Senior Linux System Administrator Salary in the United States

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How much does a Senior Linux System Administrator make in the United States? The average Senior Linux System Administrator salary in the United States is $107,829 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $86,991 and $121,686. Salary ranges 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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Senior Linux System Administrator with Security Clearance
Parsons - ABERDEEN , MD
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next. When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can
- 3 days ago
Senior Linux System Administrator 1 with Security Clearance
L3Harris Technologies - COLORADO SPRINGS , CO
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedicatio
- 4 days ago
Senior Linux System Administrator - 100% on Site with Security Clearance
RTX - AURORA , CO
Date Posted. 2025-03-27. Country. United States of America. Location. CO108: 16201 East Centretech Parkway 16201 East Centretech Parkway Building S78, Aurora, C
- 3 days ago
Senior Linux System Administrator - [$300k/yr] TS/SCI FS-Poly with Security Clearance
SYSTOLIC - ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION , MD
Candidates must already possess an active Top Secret/SCI w. Full Scope to be considered for this position. Apply in 60 seconds at https://apply.systolic.com Sum
- 4 days ago
Linux System Administrator with Security Clearance
Power3 Solutions - ANNAPOLIS JUNCTION , MD
Infinity Advanced Solutions is an SBA certified, Woman-owned, Economically Disadvantaged, Small Business, providing support to federal and private customers wit
- 3 days ago
Linux System Administrator with Security Clearance
Metronome LLC - ALEXANDRIA , VA
Job Description Job Title: Linux Systems Administrator Location: Fort Belvoir, VA Status: Full-time Clearance Level: Secret Education: Must hold DoD 8570 IAT Le
- 3 days ago

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107870
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Senior Linux System Administrator in the United States. The base salary for Senior Linux System Administrator ranges from $86,991 to $121,686 with the average base salary of $107,829. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $87,322 to $122,294 with the average total cash compensation of $107,870.

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