HPC Linux Admin

Apex Systems

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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Polygraph
IT - Hardware
Fort Meade, MD (On-Site/Office)

Job#: 2066052

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking a passionate and skilled Linux Systems Administrator to provide system management, daily monitoring and optimization. In this role, you will provide technical leadership and execution, and be supporting HPE's mission-critical customers, providing pre-installation configuration, on-site integration, administration, and customer enablement of HPE's computing solution.

TS/SCI with Poly clearance REQUIRED

US citizenship is required

Location: Onsite Annapolis Junction, Maryland

This role requires in-person attendance at non-HPE worksites that impose a COVID-19 vaccination and/or testing requirement. Applicants seeking this role must be ready to comply with the relevant COVID-19 vaccination and/or testing requirement by their HPE start date.

In this role, you will:
  • Work as an active member of the HPE account team, interacting with the Service Delivery Manager, Sales, the customer, and site staff
  • Answer customer inquiries concerning system software versions, product lifecycles, new releases, and third-party applications
  • Maintain the Linux system availability to the customer, but also create and document site procedures, system diagrams, and other configuration or support documents
  • Maintain system software and firmware revisions, including patches, updates, and OS upgrades
  • Solve system hardware, software, and third-party software issues, and provide detailed and thoughtful analysis of problem and solution
  • Gather data, perform analysis, and escalate problems to higher-level product support groups and appropriate management when necessary to ensure timely resolution of system or customer issues
  • Implement solutions, repairs and workarounds, fully documenting steps taken when required
  • Document and share troubleshooting techniques, new ideas, and utilities to help develop and grow organizational knowledge
  • Manage software issues for both the system and user applications, submitting and tracking bugs as required

Required Knowledge and Skills:
  • Linux operating systems (RHEL or SLES), workload management systems, parallel file systems, networking and security
  • Technical skills to investigate and resolve complex problems
  • Direct experience and demonstrated proficiency with multiple programming and scripting languages (e.g. Perl, Python, C, etc.) preferred
  • Ability to maintain system software, utilizing debugging tools for problem isolation; will perform software builds, software upgrades, and patch installation as needed
  • Possess the organizational and analytical skills needed to effectively isolate both hardware and software problems and drive solutions through to conclusion
  • Able to clearly document processes and procedures with a focus toward mentoring and knowledge sharing

Required Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related area of study OR equivalent work experience
  • 3+ years' HPC-related experience, ideally with large-scale HPC and parallel file system administration and support
  • Clearance requires: TS SCI with Poly


Interview Process:

2-3 Steps.

  • Initial phone screen with KornFerry. If they get pushed through/Security clearance confirmed by FEDSEC they are then passed onto HPE tech team
  • HPE Tech team will conduct a panel interview. If the candidate progresses then they will meet with the end-client (NSA)
  • Final call with end-client (NSA)
    Needed for Submittal:

    • Candidates full name, phone, email
    • Blurb of their relevant experience, security clearance, salary expectations, etc.
    • Updated resume (highlight/bold their security clearance)
    • Upon submittal, candidates will be sent an RDP form automatically from HPE that they will need to fill out in order to be visible in the system. Additionally, they will speak with HPEs FEDSEC who will verify their clearance.


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    Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

    Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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    Job Category
    IT - Hardware
    Clearance Level
    Top Secret/SCI
    Employer
    Apex Systems