Senior Linux System Administrator

Zachary Piper Solutions is looking for a Senior Linux System Administrator to join DoD consulting company. This position is onsite in San Diego, CA.

Essential Duties of the Sr Linux System Administrator:

• Install, configure, and support an organization''s local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system.
• Monitor network to ensure network availability to all system users and may perform necessary maintenance to support network availability.
• May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software.
• May administer network security measures.

Qualifications of the Sr Linux System Administrator:

• Bachelors degree and 4 years of experience, Associates degree and 6 years of experience, or 8 years of experience without a degree
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret or Top Secret clearance.
• Strong Linux experience.
• Security+ Certification required.

Compensation for the Sr Linux System Administrator:

• $100,000 - $130,000 (based on experience)
• Comprehensive benefit package; Cigna Medical, Cigna Dental, Vision, 401k w/ ADP, PTO, Sick Leave as required by law, paid holidays

This job opens for applications on 6/5/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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