Linux System Administrator Jobs

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Join ARL/Penn State as a Linux system administrator and work with our team of scientists and engineers to develop and advance our nation’s defense capabilities. At ARL/Penn State, you will have the opportunity to work with top researchers in their fields to execute their state of the art software, with end-goals of transitioning and fielding systems for the U.S. Department of Defense. This is a junior level position with very strong growth opportunities in the area of Linux-based High-Performance Computing (HPC).

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

In this role, you will:

• Perform routine system auditing and reporting
• Work with end-users and HPC system administrators to identify and resolve computing issues
• Participate in the procurement, assembly, and deployment of new computer hardware
• Assist in the installation and upgrades of system firmware and software
• Work with HPC system administrators to develop and deploy various scripts to monitor system health and assess system usage

Education and Experience:

Typically requires an Associate’s degree or higher; 2+ years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required skills include:

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment
• Exposure to Linux operating systems in a large-scale environment
• A desire to perform system diagnostics and solve problems

Preferred skills include:

• Active secret security clearance
• Minimum of two years experience with Linux system administration/support
• Experience with HPC systems
• Bachelor's degree in a science discipline
• Experience with RHEL operating system

We offer:

• An opportunity for significant career growth in the area of HPC system administration
• Extensive social benefits
• Work-life balance and support for career development
• Diverse and dynamic work environment

Your working location fully on-site, located in State College, PA.

ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.

You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL and CIMP-3D, visit www.arl.psu.edu

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