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IPSecure, Inc.

UNIX Engineer III

San Antonio, TX

$80K - $100K/hr

UNIX Engineer III - TS/SCI Clearance Required - JBSA Lackland - San Antonio, TX The UNIX Engineer III serves as the senior UNIX/Linux infrastructure engineer responsible for the design ...

IPSecure, Inc.

UNIX Engineer III

TX · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

UNIX Engineer III - TS/SCI Clearance Required - JBSA Lackland - San Antonio, TX The UNIX Engineer III serves as the senior UNIX/Linux infrastructure engineer responsible for the design ...

Sonsoft Inc

UNIX Developer)

Plano, TX

At least 4 years of experience in Unix & Autosys Skills * At least 3 years of experience in Development/ Configuration/solutions evaluation/ Validation and deployment * Analytical and Communication ...

Sarian Solutions

Unix Expert

Plano, TX · On-site

Job Title: Sr. Unix Expert Location: Plano, TX Job Type: Full-Time Required Skills/Experience ... Experience troubleshooting, analysis, research and resolution using advanced query, programming ...

Prophecy Technologies

Unix System Programmer

Austin, TX · On-site

Strong experience in Unix/Linux System Programming. * Proficiency in Shell Scripting (KSH/Bash) and scripting languages such as Python or Perl. * Good understanding of Unix internals, process/thread ...

Tech Tammina

Unix Admin

Plano, TX

Relevant IT software experience (Technical-Developer) using Unix, Linux, Shell Scripting, Perl Technologies Minimum 3 years of development experience using Perl, Shell-Korn, Bash, Linux, AIX Quick ...

Tech Tammina

Unix Admin

Plano, TX · On-site

Relevant IT software experience (Technical-Developer) using Unix, Linux, Shell Scripting, Perl Technologies • Minimum 3 years of development experience using Perl, Shell-Korn, Bash, Linux, AIX • ...

Tata Consultancy Service Limited

Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Configuring Unix systems to meet specific requirements and standards. Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving issues with Unix systems and applications. Scripting: Automating repetitive tasks ...

K&K Global Talent Solutions Inc.

AIX Unix Admin

Irving, TX · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

AIX Unix Admin Location: Irving, TX (Onsite) Job Type: Full Time/Permanent Experience: 10+ years ... Provide Level 3 technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, support technical reviews, and drive ...

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Esolvit Inc

Programmer/Developer(Java)

Austin, TX

Duration: 7+ Months Required: 5 years of experience in IT and the application development life cycle 5 years of experience in Unix programming development 5 years of experience in WebSphere ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for unix programmer in Texas is $36.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.94 and $47.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Unix Programmer vs Linux Developer?

AspectUnix ProgrammerLinux Developer
CredentialsTypically requires programming skills, familiarity with Unix systems, sometimes certifications like UNIX System AdministrationRequires Linux-specific knowledge, programming skills, certifications like Linux Professional Institute (LPI)
Work EnvironmentWorks on Unix-based systems, often in enterprise or legacy environmentsWorks on Linux systems, common in open-source projects and modern server environments
Industry UsageUsed in industries relying on legacy Unix systems, finance, telecommunicationsPopular in tech startups, cloud computing, and open-source communities

Unix Programmers and Linux Developers share many skills, such as programming and system administration. However, Unix Programmers focus on Unix systems, often in legacy or enterprise settings, while Linux Developers work primarily with Linux, which is more prevalent in modern, open-source, and cloud environments.

Unix Programmer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Unix Programmer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 13% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,614 per year, or $36.8 per hour.

UNIX Engineer III

IPSecure, Inc.

San Antonio, TX

$80K - $100K/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

UNIX Engineer III – TS/SCI Clearance Required – JBSA Lackland - San Antonio, TX
Job Description
The UNIX Engineer III serves as the senior UNIX/Linux infrastructure engineer responsible for the design, implementation, administration, sustainment, and modernization of enterprise UNIX and Linux environments supporting the Department of the Air Force's Defensive Cyberspace Operations Weapon Systems. The position ensures secure, resilient, and highly available enterprise infrastructure supporting 24x7 cyber operations while maintaining compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements, RMF, and DISA STIGs.
Job Responsibilities
  • Design, implement, configure, and maintain enterprise UNIX and Linux server environments.
  • Engineer highly available Linux platforms supporting mission-critical applications.
  • Perform operating system deployments, upgrades, migrations, and technology refresh initiatives.
  • Integrate UNIX/Linux systems with virtualization, storage, backup, and cloud environments.
  • Administer enterprise Linux and UNIX operating systems across multiple security enclaves.
  • Manage authentication, file systems, storage, and system resources.
  • Monitor system health, capacity, and performance.
  • Support enterprise backup and disaster recovery.
  • Implement DISA STIG-compliant UNIX/Linux configurations.
  • Support RMF, A amp;A, vulnerability remediation, POA amp;M activities, and audit readiness
  • Provide Tier III engineering support.
  • Develop automation using Bash, Python, and Ansible.
  • Support Infrastructure-as-Code, Checklist-as-Code, and modernization initiatives.
Basic Qualifications
Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field. Additional experience may substitute for education.
Certification: CASP+, CCNP Security, CCSP, GCIA, GCED, GCIH, or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) (or equivalent enterprise UNIX/Linux certification).
Experience:
  • Minimum of 8 years of enterprise UNIX/Linux engineering experience.
  • Experience supporting DoD, Federal, or large enterprise environments.
  • Experience with RHEL, Oracle Linux, Bash, Python, Ansible, LVM, NFS, LDAP, SSH, VMware integration, backup/recovery, and performance tuning.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience engineering and sustaining UNIX/Linux infrastructure supporting Department of the Air Force DCO weapon systems, DAFIN-SOC environments, or comparable 24x7 mission operations.
  • Advanced expertise with RHEL and Oracle Linux, including high-availability architectures, VMware integration, LVM, NFS, LDAP, SSH, enterprise backup and recovery, and performance optimization.
  • Demonstrated experience automating infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and security compliance using Ansible, Bash, Python, Infrastructure-as-Code, and Checklist-as-Code methodologies.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Unlimited Vacation, Sick Leave, Paid Federal Holidays, Education and Certification Reimbursement Program, 401(k) retirement plan with safe harbor employer match after 3 months, Prepaid Legal Plan and Identity Protection Plan available, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance available.
EEOC Statement
IPSecure does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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