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Systems Administrator
What 192 fast-growing companies ask for — updated October 2026
Across 353 active Systems Administrator postings, Communication is the most-requested skill — in 49% of listings, ahead of Troubleshooting and Scripting. 192 companies are hiring right now, led by SpaceX. 17% of Systems Administrator roles now call for AI skills, and 10% are remote.
353active postings
17%ask for AI skills
10%remote
192companies hiring
Most-demanded skills
| Skill | % of postings | |
|---|---|---|
| Communication | 49% | |
| Troubleshooting | 35% | |
| Scripting | 27% | |
| Linux | 25% | |
| Attention to Detail | 22% | |
| Problem Solving | 22% | |
| Python | 22% | |
| Compliance | 21% | |
| Computer Science | 21% | |
| Collaboration | 20% | |
| Networking | 18% | |
| PowerShell | 18% |
Top employers hiring now
| Company | Open roles |
|---|---|
| SpaceX | 18 |
| Anduril Industries | 12 |
| Shield AI | 9 |
| LS3P | 8 |
| DoiT | 8 |
| Voyager Technologies, Inc. | 7 |