American Systems Corporation - Arlington, VA
posted 4 months ago
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a highly experienced Senior Linux Systems Administrator to provide expert technical support for the software, hardware, wired network infrastructure, and system security of Linux systems in a High-Performance Computing (HPC) Environment. This position requires an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and offers a robust benefits package, including a $10,000 sign-on bonus and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. As a Senior Linux Systems Administrator, you will join a well-established team that values growth and accountability, allowing each employee-owner to have a meaningful stake in the company's future success. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and installing software applications and hardware in a distributed Linux platform. You will provide system administration and configuration of specialized mission applications and software, ensuring the availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability of servers, workstations, and data storage systems such as Lustre and Bright Cluster. Your duties will also include implementing and maintaining backup and disaster recovery plans for all critical mission systems, developing standard operating procedures, and monitoring system performance. You will be expected to respond to unexpected service interruptions, diagnose software and hardware failures, and implement security measures to protect the systems. Additionally, you will test operating system and software upgrades, create and test backups of data, and assist developers with database engagement. This position is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity of the HPC environment and ensuring that all systems are secure and functioning optimally.