Cleared Solaris & Linux System Administrator

System AdministratorAzusa 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 environmentManage and support IBM Enterprise Storage solutions, ensuring high availability and performanceConfigure, monitor, and troubleshoot Veritas NetBackup for enterprise backup and recovery operationsPerform system patching and package management using YUM repositoriesExecute and remediate vulnerability scans using Nessus, ensuring compliance with security standardsSupport and maintain STE/STIN processes and environments (as applicable to organizational standards)Implement and maintain system security configurations, including NSF frameworks/policiesMonitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive improvementsCollaborate with cross-functional teams for infrastructure upgrades, audits, and incident responseMaintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and compliance requirementsRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)Active CompTIA Security+ certification3+ years of hands-on Solaris System Administration experience3+ years of hands-on System Administration experience (OLVM, RHEL, CentOS, or similar)Experience with IBM Enterprise Storage systemsStrong knowledge of Veritas NetBackup (NetBackup Administration)Experience with Nessus vulnerability scanning and remediation workflowsProficiency with YUM package management and patching strategiesFamiliarity with STE/STIN processes and NSF-related security frameworksSolid understanding of Linux security, system hardening, and compliance practicesStrong troubleshooting and scripting skills (Bash, Python, or similar)Preferred Qualifications:Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or equivalent certificationExperience in enterprise environments with high availability and disaster recovery requirementsFamiliarity with automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, or similar)Exposure to cloud or hybrid infrastructure environmentsClearance: Active/current TS/SCI with Poly requiredBenefit Information Our firm offers a professional and respectful work environment, exciting opportunities for professional growth, and comprehensive benefits, including:Generous paid time offHealth, vision, and dental benefitsLong term/short term disabilityLife insurance401(k) plan with match available immediatelyEmployee referral incentiveRemote or Hybrid telework arrangements are available for some positionsAbout 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 Ask about our Monetary Referral Incentive!