Systems Administrator (Linux/Cloud)

Systems AdministratorWe are searching for a Systems Administrator to join the Reston, VA office of the Digital Engineering Department of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You will maintain the integrity of various high-performance computing (HPC) systems including operating systems, physical servers/workstations, and applications; administer, install, and troubleshoot a variety of Cloud tooling and applications, perform systems maintenance tasks such as troubleshooting and performance evaluation as well as back-up and recovery; perform configuration changes to address customer needs; schedule, install, and test system software upgrades; monitor and maintain software licensing.ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.You will:Execute, improve, and monitor scripts and automation tools to aid in systems managementDiagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve server, workstation, and audio-visual (A/V) issues and/or respond to outages during normal working hoursTest and implement upgrades and patches to installed operating systems, software container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes), and modeling & simulation (M&S) applicationsMaintain reliability of systems by monitoring, running tests, and troubleshootingMonitor backups and plans for installed systems; review adequacy of emergency response plansManage, research, and resolve common as well as complex end-user issuesEvaluate and recommend new or existing software/infrastructure improvements and/or solutionsCreate and maintain system documentation of processes, procedures, plans, and configurations with a focus on continuous improvementRequired Skills/Experience areas to include:Assist with installing, configuring, and updating systems and software, focusing on Linux (Red Hat), basic Ansible scripting, and working with GitLab pipelinesHelp diagnose and troubleshoot issues on servers, workstations, and A/V equipment, including responding to outages during normal business hoursSupport testing and applying updates, patches, and upgrades for operating systems, Kubernetes platforms, and modeling and simulation (M&S) applicationsCurrent eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if requiredYour working location will be fully on-site, located in Reston, VA.MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSIf filled as IT Platform Administrator (ARL) - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:Bachelor's Degree1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications: NoneIf filled as IT Platform Administrator (ARL) - Professional, this position requires:Associate DegreeNo prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education.Required Certifications: NoneSALARY & BENEFITSThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $74,760.00 - $123,480.00. This salary range includes an adjustment based on required geographic work location.Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.