Overview AMERICAN SYSTEMS is a 100% employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. Responsibilities As a Tier I Linux Systems Administrator with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following: * Perform general Systems Administrator functions supporting all HPC users with courteous responses to their HPC system operations and maintenance activities issues. * Support Senior Systems Administrators (SA) in optimizing the functionality and performance of hardware and software components. * Ensure availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability of servers, workstations, and data storage systems (Lustre, Bright Cluster) * Support other System Administrators (SA) in creating, administering, and managing Linux user accounts. * Triage Tier 1 Service desk tickets and produce service ticket reports and performance metrics. * Support Linux SA and Engineering team in installation and testing of HPC system components, including setup and configuration of: * Hardware and software * Computing and data storage servers * Networking equipment * Computing peripherals * Provide responsive backup management, security issues, set up and configuration of Linux servers and software. * Perform timely hardware replacement not covered by third-party vendor maintenance agreements. * Assist Network personnel in configuration of networking equipment, ensuring network security, and managing firewalls. * Implement necessary measures to comply with all Program security requirements. * Adhere to all IT policies, processes, and procedures. * Manage changing priorities. Qualifications * Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility * Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline (e.g., CS, Engineering, Information Technology, etc.) and 5+ years of relevant experience * Current DoD 8140 IAT II Certification (e.g., Security+ CE) * VMware vSphere 6 and up * Scripting (BASH, Python, or Perl) * Familiarity with Kubernetes, containerized technology, Ansible, and PostgreSQL * Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and securing and hardening Linux systems to meet RMF controls. * Knowledge of CUDA, Google TensorFlow, or similar toolsets. Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $91,600.00/Yr. - USD $153,000.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status Options