Computer; HPC Systems Engineer Lead

High-Performance Computer (HPC) Systems Engineer Lead

Rockville, United States | Posted on 07/12/2026

• Ensure the performance, security, and reliability of HPC and cloud infrastructure in support of NCATS mission objectives
• Demonstrated experience designing, deploying, and managing HPC environments utilizing technologies such as OpenHPC, Warewulf, and Slurm
• Proven capability to lead operations of mission-critical HPC and cloud-based infrastructure supporting scientific research workloads
• Experience integrating user-facing platforms (e.g., Jupyter Hub) with HPC systems to enable secure, interactive computing access
• Demonstrated expertise in cloud infrastructure, including AWS environments supporting large-scale research initiatives (e.g., STRIDES or equivalent)
• Proficiency in infrastructure automation and configuration management using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and Packer
• Experience implementing system monitoring and performance analytics tools (e.g., XDMoD or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ability to design and optimize GPU-enabled compute environments for high-performance workloads
• Experience applying security best practices, including system hardening aligned with CIS benchmarks and use of compliance tools (e.g., OpenSCAP or equivalent)
• Knowledge of Federal security requirements, including Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes
• Educational background in cybersecurity, computer science, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• Demonstrated experience in systems lifecycle management, including patching, upgrades, and configuration control
• Proven ability to support collaborative, multi-institutional computing environments and initiatives