We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented
Linux System Administrator
to join our IT infrastructure team. 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.
Key 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
Required Qualifications:
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)
Top Secret Clearance with LS Poly
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
Key Skills:
Linux Administration
Storage & Backup Management
Security & Compliance
System Monitoring & Performance Tuning
Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
Automation & Scripting
Qualifications:
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CDIT, headquartered in Slidell, LA, has provided technical services for both commercial and Federal customers for over 20 years. We deliver high-value services with our Agile integrated approach, consisting of Lean-Agile frameworks, process maturity, best practices combined with information security and quality management standards.
This integrated approach is paired with the principles of accountability, collaboration, and delivery established our core CDIT execution model. This model allows us to successfully deliver and perform on small to large-scale programs remotely and on-site.