Linux Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site

Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Red Hat Linux Engineer to design, support, and ... Perform root-cause analysis and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications * 7+ years ...

Ignite IT

Senior Linux Administrator

Suitland, MD

Ignite IT is seeking a very experienced, senior-level Red Hat Linux Admin/Engineer to join and ... Perform kernel-level tuning (sysctl), I/O optimization, and network performance analysis.

Argo Cyber Systems

Senior Linux Administrator

Arlington, VA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Senior Linux Administrator Location: Arlington, VA (On-Site) Citizenship: US only Clearance: Active ... Applying advanced analytical skills and technical resources at the tactical levels and implement ...

Ignite IT

Senior Linux Administrator

Suitland, MD · On-site

Ignite IT is seeking a very experienced, senior-level Red Hat Linux Admin/Engineer to join and ... Perform kernel-level tuning (sysctl), I/O optimization, and network performance analysis.

HireRight

Senior Linux Engineer

Nashville, TN · Hybrid

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Red Hat Linux Engineer to design, support, and optimize ... Perform root-cause analysis and drive continuous improvement initiatives. * 7+ years of hands-on ...

Argo Cyber Systems

Senior Linux Administrator

Arlington, VA · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Senior Linux Administrator Location: Arlington, VA (On-Site) Citizenship: US only Clearance: Active ... Applying advanced analytical skills and technical resources at the tactical levels and implement ...

ValidaTek, Inc.

Senior Linux Administrator

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

... Senior Linux Administrator to support the Cybersecurity Systems Support (CSS) contract with the ... Perform system monitoring, log analysis, and advanced troubleshooting for complex hardware, OS, and ...

ValidaTek, Inc.

Senior Linux Administrator

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

... Senior Linux Administrator to support the Cybersecurity Systems Support (CSS) contract with the ... Perform system monitoring, log analysis, and advanced troubleshooting for complex hardware, OS, and ...

Leidos

Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Senior Linux Systems Administrator in our Intelligence Sector's, Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) . Our talented team is at the forefront in ...

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How much do senior linux analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior linux analyst in the United States is $109,846.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,500.00 and $137,000.00 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.

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Sr. Linux System Engineer

Sr. Linux System Engineer

Request Technology, LLC

Woodridge, IL • On-site

Other

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

***5 Days Onsite***

***We are unable to sponsor as this is a permanent full-time role***

A prestigious company is looking for a Sr. Linux System Engineer. This is with a trading company, and this engineer needs previous industry experience in trading. The role is focused on Linux system administration, networking, scripting, etc.

Responsibilities

  • Administer the firm s Linux server fleet, including provisioning, patching, package management and storage
  • Perform performance tuning, capacity planning, log analysis, and root-cause analysis on Linux hosts
  • Administer NFS storage on Linux: export configuration, client mounts, permissions, quotas, performance tuning, and troubleshooting
  • Administer the firm s Microsoft 365 tenant, including Entra ID (Azure AD), Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive
  • Configure and maintain Intune / endpoint management policies for Windows devices
  • Maintain mail flow, anti-spam, anti-phishing, retention, and data-loss-prevention policies
  • Administer the firm s network infrastructure: switches, routers, firewalls, VPN, VLANs, and wireless
  • Manage core network services including DNS, DHCP, NTP, and certificate infrastructure
  • Monitor network performance, troubleshoot connectivity and latency issues, and coordinate with carriers, ISPs, and market-data vendors as needed
  • Implement and maintain network segmentation, ACLs, and firewall rules aligned with the firm s security policy
  • Own the end-to-end identity lifecycle: onboarding, offboarding, role changes, and periodic access reviews across Linux, Windows, and M365
  • Manage SSO, MFA, password policies, and privileged-access controls
  • Administer access to internal applications, file shares, mailing lists, and shared mailboxes
  • Run monitoring, alerting, and on-call/incident response for infrastructure and end-user systems
  • Manage workstation and laptop imaging, deployment, and full hardware lifecycle
  • Maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and disaster-recovery procedures

Qualifications

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field
  • 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, infrastructure engineering, site reliability engineering, or technical operations
  • Deep expertise administering Linux environments across multiple distributions
  • Strong experience with scripting and automation using Python, Bash, or similar languages
  • Experience within proprietary trading, hedge funds, market making, fintech, or other low-latency environments
  • Strong understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, multicast, routing, switching, and performance troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with configuration management and orchestration tools such as Ansible, Kubernetes, Docker, or similar platforms
  • Experience with monitoring and observability platforms such as Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, Icinga, InfluxDB, or similar tools
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to operate independently under pressure

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