Desert Research Institute
Linux Systems Administrator and Cloud Services
Desert Research Institute, Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Desert Research Institute. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:
Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments. Please see the application instructions under each posting for information on submittal deadlines. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, contact Human Resources Hotline at (775) 673-7431 or recruit@dri.edu.
Job Description
The Desert Research Institute (DRI) is recruiting for a Linux Systems Administrator with cloud technology experience Reporting directly to DRI's Director of Cyberinfrastructure. This position is responsible for supporting and improving the technical and operational performance of DRI's Enterprise Linux ecosystem and will have some cloud support duties (AWS, GCP, o365). The successful candidate will also have experience with Windows servers/AD (physical and virtual), running scientific and business applications, virtualization workloads, enterprise backup utilities, web and file servers, and databases. This position will work closely with DRI's cybersecurity team to ensure that all servers and applications meet security best practices and function optimally in DRI's segmented network environment. Experience with HPC/HTC is a plus. This in-person position is based at DRI's campus in Reno, Nevada.
The ideal candidate will be team-oriented and possess a strong work ethic that includes being a self-starter and taking ownership of projects from start to finish. Additionally, the candidate will be:
Curious, highly motivated, and able to independently explore and learn new technologies; Able to analyze existing infrastructure and service offerings, and make recommendations and plans to improve, replace, or expand those offerings; Able to implement new infrastructure and service offerings in a timely manner, while communicating progress with peers and leadership; Comfortable and capable of effectively communicating with a wide variety of people with technical and non-technical backgrounds, including academic researchers, and non-academic personnel. Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in computer science or a related field from an accredited institution and 3+ Years experience in administering Linux servers: database & web servers, DNS, Docker; system lifecycle maintenance with Ansible and virtual templates OR five (5) years of a combination of education, experience, and certifications that would provide the required knowledge and abilities 3+ Years experience administering enterprise virtualization technologies - VMware, Hyper-V, or Citrix Minimum 3 years Linux experience with database & web servers, DNS, Docker, Ansible, lifecycle management 1+ Years experience administering at least one major enterprise backup vendor/package Familiarity with industry standard security practices, policies, and procedures and the ability to architect and implement solutions adhering to those best practices Outstanding written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interact with faculty and staff across a spectrum of specialties and fields Must be highly motivated and a self-starter, with the ability to meet deadlines, handle rapidly shifting priorities, and be results-oriented Preferred Qualifications
1+ Years experience administering Windows servers: file shares, IIS, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP 1+ Years AWS administration experience, including AWS Organizations, EC2, S3, SES, EBS, Landing Zone AWS/Azure/GCP or Linux Certification 1+ Years Office365/M365 administration experience, including Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange, EntraID Experience with High Performance Computing/High Throughput Computing clusters running scientific workloads with the Slurm scheduler Experience in an academic or research setting Experience with AI/ML models, training, tools, and emerging developments Experience with Citrix DaaS for desktop and application delivery Conditions of Employment
U.S. citizenship per sponsor funding requirements Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check Exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, or otherwise move objects Evening and weekend hours may be required on occasion Compensation Grade/Benefits
This is an Administrative Faculty Range C position with a starting minimum annual starting salary of $87,000 and is competitive and commensurate with education, experience, and aligns with similar public academic research institutions. DRI offers a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, the choice of three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, a 19.25% retirement match, 24 annual leave days, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, and educational benefits. Additionally, there is no state income tax and no social security deduction.
Exempt Yes
Full-Time Equivalent 100.0%
Required Attachment(s)
Please upload the following document in the specified sections of DRI's applicant tracking system:
A cover letter detailing your experience and professional qualifications A current resume/curriculum vitae. Contact information for three professional references, to be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant permission.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES
DRI employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" report within Workday to find and apply for jobs at DRI and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, "R0148717" in the search box.
For more detailed information about DRI, please visit us at www.dri.edu. For questions regarding this position or assistance with your application, please email jobs@dri.edu or call the recruiting office at 775-673-7431.
Posting Close Date
Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant notification and permission.
Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.
This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas).
All applicants hired by the Desert Research Institute are subject to E-Verify.
Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments. Please see the application instructions under each posting for information on submittal deadlines. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, contact Human Resources Hotline at (775) 673-7431 or recruit@dri.edu.
Job Description
The Desert Research Institute (DRI) is recruiting for a Linux Systems Administrator with cloud technology experience Reporting directly to DRI's Director of Cyberinfrastructure. This position is responsible for supporting and improving the technical and operational performance of DRI's Enterprise Linux ecosystem and will have some cloud support duties (AWS, GCP, o365). The successful candidate will also have experience with Windows servers/AD (physical and virtual), running scientific and business applications, virtualization workloads, enterprise backup utilities, web and file servers, and databases. This position will work closely with DRI's cybersecurity team to ensure that all servers and applications meet security best practices and function optimally in DRI's segmented network environment. Experience with HPC/HTC is a plus. This in-person position is based at DRI's campus in Reno, Nevada.
The ideal candidate will be team-oriented and possess a strong work ethic that includes being a self-starter and taking ownership of projects from start to finish. Additionally, the candidate will be:
Curious, highly motivated, and able to independently explore and learn new technologies; Able to analyze existing infrastructure and service offerings, and make recommendations and plans to improve, replace, or expand those offerings; Able to implement new infrastructure and service offerings in a timely manner, while communicating progress with peers and leadership; Comfortable and capable of effectively communicating with a wide variety of people with technical and non-technical backgrounds, including academic researchers, and non-academic personnel. Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in computer science or a related field from an accredited institution and 3+ Years experience in administering Linux servers: database & web servers, DNS, Docker; system lifecycle maintenance with Ansible and virtual templates OR five (5) years of a combination of education, experience, and certifications that would provide the required knowledge and abilities 3+ Years experience administering enterprise virtualization technologies - VMware, Hyper-V, or Citrix Minimum 3 years Linux experience with database & web servers, DNS, Docker, Ansible, lifecycle management 1+ Years experience administering at least one major enterprise backup vendor/package Familiarity with industry standard security practices, policies, and procedures and the ability to architect and implement solutions adhering to those best practices Outstanding written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interact with faculty and staff across a spectrum of specialties and fields Must be highly motivated and a self-starter, with the ability to meet deadlines, handle rapidly shifting priorities, and be results-oriented Preferred Qualifications
1+ Years experience administering Windows servers: file shares, IIS, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP 1+ Years AWS administration experience, including AWS Organizations, EC2, S3, SES, EBS, Landing Zone AWS/Azure/GCP or Linux Certification 1+ Years Office365/M365 administration experience, including Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange, EntraID Experience with High Performance Computing/High Throughput Computing clusters running scientific workloads with the Slurm scheduler Experience in an academic or research setting Experience with AI/ML models, training, tools, and emerging developments Experience with Citrix DaaS for desktop and application delivery Conditions of Employment
U.S. citizenship per sponsor funding requirements Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check Exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, or otherwise move objects Evening and weekend hours may be required on occasion Compensation Grade/Benefits
This is an Administrative Faculty Range C position with a starting minimum annual starting salary of $87,000 and is competitive and commensurate with education, experience, and aligns with similar public academic research institutions. DRI offers a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, the choice of three health insurance plans that can be supplemented with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts, a 19.25% retirement match, 24 annual leave days, beginning balance of 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, and educational benefits. Additionally, there is no state income tax and no social security deduction.
Exempt Yes
Full-Time Equivalent 100.0%
Required Attachment(s)
Please upload the following document in the specified sections of DRI's applicant tracking system:
A cover letter detailing your experience and professional qualifications A current resume/curriculum vitae. Contact information for three professional references, to be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant permission.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES
DRI employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" report within Workday to find and apply for jobs at DRI and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, "R0148717" in the search box.
For more detailed information about DRI, please visit us at www.dri.edu. For questions regarding this position or assistance with your application, please email jobs@dri.edu or call the recruiting office at 775-673-7431.
Posting Close Date
Note to Applicant
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process based on applicant notification and permission.
Newly hired faculty and postdoctoral fellows must assure that their official transcript is submitted to the Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.
This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
DRI employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. DRI only sponsors aliens applying for research faculty or postdoctoral fellow positions (J-1 or H-1B Visas).
All applicants hired by the Desert Research Institute are subject to E-Verify.