Experienced System Administrator

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Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) is looking for a professional with an interest in scientific computing and a passion for customer service to join our User Support unit within the Scientific Computing Support & Technology (SCST) subdivision of Reactor Technology. Our User Support unit is a diverse and experienced team who supports two main customer bases. The High Performance Computing (HPC) team within User Support predominantly administers the scheduling system within the NNL HPCs and supports HPC users in collaboration with the Information Technology Department. The team also supports administration and support activities for other off-premises / cloud-based environments used by NNL staff.

The HPC team's primary responsibility is to assist HPC users with executing high-priority design analyses on NNL's HPC systems. The successful candidate will also work on user experience initiatives on Linux systems through administrating the systems, improving user interfaces and implementing tools and technologies to improve efficiency for administrators as well as users.

The successful candidate will work alongside an experienced team and receive on-the-job mentoring in an agile learning environment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:


Identify and troubleshoot issues that arise
Collaborate with members of adjoining hardware, software development and future technology groups
Develop and maintain self-service resources for users
Respond to user support requests
Develop a deep understanding of user's needs through regular interactions

The successful candidate should expect to be a contributing member on one or more ancillary teams focused on continuous improvement and/or cross organizational initiatives. This role will require an on-site presence at an NNL location, but there are opportunities for some work from home, as priorities allow.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; orMaster's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

A minimum of 2 years of Linux experience.
Proven teaming, organization and interpersonal skills (creative, positive and collaborative work style)
Computationally focused degree in the areas of science or engineering
Experience with:
High performance architecture and administration including Linux operating systems and job schedulers (e.g. Red Hat, Ubuntu, Fedora, Slurm, InfiniBand)
Software environment/development and programming languages such as Git, containers, GitHub, Azure, Python, C++, Bash, Powershell, Fortran, etc.
HPC storage system administration (e.g. Lustre, Netapp, etc.)

Experience with customer support including responding to issues, resolving support requests, and engaging with users
Experience with formal communication, both written and verbal, including ability to articulate and document processes to both fellow administrators as well as users.

Compensation and Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
401(k) Savings program & Captial Accumulation Plan
Personal & Medical Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Work Schedules
Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$76,400.00 - $117,000.00 annually
Salary information provided is a general guide line only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities:
Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.