Senior Linux Systems Administrator HPCE - Top Secret Clearance w/SCI eligibility

American Systems
US - Texas - Dallas
January 22, 2025

Job Title / Level

Senior Linux Systems Administrator (HPCE) - Top Secret Clearance w/SCI eligibility

Clearance Required?

Top Secret/SCI

Location:

Dallas, TX 75201 US (Primary)

% Travel

0 - 10%

Enjoy a competitive salary, agenerous benefits package, and a $10,000 sign-on bonus when you join AMERICAN SYSTEMS as our next Senior Linux Systems Administrator optimizing and maintaining our High Performance Computer (HPC) environment insupport of a national priority program in Dallas, Texas!

As part of AMERICAN SYSTEMS, you'll enjoy:

Ownership in the company through our robust Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you a direct stake in our success.
Opportunities for growth and professional development within a supportive, team-oriented culture.
A robust benefits package that includescomprehensive healthcare, educational benefits, and a single-accrual leave plan.

As a Senior Linux Systems Administrator, you will:

Manage and optimize Linux-based platforms in an HPC environment, ensuring peak performance and reliability.
Support PostgreSQL databases andGoogleTensorFlow workflows to ensure efficient operations
Implement innovative solutions using tools like Lustre and Bright Cluster to ensure reliability and performance.
Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to ensure system efficiency and data integrity

Key Responsibilities of a Senior Linux Systems Administrator:

Plan and implement software and hardware configurations for Linux systems.
Develop and test disaster recovery solutions for mission-critical systems.
Automate routine tasks using BASH or Python scripting.
Optimize and secure containerized environments using Podman/Docker and Ansible.
Monitor performance, conduct system upgrades, and ensure compliance with security protocols.
Implement and maintain secure systems, applying DoD STIGs and configuring SELinux.
Configure and manage network file systems (NFS) and log management solutions.
Conductbackup procedures, disaster recovery planning, and system performance optimization.
Administer data storage systems like Lustre and Bright Cluster, ensuring data integrity and availability.
Support and troubleshoot server environments, responding quickly to interruptions or outages.

Job Requirements

What You Bring

Top Secret clearance w/SCI eligibility.
Bachelor's degree in STEM (or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree).
10-12 years of IT Systems Administration experience, including:
- 5-7years of Linux administration, with expertise in containerization(Podman/Docker),Ansible, andOpenLDAP
- Ability toconfigure mount points, add and expandhard disk space, makedrives persistent, and implementNFS drives
- Capable of performingbackup proceduresusingtarandgzip,configuring log management, and analyzing logs
- Experienced with implementingDoD STIGs, configuringSELinux
Proven experience with VMware vSphere (v7 or higher) and PostgreSQL databases.
Proficiency in BASH and Python scripting for automation.

Certifications Required:

Active DoD 8140IAT II Level Certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+) REQUIRED
Current RHCSA or RHCE certification REQUIRED(or the ability to obtain theRHCSAwithin 6 months of hire)

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary/hourly range for this position is$160,000-180,000. 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 (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

Who We Are:

Founded in 1975,AMERICAN SYSTEMSis 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 COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com

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