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Amicis Global

Unix/Linux L3 Administrator

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$70 - $80/hr

Unix/Linux L3 Administrator Duration: 12+ months Potential to Convert Location: Alpharetta, GA ... Providing SRE Support to the Firm's Critical Infrastructure (Oxygen Systems) in a Follow-The-Sun ...

Watershed Security

Unix/Linux Administrator

Dahlgren, VA · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Watershed is looking for a hands-on Unix/Linux Systems Administrator to support NSWCDD. onsite in Dahlgren, VA. Key Responsibilities Three (3) years of professional experience in UNIX and/or Linux ...

Watershed Security

Unix/Linux Administrator

Dahlgren, VA · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Watershed is looking for a hands-on Unix/Linux Systems Administrator to support NSWCDD.; onsite in Dahlgren, VA. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Key Responsibilities Three (3) years of professional ...

Infojini Inc

Unix/Linux Systems Administrator

Eagan, MN · On-site

... support them Senior in Linux OS Administration. Ability to troubleshoot problems from the Application tier, through the OS and Network tiers. Unix Shell Scripting Perl Scripting Must be able to ...

USM

JB061880 - Unix/Linux Admin

Quincy, MA · On-site

Skills Unix or Linux, AWS, .. Visa Types Green Card, US Citiz.. Job Title: Unix/Linux Admin with ... Support application teams during remediation, testing, and production deployments. * Participate in ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for unix linux tier support help desk in the United States is $23.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Unix/Linux Tier Support Help Desk professional provides technical support and troubleshooting for users experiencing issues with Unix or Linux operating systems. They handle service requests, resolve system and application problems, assist with user account management, and escalate more complex issues to higher-level support teams. Their role is crucial for maintaining system uptime and ensuring smooth operations for organizations using Unix/Linux environments.

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To thrive as a Unix/Linux Tier Support Help Desk professional, you need a solid understanding of Unix/Linux operating systems, troubleshooting skills, and often a relevant degree or certifications such as CompTIA Linux+ or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA). Familiarity with command-line tools, ticketing systems like ServiceNow, and remote management utilities is typically required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving abilities, and patience are crucial soft skills for assisting users and resolving technical issues efficiently. These competencies ensure rapid issue resolution, high user satisfaction, and reliable system uptime in IT environments.

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Unix/Linux Tier Support Help Desk professionals often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting complex system issues under time pressure, managing multiple tickets simultaneously, and communicating technical solutions to users with varying levels of expertise. Staying organized, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining clear documentation are key strategies for managing these challenges. Additionally, collaborating with other IT teams and continuously updating technical knowledge can help resolve issues more efficiently and improve the overall support experience.

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Unix/Linux L3 Administrator

Alpharetta, GA • On-site

Amicis Global
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$70 - $80/hr

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Title: Unix/Linux L3 Administrator
Duration: 12+ months Potential to Convert
Location: Alpharetta, GA 30005
Hours may vary based on project: Shift timings would be from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM by 2 members on a weekly rotation, i.e., the morning shift would start at 7:00 AM, and the afternoon shift starts at 12:00 Noon
Job Description:
This role is for a Unix L3 specialist to the Unix Critinfra Support Team with the following responsibilities:
• Providing SRE Support to the Firm's Critical Infrastructure (Oxygen Systems) in a Follow-The-Sun model
• Provide rotational On-call support, weekend project work
• Proactive health & hygiene tasks to maintain operational stability and compliance for risk & control programs to ensure the production environment is not put at risk.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to test and certify new hardware & software products.
• Engage with clients to understand business demand, needs & support during outage scenarios.
• Onboard new UNIX assets for growth or large programs such as new datacenter build-outs.
Skills Required:
• 6+ years of Unix/Linux Administration Enterprise Level Experience in a large, distributed environment.
• Experience of Project Management, Incident & Change Management, and Reporting
• In-depth knowledge of Linux (Red Hat) with good knowledge in Solaris.
• Detailed knowledge of TCP/IP and associated technologies (NFS, NIS, DNS, DHCP)
• Detailed knowledge of Unix system monitoring and reporting
• Detailed knowledge of Server Firmware upgrade
• Detailed knowledge of NTP/Time Keeper, Time synchronization technologies
• In-depth knowledge in vulnerability assessment and server patching.
• Programming level knowledge of Shell, Perl/Python.
• Ability to troubleshoot, resolve complex problems, with a fix-it-once-for-everywhere mentality and automation mentality.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as the ability to work well in a global-team environment.
• The individual should have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and high-pressure situations for outage handling, management, or resolution
Skills / Certifications Desired:
• Knowledge of Infoblox DDI solution
• Certification in RedHat Enterprise Linux
• Knowledge of Veritas Cluster Server or similar high availability product
• Knowledge in ansible, OpenShift, Kubernetes
• Veritas Volume Manager
• Prior experience working in the financial services industry.