About this role
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to be part of developing and managing the scientific modeling infrastructure essential to SRNL’s mission of innovation and growth. The successful candidate will be a seasoned professional with extensive experience in Linux system administration who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will work on a team supporting institutional and programmatic customers across multiple laboratory locations, performing a wide variety of system administration activities for servers and workstations, including but not limited to the following responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience preferred
- 4+ years’ Linux experience, ideally with large-scale file system administration and support
- Must meet eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which mandates U.S. citizenship
Preferred Qualifications:
- 4+ years of Linux experience, ideally with large-scale file system administration and support
- Advanced vendor certification (RHCSA, RHCE, VMware, Storage)
- Familiarity with resource scheduling managers (Slurm, Moab, LSF, etc.)
- Experience with configuration management and automation tools (Ansible preferred)
- Experience with OS customization and security hardening using DISA STIG, CIS, etc.
- Proven track record with scripting in Python, bash, Perl, etc.
- Experience with containers (Docker, etc.)
- Extensive understanding of operating systems, computer networks, and scientific modeling applications
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and contribute to shared goals.
- Excellent interpersonal, customer relations, and problem management skills
- Experience with project and process planning
- Proven ability to document processes, procedures, and technical workflows thoroughly while mentoring team members and fostering knowledge-sharing practices.