Linux System Administrator

CDIT

  • Annapolis Junction, Maryland
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    This role will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, performance, and security of Linux-based infrastructure, with a focus on IBM Enterprise Storage, Veritas NetBackup, vulnerability management, system patching, and security compliance. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on Linux administration experience with the ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, optimize system performance, and support highly available environments.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationAnnapolis Junction, Maryland
    Websitewww.cditsolutions.com

    Description

    CDIT is a technology solutions company supporting government and national security customers with secure, mission-focused IT solutions. We partner with highly skilled technical professionals to support complex environments where reliability, security, and operational excellence are critical. Our team values technical expertise, collaboration, and a commitment to supporting the missions of our customers.

    CDIT is seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to support a secure, mission-critical enterprise environment. This role will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, performance, and security of Linux-based infrastructure, with a focus on IBM Enterprise Storage, Veritas NetBackup, vulnerability management, system patching, and security compliance. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on Linux administration experience with the ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, optimize system performance, and support highly available environments.

    Responsibilities

    • Administer, maintain, and optimize Linux-based systems in a production environment.
    • Manage and support IBM Enterprise Storage solutions, ensuring 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 applicable security standards.
    • Support and maintain STE/STIN processes and environments.
    • Implement and maintain system security configurations, including applicable NSF frameworks and policies.
    • Perform routine system health checks and optimize performance, availability, access controls, and security.
    • Support system optimization, performance tuning, and capacity planning.
    • Proactively identify and troubleshoot potential system issues, risks, and operational roadblocks.
    • Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and technical teams on system upgrades, audits, incident response, and operational requirements.
    • ​Maintain system configurations, procedures, and compliance documentation.


    Requirements

    Required Skills & Qualifications

    • 3+ years of hands-on Linux System Administration experience with RHEL, CentOS, or similar.
    • Experience with IBM Enterprise Storage systems.
    • Strong knowledge of Veritas NetBackup administration.
    • Experience with Nessus vulnerability scanning and remediation.
    • Proficiency with YUM package management and system patching.
    • Familiarity with STE/STIN processes and NSF-related security frameworks.
    • Strong understanding of Linux security, system hardening, and compliance.
    • Strong troubleshooting and scripting skills using Bash, Python, or similar.
    • Active Top Secret clearance with Lifestyle Polygraph (LS Poly).
    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

    Preferred Skills & Qualifications

    • Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or equivalent Linux certification.
    • Experience supporting enterprise environments with high availability and disaster recovery requirements.
    • Experience with automation tools such as Ansible or Puppet.
    • Exposure to cloud or hybrid infrastructure environments.
    • Experience with system performance tuning and capacity planning.
    • Experience supporting secure or classified enterprise environments.


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