NASA Computer Systems Engineer
Job ID: 2414690
Location:
GREENBELT, MD, US
Date Posted:
2024-11-14
Category:
Information Technology
Subcategory:
Sys Administrator
Schedule:
Full-time
Shift:
Day Job
Travel:
No
Minimum Clearance Required:
None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Public Trust
Potential for Remote Work:
No
Description
SAIC is seeking a Computer Systems Engineer to support the Ocean Biology Processing Group at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC).
The Ocean Biology Processing Group ( at GSFC is a world leader in satellite-based remote sensing of the ocean. The OBPG operations include a 24x7 satellite data ingestion, processing and distribution facility with over 10PB of capacity as well as support for data analysis and software development environments. This position will support the operations, upgrading and maintenance of the OBPG computing systems.
Job Description:
Configure and maintain the reliable operation of computer and network servers
Install and upgrade computer components and software
Manage virtual servers, and integrate automation processes
Perform preventive maintenance on the operating systems as well as repair to system/environment problems
Monitor and troubleshoot hardware and software errors
Maintain and update OS and application software and firmware in both server and end-user environments
Evaluate, test and recommend procedural, hardware and software solutions to address project needs
Comply with NASA IT security, configuration and patching policies
Monitor cloud security scans for vulnerabilities.
Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years related experience
Desired Education:
Bachelor's degree in related technical discipline
Required skills:
Minimum of 5 years of Linux/Unix systems engineering/administration experience
Support of Linux server and workstation configurations (Red Hat and Ubuntu preferred)
Good interpersonal skills for end-user support, the ability to work independently to resolve system issues and good documentation skills
Must pass a NASA background check for System Administrators
Desired skills:
Experience working in the NASA computing environment
Experience with the Amazon Web Services computing environment
Experience with Bigfix, SentinelOne, Splunk, Qualys, or Snyk applications
Linux cloud computing/container software and administration (Docker / Kubernetes)
Automation of administration and compliance with tools such as Ansible
Clearance:
Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
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Dice Id:
10111346
Position Id:
2414690