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AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Linux Systems Administrator Tier I - TOP SECRET Clearance w/SCI Eligibility

AMERICAN SYSTEMS, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215


Job Title / LevelLinux Systems Administrator Tier I - TOP SECRET Clearance w/SCI EligibilityClearance Required?Top Secret/SCILocation:Dallas, TX 75201 US (Primary)% Travel0 - 10%Job DescriptionAre you an experienced

Linux Systems Administrator

with strong customer service skills and a knack for problem-solving? Do you work well with a team and have a desire to excel in a

Linux-based High-Performance Computing (HPC)

environment? If so, AMERICAN SYSTEMS wants you to join our talented team in

Dallas, TX .

As a

Tier I Linux Systems Administrator , you will:

Provide initial technical support for customer-facing software, hardware, wired network infrastructure, and system security of a Linux High Performance Computing (HPC) environment.

Join a well-established team that gives you the opportunity to grow.

Receive a robust benefits package that includes

Employee Stock Ownership Plan!

Be a part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the future success and growth of the company.

A week in the life of a

Tier I Linux Systems Administrator , you will:

Perform general Systems Administrator functions supporting all HPC users with courteous responses to their HPC system operations and maintenance activities issues.

Support Senior Systems Administrators (SA) in optimizing the functionality and performance of hardware and software components.

Ensure availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability of servers, workstations, and data storage systems (Lustre, Bright Cluster).

Support other System Administrators (SA) in creating, administering, and managing Linux user accounts.

Triage Tier 1 Service desk tickets and produce service ticket reports and performance metrics.

Support Linux SA and Engineering team in installation and testing of HPC system components, including setup and configuration of:

hardware and software

computing and data storage servers

networking equipment

computing peripherals

Provide responsive backup management, security issues, set up and configuration of Linux servers and software.

Perform timely hardware replacement not covered by third-party vendor maintenance agreements.

Assist Network personnel in configuration of networking equipment, ensuring network security, and managing firewalls.

Implement necessary measures to comply with all Program security requirements.

Adhere to all IT policies, processes, and procedures.

Manage changing priorities.

Job Requirements

Active

TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility

Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline (e.g., CS, Engineering, Information Technology, etc.) and

5+ years of experience

Current

IAT II Certification

(e.g., Security+ CE)

Familiarity with Kubernetes, containerized technology, Ansible, and PostgreSQL

Familiarity with high performance computing (HPC) environments, including:

Lustre in distributed computing environments

Bright Cluster Management toolset

Securing and hardening Linux systems to meet RMF controls.

VMware vSphere 6 and up

Scripting (BASH, Python, or Perl)

Experience with CUDA, Google TensorFlow, or similar toolsets.

Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Machine learning (ML) or artificial intelligence (AI) exposure

Who We Are:

Founded in 1975,

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs, and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:

Forbes National Best Midsize Companies

Energage National Best Workplaces, National

Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards:

U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion

BEST FOR VETS by Military Times

TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY EMPLOYER by MilitaryFriendly.com

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $135,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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