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Linux/Systems Administrator

TEKsystems
TEKsystems Salary
Denver, CO Contractor
POSTED ON 12/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/23/2026
Contract-to-Hire | Data Center & Infrastructure Expansion

Are you a Linux aficionado ready to take ownership of a growing infrastructure in a high-impact role? Join a fast-scaling data center company on a mission to double in size over the next five years—and then double again. This is your chance to be the go-to Linux expert in a collaborative, forward-thinking IT environment.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead Linux Operations: Own the administration, configuration, and security of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 9) and other Linux systems (Ubuntu, legacy CentOS).
  • Automate Everything: Drive automation initiatives using Python, PowerShell, and tools like Ansible to streamline patching, hardening, and deployment.
  • Cross-Team Collaboration: Partner with VMware, EMC, and Pure Storage teams to ensure seamless Linux integration across platforms.
  • Innovate with Data: Contribute to exciting projects like Grok Stream, leveraging Red Hat for advanced data parsing and analytics.
  • Modernize Infrastructure: Upgrade legacy systems and implement best practices for scalability and security.


What You Bring

  • Deep expertise in Red Hat Linux administration
  • Strong scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or similar automation tools
  • Experience with security hardening and automated patching
  • Bonus: Familiarity with Ansible, Ubuntu, and CentOS migrations


Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Growth Opportunity: This is a net-new role with high visibility and the chance to become a cornerstone of the IT team.
  • Flexible Work: Hybrid setup—2 days/week onsite in Denver, with remote flexibility after onboarding.
  • Impact-Driven Culture: Your expertise will directly influence the company’s ability to scale and innovate.


We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • 401(k)/Roth
  • Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)


Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)


Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Denver,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2025.

h4>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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