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Advanced Technology and Research Corporation Linux System Administrator in Bethesda, Maryland
Salary Range: $80,000-$120,000 USD per year
Advanced Technology & Research Corporation (www.atrcorp.com) is seeking to fill the following full-time permanent position. Based in Maryland and incorporated in 1973, ATR is an equal-opportunity engineering company with a solid reputation in various engineering disciplines for the government and Fortune 500 commercial customers.
Salary for the position is competitive according to qualifications. ATR offers an attractive comprehensive benefits package, including Medical/Dental insurances, free basic life/ADD, and long-term and short-term disability insurances, 401(k) plan, educational assistance program, and paid time off.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful applicant will join ATR's Engineering Services Division, working as a team member at our government client site involved in provision and managing High Performance Computing (HPC) cluster of Linux server for Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, West Bethesda. Duties include, but not limited to:
Install and configure Linux operating systems, firmware, software, and network on HPC clusters
Perform server hardware maintenance and upgrades
Troubleshoot and resolve HPC cluster issues working closely with on-site network administrators.
Coordinate with vendors to resolve hardware and software problems
Monitor the health of the Linux servers through both automated and manual processes
Provide clear and detailed feedback to stakeholders on gaps and improvement areas, specifically in the areas of simplification, stability, and operational efficiency
Document system administration procedures for routine and complex tasks
Stay up-to-date on the latest HPC technologies and best practices and work with stakeholders
Provide reliable and efficient backups/restores for all managed systems
Provide 24-hour, 7-day on-call support and off-hours maintenance windows
Maintain documentation for procedures, configurations, and programs.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering
Advanced degree in a related area preferred
2+ years of experience working with Linux operating systems preferred.
SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS:
Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems
Strong knowledge of HPC cluster
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve HPC cluster
Ability to work with both hardware and software
Knowledge of Linux scripting language
Strong leadership and organizational skill
Able to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Candidate must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance or favorable adjudication of a national security background investigation. Current successful background investigation completion is a plus.
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