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Senior Systems Administrator/Linux SME-TS/SCI (CI-Poly Eligible)

TS/SCI w/ CI PolyReston, VA· Onsite· full-time· Estimated $62k – $185k est?

Experience required

  • Bachelor's: 10+ years

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 10+ years of experience in Linux system administration, with strong expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments supporting enterprise and high-performance computing (HPC) systems.

  • Hands-on experience with automation and scripting using Bash and Expect, as well as the ability to install, configure, and maintain software in RHEL/SE Linux environments.

  • Proficiency in troubleshooting and debugging Linux kernel-level issues using tools such as crash and system tap, along with experience managing patching, repositories, and custom kernel builds using Satellite.

  • Familiarity with automation frameworks such as Ansible and experience with identity management systems including LDAP and token-based authentication are required.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field (or equivalent experience)

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to support operational environments while interacting effectively with users, technical teams, and government stakeholders.

  • Preferred qualifications include experience supporting High Performance Computing (HPC) environments and familiarity with high-speed interconnect technologies such as InfiniBand or Omni-Path, including fabric monitoring and subnet management.

  • Experience with distributed file systems such as Lustre and NFS, as well as knowledge of RDMA communications, is highly desirable.

  • Proficiency in additional scripting or programming languages such as Python, Perl, or Korn shell is a plus, along with experience using version control systems such as Git, SVN, or CVS.

  • Familiarity with SE Linux configuration and policy management, as well as experience working within secure or classified environments, will further distinguish candidates.

  • Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a focus on automation and performance optimization in large-scale systems

  • TS/SCI + CI Poly