Entry-Level Linux Systems Administrator for HPC & Automation

Savannah River National Laboratory; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Savannah River National Laboratory is seeking an Intermediate Linux Systems Administrator to design, build, and maintain Linux and HPC infrastructure across the lab. You will deploy and manage Linux systems, virtual desktops, and storage, while applying security practices and working with LDAP and configuration management tools.

The role emphasizes scripting, automation, and project collaboration, with opportunities for training and professional growth within a CIO-led team at SRNL in Aiken, SC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience preferred
• 0-3+ years’ Linux experience, ideally with large-scale file system administration and support
• For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required

Responsibilities

• Participates in the design, build, and maintenance of Linux and HPC systems and infrastructure
• Configure, deploy, and manage Linux/UNIX systems in a heterogeneous environment
• Configure, deploy, and manage virtual desktops and servers
• Provide advanced knowledge of hardware, OS, networks, and client/server principles
• Scripting and automating tasks
• Deploy and manage Linux systems including imaging and central management
• Work with authentication services such as LDAP
• Deploy, configure, and maintain configuration management tools, such as Ansible
• Manage projects from inception through implementation with documentation and training
• Provide technical expertise and architectural direction to solve complex issues in a heterogeneous environment
• Configure and manage storage and backup solutions
• Research, document, and communicate current and future technologies
• Interact with customers and peers professionally and responsively
• Collaborate in a team to resolve issues and drive process improvement

Skills

Linux systems

Scripting

Teamwork

Documentation

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE or equivalent

Tools

RHCSA

RHCE

VMware

Slurm

Moab

LSF

Ansible

DISA STIG/CIS

Docker

Job description

Savannah River National Laboratory is seeking an Intermediate Linux Systems Administrator to design, build, and maintain Linux and HPC infrastructure across the lab. You will deploy and manage Linux systems, virtual desktops, and storage, while applying security practices and working with LDAP and configuration management tools.

The role emphasizes scripting, automation, and project collaboration, with opportunities for training and professional growth within a CIO-led team at SRNL in Aiken, SC.