23 Linux system administrator jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Linux System Administrator Jobs in 2026

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To become a Linux system administrator, you should have a high school diploma or GED certificate. Though some jobs require a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, many system administrator jobs only require an associate’s degree, significant work experience, or a Linux certification. In a training program, you study the basics of system administration, security, and hardware to gain the skills and qualifications you need to perform your duties in this career successfully. To become a certified Linux system administrator, you must take preparation courses and complete the requirements outlined by Red Hat, or another reputable certification agency.

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Top Types Of Linux System Administrator Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Linux System Administrator positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Linux Hpc System Administrator

    Salary range: $85,500 - $130,000

    Linux Hpc System Administrator is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Linux Hpc System Administrator jobs pay between $85,500 (25th percentile) and $130,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Linux Hpc System Administrator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Linux System Engineer

    Salary range: $95,000 - $120,000

    As a Linux system engineer, your job duties include designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and monitoring programs created through the Linux system. You handle performance issues, ensure that the company has the proper network infrastructure, and develop new programs and tools for the company. You collaborate with team members to build applications that help others get the most out of the available infrastructure. A Linux system engineer also installs applications and uses software tools and IP network technologies to resolve issues and monitor program performance.

  • Weekend Linux System Administrator

    Salary range: $85,500 - $130,000

    Weekend Linux System Administrator is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Weekend Linux System Administrator jobs pay between $85,500 (25th percentile) and $130,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Weekend Linux System Administrator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Linux System Programmer

    Salary range: $75,000 - $129,500

    Linux System Programmer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Linux System Programmer jobs pay between $75,000 (25th percentile) and $129,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Linux System Programmer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Ndbc

    Salary range: $31,500 - $64,000

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  • Hpc Administrator

    Salary range: $56,000 - $81,500

    Hpc Administrator is a typical job search query Most salaries for Hpc Administrator jobs pay between $56,000 (25th percentile) and $81,500 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Hpc Administrator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Redhat Satellite

    Salary range: $22,000 - $156,000

    Redhat Satellite is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Redhat Satellite jobs pay between $22,000 (25th percentile) and $156,000 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Redhat Satellite job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Rhcsa Salary

    Salary range: $100,000 - $150,000

    Rhcsa Salary is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Rhcsa Salary jobs pay between $100,000 (25th percentile) and $150,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Rhcsa Salary job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Full Time Rhcsa

    Salary range: $100,000 - $150,000

    Full Time Rhcsa is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Full Time Rhcsa jobs pay between $100,000 (25th percentile) and $150,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Full Time Rhcsa job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Sr Linux System Engineer

    Salary range: $118,000 - $138,000

    Sr Linux System Engineer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Sr Linux System Engineer jobs pay between $118,000 (25th percentile) and $138,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Sr Linux System Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.