Linux SysAdmin: Storage, Security & HA

Elenchus Technologies; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Elenchus Technologies seeks a skilled Linux System Administrator to join the IT infrastructure team. You will manage enterprise Linux environments, storage, backup, and security, including IBM Enterprise Storage, Veritas NetBackup, and Nessus-based vulnerability remediation.

The role requires hands-on Linux administration (RHEL/CentOS), patching strategies, and strong scripting skills, with attention to system hardening and NSF frameworks. Suitable for a security‑minded professional.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent).
• 3+ years of hands-on Linux system administration experience (RHEL/CentOS).
• Experience with IBM Enterprise Storage systems and Veritas NetBackup.
• Experience with Nessus vulnerability scanning and remediation workflows.
• Scripting skills in Bash or Python; strong patching and package management with YUM.
• Knowledge of Linux security, hardening, and compliance practices.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize Linux-based systems in production.
• Manage and support IBM Enterprise Storage for high availability and performance.
• Configure and troubleshoot Veritas NetBackup for backup/recovery operations.
• Perform system patching and package management using YUM.
• Remediate vulnerability findings from Nessus and enforce security standards.
• Maintain STE/STIN processes and NSF-related security configurations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for upgrades, audits, and incidents.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Linux Administration

Storage & Backup Management

Security & Compliance

Scripting (Bash, Python)

Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis

Automation & Orchestration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or equivalent

Tools

IBM Enterprise Storage

Veritas NetBackup

Nessus

YUM

NSF/STE/STIN security frameworks

Job description

Elenchus Technologies seeks a skilled Linux System Administrator to join the IT infrastructure team. You will manage enterprise Linux environments, storage, backup, and security, including IBM Enterprise Storage, Veritas NetBackup, and Nessus-based vulnerability remediation.

The role requires hands-on Linux administration (RHEL/CentOS), patching strategies, and strong scripting skills, with attention to system hardening and NSF frameworks. Suitable for a security‑minded professional.