SOC
Linux HPC Systems Engineer - Malibu, CA - Secret Clearance Information Technolog
SOC, Malibu, California, United States, 90263
Linux HPC Systems Engineer
needed for a
contract to hire
opportunity with SOC's client to work
on-site in Malibu, CA
Essential Duties: Perform a multi-disciplined range of technical system and application activities
Research, selection, planning, and implementation of new technologies to support scaling of applications to meet business needs
Install, configure, and maintain multiplatform systems hardware, software, and components
Administer and manage Linux systems servers and workstations in the operations, engineering, analysis, and test environments
Administer installation of software, hardware, file system management, backups, process control, user administration, and device management
Resolve a wide variety of complex system failures, troubleshooting software, hardware, and network problems
Perform system and user account maintenance
Monitor, evaluate, and optimize system performance
Analyze, test, and implement security patches and hardening
Document maintenance actions
Develop and promote standard operating procedures and conduct routine hardware and software audits of servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines
If required, assist in IT security incident response and documentation
Responsible for the management of Slurm for efficient resource allocation and job scheduling across the clusters.
Manage the day-to-day system administration of Linux-based cluster computing and storage environments, and associated network infrastructure
Required Skill:
Demonstrated working knowledge of High Performance Computing (HPC) cluster architectures and concepts
Strong understanding of cluster management software (e.g., HPE Performance Cluster Manager, Warewulf, Bright Cluster Manager, Aspen Cluster Management Environment, OneSIS)
Familiarity with job scheduling (e.g., Slurm)
Experience in Linux systems administration
Understanding of multiplatform system hardening (e.g., DISA STIG, SCAP)
Experience integrating Linux systems into an Active Directory environment
Experience with high performance computing networking protocols (e.g., InfiniBand)
Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (8, 9)
Experience with Ubuntu Linux (20.04, 22.04)
Experience with scripting for task automation (e.g., shell scripting, Python, Perl)
Experience with systems management and automation software (e.g., Satellite, Foreman, Ansible)
Experience with networking fundamentals (e.g., switching, routing, firewalls, load balancing)
Experience with system monitoring & alerting tools (e.g., Nagios)
Experience working within an accredited system
Ability to work independently or in a development team, and effectively estimate time and effort required to complete tasks
Ability to prioritize tasks, prepare project plans, schedules, effectively manage projects in areas of responsibility, complete tasks, projects in a timely manner.
An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance
Required Skills:
Minimum 7 year of experience in a related role
A current Top Secret/SCI security clearance with in-scope polygraph is preferred
Understanding of VMware vSphere virtual environments
Experience in multiplatform environments (Windows and Linux)
Experience with Privileged Access Management platforms (e.g., Centrify, Delinea)
Experience with file transfer protocols (e.g., SMB, NFS, iSCSI)
Experience with hardened Linux configurations (i.e., fapolicyd, SELinux)
Experience with container management/orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with administration of web and database servers (e.g., Nginx, Apache, MySQL, PostgreSQL)
Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Development tools and pipelines (e.g., GitLab, Artifactory, Terraform)
Proficient knowledge of cyber security technology and trends (e.g., least privilege, RBAC, Zero Trust)
Understanding of package management tools (e.g., RPM, DEB)
Required Education:
High School diploma/GED with 7+ years of experience in a System Administration role or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
Employment Prerequisites
The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation and drug urinalysis.
SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations, which may have been provided by job boards. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Estimated Min Rate : $59.50
Estimated Max Rate : $85.00
needed for a
contract to hire
opportunity with SOC's client to work
on-site in Malibu, CA
Essential Duties: Perform a multi-disciplined range of technical system and application activities
Research, selection, planning, and implementation of new technologies to support scaling of applications to meet business needs
Install, configure, and maintain multiplatform systems hardware, software, and components
Administer and manage Linux systems servers and workstations in the operations, engineering, analysis, and test environments
Administer installation of software, hardware, file system management, backups, process control, user administration, and device management
Resolve a wide variety of complex system failures, troubleshooting software, hardware, and network problems
Perform system and user account maintenance
Monitor, evaluate, and optimize system performance
Analyze, test, and implement security patches and hardening
Document maintenance actions
Develop and promote standard operating procedures and conduct routine hardware and software audits of servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines
If required, assist in IT security incident response and documentation
Responsible for the management of Slurm for efficient resource allocation and job scheduling across the clusters.
Manage the day-to-day system administration of Linux-based cluster computing and storage environments, and associated network infrastructure
Required Skill:
Demonstrated working knowledge of High Performance Computing (HPC) cluster architectures and concepts
Strong understanding of cluster management software (e.g., HPE Performance Cluster Manager, Warewulf, Bright Cluster Manager, Aspen Cluster Management Environment, OneSIS)
Familiarity with job scheduling (e.g., Slurm)
Experience in Linux systems administration
Understanding of multiplatform system hardening (e.g., DISA STIG, SCAP)
Experience integrating Linux systems into an Active Directory environment
Experience with high performance computing networking protocols (e.g., InfiniBand)
Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (8, 9)
Experience with Ubuntu Linux (20.04, 22.04)
Experience with scripting for task automation (e.g., shell scripting, Python, Perl)
Experience with systems management and automation software (e.g., Satellite, Foreman, Ansible)
Experience with networking fundamentals (e.g., switching, routing, firewalls, load balancing)
Experience with system monitoring & alerting tools (e.g., Nagios)
Experience working within an accredited system
Ability to work independently or in a development team, and effectively estimate time and effort required to complete tasks
Ability to prioritize tasks, prepare project plans, schedules, effectively manage projects in areas of responsibility, complete tasks, projects in a timely manner.
An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance
Required Skills:
Minimum 7 year of experience in a related role
A current Top Secret/SCI security clearance with in-scope polygraph is preferred
Understanding of VMware vSphere virtual environments
Experience in multiplatform environments (Windows and Linux)
Experience with Privileged Access Management platforms (e.g., Centrify, Delinea)
Experience with file transfer protocols (e.g., SMB, NFS, iSCSI)
Experience with hardened Linux configurations (i.e., fapolicyd, SELinux)
Experience with container management/orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with administration of web and database servers (e.g., Nginx, Apache, MySQL, PostgreSQL)
Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Development tools and pipelines (e.g., GitLab, Artifactory, Terraform)
Proficient knowledge of cyber security technology and trends (e.g., least privilege, RBAC, Zero Trust)
Understanding of package management tools (e.g., RPM, DEB)
Required Education:
High School diploma/GED with 7+ years of experience in a System Administration role or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
Employment Prerequisites
The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation and drug urinalysis.
SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations, which may have been provided by job boards. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Estimated Min Rate : $59.50
Estimated Max Rate : $85.00