HPSC System Administrator

• Perform analysis, troubleshooting, and provide problem solving to maintain and administer the research cyberinfrastructure resources used to support the research mission of the University.
• Coordinating the configuration and maintenance of the storage resources, including hardware and software
• Configuring and maintaining server-class, HPC resources, including compute and storage hardware, OS software, application software, and SLURM resource management system
• Maintaining an effective security posture including implementing the required security controls specified in the system security plans
• Diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, networking, and system issues when they arise
• Monitoring services and responding to service failures
• Implementing configuration management processes and procedures
• Providing technical support and user support as needed
• Documenting processes and procedures to administer and maintain the storage systems, computational systems, and infrastructure; ensuring required backups are performed regularly and successfully
• Working with other OIT groups, such as, Networking Services, Help Desk, and Systems to support the continued and efficient operation of the research cyberinfrastructure

• Due to regulatory requirements the successful candidate(s) must be a U. S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a green card
• Education:
  
  Master's degree in computer science, data science, information technology, engineering field, bioinformatics, genomics, or hard sciences field.
• Experience:
  
  Three years performing information technology administration - experience can be substituted for equivalent time pursuing education related to information technology at an institution of higher education
• Knowledge of system administrator role, duties, and activities for Linux-based information technology systems
• Knowledge of information technology administrator technologies, best practices, and troubleshooting techniques
• Knowledge of installation and use of Red Hat Linux or other Linux operating systems
• Knowledge and proficiency in configuring, operating and managing a large information technology environment
• Knowledge and skill in operating and maintaining Ethernet-based networking equipment and systems
• Experience with batch schedulers such as Slurm, Torque + MOAB, or HTCondor
• Skills in writing and interpersonal communication - writing sample, manuscript, or cover letter required.

Demonstrates expertise in managing and maintaining research cyberinfrastructure, including server-class HPC resources and Linux-based systems. Proficient in troubleshooting, configuration management, and ensuring security compliance within a large IT environment.

• Linux System Administration
• HPC Resource Management
• Configuration Management
• Security Compliance
• Technical Support

• Information Technology Administration
• Troubleshooting Techniques
• Red Hat Linux
• Slurm Batch Scheduler
• Networking Equipment Management

• Interpersonal Communication
• Technical Writing

• Cyberinfrastructure
• Research Computing
• System Security Plans
• Backup Procedures

• SLURM Resource Management System
• Ethernet-Based Networking Systems