Linux Systems Administrator

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.

• Take an active role in architecting scalable and reliable Linux systems for HPC workloads, with a focus on performance optimization and long-term maintainability.
• Install, configure, and manage Linux servers and desktops across mixed environments, ensuring compatibility and seamless integration between various operating systems.
• Administer and optimize virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, KVM, Proxmox) to deploy virtual servers and desktop solutions that meet organizational requirements.
• Utilize deep understanding of system architecture, network protocols, and client/server principles to troubleshoot, innovate, and improve the infrastructure.
• Write scripts in Bash, Python, or other programming languages to automate recurring administrative tasks and ensure efficient operations
• Deploy, image, and centrally manage Linux systems using enterprise deployment tools (e.g., Foreman, Kickstart, MAAS) to enforce configuration standards and streamline provisioning.
• Configure, maintain, and optimize authentication systems like LDAP, Active Directory, and Kerberos to ensure security and reliability.
• Manage configuration management platforms such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef for centralized control over system configurations and automated updates.
• Lead projects, from initial planning through deployment, documentation, and user training, ensuring deliverables align with organizational objectives and best practices.
• Provide technical expertise and architectural direction to solving complex software and hardware issues in a heterogeneous computing environment.
• Design and manage storage platforms (e.g., SAN, NAS, or object storage) and enterprise-class backup systems to meet redundancy, performance, and disaster recovery needs.
• Perform in-depth evaluations of new tools and methodologies, documenting findings and presenting recommendations for adoption and implementation.
• Communicate technical insights clearly and effectively while fostering positive relationships with users, team members, and other stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members, participate in collaborative troubleshooting, and implement automation and process refinement to improve team productivity.

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.

"We put science to work!"

Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation's environmental, energy, and national security challenges.

Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.

Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:

*Benefits vary based upon employment status

• Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
• Short- & Long-Term Disability (company paid)
• Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary (company paid)
• AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary (company paid)
• Savings & Investment plan:
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  • Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
  • Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (5 yrs. vesting in company match)
  
  
• Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
• Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Plan
• SRNL offers a competitive relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.

For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the "About" tab at www.srnl.doe.gov.

BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.