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How much does a Linux System Administrator make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Linux System Administrator in the United States is $51 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $41 and $57. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Linux System Administrator (Part Time)
Encodia, Inc. - San Diego , CA
We are seeking a skilled Linux System Administrator to optimize and maintain our Linux cluster infrastructure, ensuring its reliability, security, and performance. This position will maintain ...
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UNIX / Linux Systems Administrator III
Venture Talent Consulting - Durham , NC
Overview We are currently seeking a UNIX/Linux Systems Administrator III that will be a critical ... Write bash and Ansible scripts to automate system administration and maintenance tasks. * Install ...
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Linux System Administrator
Sienna Systems Corporation - Port Hueneme , CA
Track & report on Linux usage Job Requirements: * 1+ years' Linux/Unix experience in a technical support or System Administrator role (either remote or in person) * Be available for on-site (approx ...
LinkedIn - 18 days ago
Linux System Administrator
EvoTech LLC - Washington , DC
EvoTech, LLC is seeking a Linux System Administrator for a position in the Washington, D.C. area. The candidate must demonstrate an ability to proactively manage systems and mitigate issues before ...
ZipRecruiter - 22 days ago
Linux System Administrator
Pacific Defense - Mukilteo , WA
Pacific Defense is seeking to hire a highly motivated Linux System Administrator with Linux and DevOps experience to provide support to our Enterprise IT Infrastructure and DevOps teams. This ...
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Linux System Administrator
Net2Source Inc. - Los Angeles , CA
Advanced knowledge on Linux system administration * Technical writing to building engineering guides and general how-to articles * Advanced troubleshooting skills, must be an excellent troubleshooter ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago

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Understand the total hourly compensation opportunity for a Linux System Administrator, hourly wage plus other pay elements

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Linux System Administrator in the United States. The average hourly rate for Linux System Administrator ranges from $41 to $57 with the average hourly pay of $51. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $41 to $57 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $51.

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