HPC System Administrator for Research Cyberinfrastructure

Jobtailor; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University is seeking a systems administrator to manage and support the research cyberinfrastructure, including HPC resources and storage systems. You will ensure security controls, monitor systems, and provide user support as needed.

Responsibilities include configuring storage and HPC environments, maintaining Linux-based servers, and coordinating with networks and help desk to maintain uptime and reliability.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, data science, information technology, engineering, bioinformatics, genomics or hard sciences.
• 3 years IT administration experience; education time can substitute for experience.
• Knowledge of Linux-based IT systems administration and related technologies.
• Experience with Red Hat Linux or similar Linux OS.
• Experience with batch schedulers (SLURM, Torque+MOAB, HTCondor).
• Strong written communication demonstrated by a writing sample or cover letter.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and support research cyberinfrastructure for University's mission.
• Coordinate storage resources configuration and maintenance (hardware and software).
• Configure and maintain HPC resources, including compute/storage hardware, OS/app software, and SLURM.
• Maintain security posture and implement controls per system security plans.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, networking, and system issues.
• Monitor services, respond to failures, and implement configuration management processes.
• Provide technical/user support as needed and document processes for backups and maintenance.
• Collaborate with Networking Services, Help Desk, and Systems to ensure reliable operation of infrastructure.

Skills

Linux System Administration

HPC Resource Management

Configuration Management

Security Compliance

Technical Support

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Red Hat Linux

SLURM Batch Scheduler

Torque MOAB

HTCondor

Ethernet Networking Equipment

Job description

The University is seeking a systems administrator to manage and support the research cyberinfrastructure, including HPC resources and storage systems. You will ensure security controls, monitor systems, and provide user support as needed.

Responsibilities include configuring storage and HPC environments, maintaining Linux-based servers, and coordinating with networks and help desk to maintain uptime and reliability.