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Senior Security Systems Engineer

Tential Solutions
Annapolis, MD Contractor
POSTED ON 9/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/8/2026
Primary Responsibilities

  • The Linux Administrator is responsible for the sustainment and maintenance of our core servers Linux within a Bare Metal infrastructure to appropriate standards
  • and best practices in a fast-paced work environment
  • Their responsibilities will include administering system-level procedures; patch management; service layer application; deployment creation; redundancy
  • management, and certificate management
  • Work with developers to build containerization that promotes automated, continuous integration and accelerates delivery of new products and services
  • Install upgrades, configure, test, and support system software
  • Some on-site duties include racking devices, cabling, and deploying new systems in multiple data centers. Able to lift 40lbs.
  • Perform configurations and adjustments to enhance system performance.
  • Perform automated and manual backup and restorative processes
  • Ensure the necessary security procedures are implemented and enforced across their work

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 3 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and 2 years relevant experience or in absence of a degree, 7 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with the Linux CLI, debugging tools, and network stack
  • Working knowledge of core networking, subnetting, firewalls, and routing
  • Proficient in configuration, troubleshooting, installation, operation, maintenance, and system administration of Multiple Linux distros such as RHEL and Ubuntu
  • Ability to create shell programs and utility scripts
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve system hardware, software, and connectivity issues
  • Ability to work independently in an international, cross-functional team environment, including occasional off-hours tasks and meetings
  • Ability to multi-task, prioritizes workload, and successfully handle competing deadlines
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Ability to support hybrid (Primarily on site) schedule at Annapolis Office

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Experience with IBM MQ
  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Containerization
  • Experience with storage appliances (TrueNAS, FreeNas) with a focus on NAS and ISCSI protocols
  • Ability to support a 24×7 rotating on-call schedule will be required in this position
  • Occasional travel, as needed, less than 20 days a year.
  • Experience working with Configuration Management Systems (git in particular)
  • Experience Solaris and ZFS

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