Senior Solaris & Linux Systems Engineer (TS/SCI)

NewGen Technologies; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NewGen Technologies is seeking a Linux System Administrator to join our IT infrastructure team in a security‑focused enterprise environment. The role emphasizes Solaris and Linux administration, storage, backup, patching, and hardening to meet NSF standards and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in Solaris and Linux administration, hands-on experience with IBM storage and Veritas NetBackup, Nessus scanning, and scripting. TS/SCI clearance is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Solaris System Administration experience.
• 3+ years of Linux System Administration experience (OLVM, RHEL, CentOS, or similar).
• Experience with IBM Enterprise Storage systems.
• Strong knowledge of Veritas NetBackup (NetBackup Administration).
• Experience with Nessus vulnerability scanning and remediation workflows.
• Proficiency with YUM package management and patching strategies.
• Familiarity with STE/STIN processes and NSF-related security frameworks.
• Solid understanding of Linux security, system hardening, and compliance practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and scripting skills (Bash, Python, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize Linux-based systems in a production environment.
• Manage and support IBM Enterprise Storage solutions, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot NetBackup for enterprise backup and recovery operations.
• Perform system patching and package management using YUM repositories.
• Execute and remediate vulnerability scans using Nessus, ensuring compliance with security standards.
• Support and maintain STE/STIN processes and environments (as applicable to organizational standards).
• Implement and maintain system security configurations, including NSF frameworks/policies.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for infrastructure upgrades, audits, and incident response.
• Maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Solaris Admin

Linux Admin

IBM Storage

Veritas NetBackup

Nessus Scanning

YUM Patching

Security Hardening

Scripting

Incident Response

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or equivalent

Tools

Nessus

IBM Storage

YUM

Job description

NewGen Technologies is seeking a Linux System Administrator to join our IT infrastructure team in a security‑focused enterprise environment. The role emphasizes Solaris and Linux administration, storage, backup, patching, and hardening to meet NSF standards and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in Solaris and Linux administration, hands-on experience with IBM storage and Veritas NetBackup, Nessus scanning, and scripting. TS/SCI clearance is required.