, the Linux Foundation's director, was recently quoted saying, "Linux's increasing use across industries is building high demand for Linux jobs despite national unemployment stats. Linux.com reaches millions of Linux professionals from all over the world. By providing a Jobs Board feature on the popular community site, we can bring together employers, recruiters and job seekers to lay the intellectual foundation for tomorrow's IT industry."

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And what types of Linux skills are needed?

Organizations across all industries are looking for people who can step in and solve IT issues quickly and effectively because they've done it before. When looking at potential employees, someone who has recently done a migration will definitely be more appealing than, say, someone who has a Linux training certificate.

However, if you are just beginning your career or are looking to gain experience, formal certifications are helpful and can increase the value proposition for potential employers. Key vendors and offer a series of certifications for IT professionals with a particular focus on their Linux distributions.