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# Linux Administrator

- **Company:** Robert Half
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Bash Shell, Client Server Models, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Performance Tuning, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Server Administration, Shell Script, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Software Troubleshooting, Information Technology, Server Operating Systems & Platforms
- **Published:** September 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/E34DCF7B03784831B7545FBEE79F8791/job/

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience administering Linux-based enterprise environments.
 * Strong experience with Linux systems administration, security management, user account administration, and shell scripting.
 * Experience developing automation solutions using scripting languages such as Shell, Perl, Python, or similar technologies.
 * Knowledge of server, storage, virtualization, networking, and client-server architectures.
 * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
 * Experience supporting system installations, upgrades, maintenance, and performance tuning.
 * Ability to independently research technical issues and implement effective solutions.
 * Strong communication, customer service, and collaboration skills.
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
 * Must be authorized to work in the United States.
 * Ability to work onsite periodically and participate in scheduled on-call support rotations.
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## Description

Robert Half is actively partnering with an Austin-based client to identify a Linux Administrator (contract). In this role, you will be responsible for administering Linux-based systems, supporting storage and virtualization technologies, automating system processes, and ensuring platform reliability, performance, and security. This role is onsite in Austin, Tx., * Install, configure, maintain, and support enterprise Linux server environments.

 * Manage system performance, reliability, security controls, and platform availability.
 * Support infrastructure technologies including storage systems, virtualization platforms, and related services.
 * Develop and maintain automation solutions for system administration, monitoring, maintenance, and backup processes.
 * Perform system upgrades, patching, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis across production environments.
 * Monitor operating systems, hardware, networking, and I/O performance to ensure optimal system operation.
 * Research, recommend, and implement infrastructure improvements and system enhancements.
 * Collaborate with technical teams to resolve complex infrastructure issues and support business initiatives.
 * Participate in an on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as needed.


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