High Performance Computing (HPC) Engineering Technician

Scuttlebutt Services, LLC

High Performance Computing (HPC) Engineering Technician

Annapolis Junction, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Annapolis Junction, MD - Salary Range 195k-225k (TS/SCI w/ Full Poly)

     

    Job Brief

     

    We have multiple openings for Computer Specialists/Technicians in Annapolis Junction, MD – we are looking for High Performance Computer (HPC) technicians to join a highly skilled, high performing agile team to support a nationally significant and fast-paced program. The focus is on developing a range of streamlined, collaborative applications for cybersecurity and analytics that shares data across agencies within the Intelligence Community (IC).

     

    Responsibilities


    Orchestrate the support and sustainment of some of the world’s largest and most advanced supercomputers. Conduct technical analysis of product implementations, modifications and enhancements to product in accordance with specific customer specifications and implementation. Troubleshoot technical problems and issues, determines technical solution in accordance with product and customer specifications, and recommends actions. Assesses product needs in accordance with customer specifications.


    Requirements


    • Active TS/SCI clearance with full scope polygraph
    • Possess a valid Systems Maintenance Administrator (SMA) certification or demonstrated experience as a storage architect
    • At least one Information Systems Security (ISS) related certification (Security+, CISSP, CISM, etc.)
    • An understanding of the concepts, procedures and guidelines to solve highly complex problems in the maintenance and hardware/software network infrastructure
    • Experience performing system set-up, experiments and diagnostics to evaluate printed circuit board exchanges, and troubleshoot and make component repairs based on test results
    • Knowledge and experience with:
      • Linux (Red Hat/CentOS) including OS, system administration, networking, storage, and security
      • Electronics component repair
      • Installing computers and network equipment
      • Trouble ticket management utilizing Remedy
    • Ability to lift ~50 lbs

    Bonus Skills

    • A background in Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) is preferred
    • Experience working with information security teams to ensure cybersecurity compliance of multi-user systems
    • Knowledge and experience with HPC concepts to include cluster architecture, parallel file systems, and high-speed networking
    • Proficiency with Agile/Scrum software development methodologies and team collaboration
    • Skilled generating and reviewing software/technical documentation

     

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