Linux System Administrator
Azusa Solutions LLC
Annapolis Junction, MD
Information Technology
- Only applicants with an Active TS/SCI and poly need apply.** Azusa Solutions is seeking a Linux 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.
- Candidate must hold an active Top Secret Clearance with Poly *
- Candidate must be local to the DC, Maryland, or Northern Virginia area. *
The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing enterprise Linux environments and supporting storage, backup, security, and patching systems. This role requires hands-on expertise with IBM Enterprise Storage, Veritas NetBackup, and vulnerability management tools, along with a solid understanding of system hardening and package management.
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 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
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on Linux system administration experience (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
- 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
- Linux Administration
- Storage & Backup Management
- Security & Compliance
- System Monitoring & Performance Tuning
- Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
- Automation & Scripting
Active/current TS/SCI with Poly required
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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About the company
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Azusa Solutions is a boutique woman-owned enterprise offering on-site and cloud-based software solutions. We offer the combination of experience and diversity required for success in the modern world. For over 9 years, Azusa has provided comprehensive technology and enterprise solutions to both the public and private sectors. Our workforce brings over 20 years of experience to the Information Technology and Consulting Services fields.
Our firm stands behind a promise of excellence and loyalty to its commitments. We incorporate fundamental qualities of excellence into our day-to-day activities; these qualities manifest as respect for others, integrity of our actions, high caliber work-product, and a sense of responsibility and ownership in everything that we do.
Our organization is built on a set of core values we breathe and live by:
Accountability
Honesty
Respect
Excellence
Leadership
Our approach of using proven methodologies and smart business practices ensures we consistently deliver results that meet-or-exceed expectations. Our extensive background of providing full-service solutions in the federal sector has resulted in many accolades and testimonials over the years. Our clients understand how integral we are to the success of their projects, and we understand how essential our people are in meeting these goals.