Linux HPC Cluster Systems Administrator with Security Clearance

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Job description

About Peraton Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Responsibilities Peraton is hiring a Linux High Performance Computing Cluster Systems Administrator. This position is a full-time position on-site in West Bethesda, MD directly supporting Naval Surface Warfare Center engineers and scientists in submarine acoustic signatures research using high performance computing platforms. The Linux High Performance Computing Cluster System Administrator position includes the following responsibilities: Maintains smooth operation and high availability of multi-user Linux workstation and cluster computer systems, including coordination with network engineers and cybersecurity administrators. Monitors and manages system resources, including CPU usage, disk usage, network infrastructure, and response times to maintain operating efficiency. Performs systems security administration functions, including patching operating systems and software, updating cybersecurity virus definition files, and creating user profiles and accounts. Other duties may include setting up administrator accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system wide software and allocating mass storage space. Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products. Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software, coordinates installation and provides backup recovery. Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.
Utilize tools such as WareWulf and SLURM for cluster and workload management.Occasional travel Qualifications Education and Experience: High School and a minimum of 3 years hands-on experience administering UNIX/Linux servers, workstations, and associated peripherals (particularly Red Hat Enterprise Linux). U.S. citizenship required to obtain DoD Secret security clearance. Must hold one of the following certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+ , GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, or SSCP. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency with maintaining performance, availability, and security of Linux cluster computing environments including system builds and configuration, file and account management, software installation, automation/scripting, patching, and security management.Desired qualifications: College degree in Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related Information Technology field. Candidate should be able to provide examples of ability to interact and communicate across organizational staffing levels and clearly present and convey technical information through both oral and written means. Ability to administer or manage virtual environments (particularly VMware) and/or AWS environments is a plus.
Target Salary Range $80,000 - $128,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range EEO An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Veteran. Our Values Benefits At Peraton, our benefits are designed to help keep you at your best beyond the work you do with us daily. We're fully committed to the growth of our employees. From fully comprehensive medical plans to tuition reimbursement, tuition assistance, and fertility treatment, we are there to support you all the way. Paid Time-Off and Holidays
Retirement
Life & Disability Insurance
Career Development
Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Financing
Paid Parental Leave
Additional Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Care

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