Solaris & Linux System Administrator

Azusa Solutions LLC; Annapolis (MD); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, vision, and dental benefits

Long term/short term disability

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Remote or Hybrid telework arrangements

Job summary

Azusa Solutions is seeking a System Administrator to join our team of talented consultants. This role focuses on managing Solaris and Linux environments, IBM Enterprise Storage, and enterprise backup with Veritas NetBackup.

You will implement system hardening, patching strategies, and vulnerability remediation using Nessus while supporting STE/STIN processes and security frameworks. You will also monitor performance, participate in infrastructure upgrades, and maintain comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification.
• 3+ years of hands-on Solaris System Administration experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on 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).
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or equivalent certification (Preferred).
• Experience in enterprise environments with high availability and disaster recovery requirements.
• Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, or similar).
• Exposure to cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize Solaris and Linux systems in a production environment
• Manage and support IBM Enterprise Storage solutions, ensuring high availability and performance
• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Veritas 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

Linux

IBM Storage

Veritas NetBackup

Nessus

YUM

Security frameworks

Bash scripting

Python

Vulnerability management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

OLVM

RHEL/CentOS

Veritas NetBackup

Job description

**Only applicants with an Active TS/SCI and poly need apply.**

Azusa Solutions is seeking a System Administrator to join our team of talented consultants. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company comprised of highly qualified, highly impactful, and multi-talented individuals.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing enterprise Solaris and Linux environments and supporting storage, backup, security, and patching systems. This role requires hands-on expertise with Solaris Operating System, IBM Enterprise Storage, Veritas NetBackup, and vulnerability management tools, along with a solid understanding of system hardening and package management.

*Candidate must be local to the DC, Maryland, or Northern Virginia area. *

Responsibilities:

- Administer, maintain, and optimize Solaris and Linux systems in a production environment

- Manage and support IBM Enterprise Storage solutions, ensuring high availability and performance

- Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Veritas 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

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

- Active CompTIA Security+ certification

- 3+ years of hands-on Solaris System Administration experience

- 3+ years of hands-on 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)

Preferred Qualifications:

- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or equivalent certification

- Experience in enterprise environments with high availability and disaster recovery requirements

- Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, or similar)

- Exposure to cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments

### Clearance:
Active/current TS/SCI with Poly required

Benefit Information

Our firm offers a professional and respectful work environment, exciting opportunities for professional growth, and comprehensive benefits, including:

- Generous paid time off

- Health, vision, and dental benefits

- Long term/short term disability

- Life insurance

- 401(k) plan with match available immediately

- Employee referral incentive

- Remote or Hybrid telework arrangements are available for some positions

### About Azusa
Azusa Solutions (Azusa) helps clients solve their toughest challenges in the area Enterprise Application Development and Maintenance. Azusa is an equal opportunity employer. Find out more about Azusa at www.AzusaSolutions.com.

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