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Research Computing Systems Engineer

Penn State University Parkmid
Systems EngineerInfrastructure & Cloud
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    • Maintain existing HPC systems by ensuring compute node and storage availability to end-users

    • Develop and deploy various scripts to monitor system health and assess system usage

    • Maintain system firmware and software revisions, including operating system upgrades, updates, and patches

    • Perform component and system diagnostics to resolve hardware failures

    • Work with users and hardware vendors to identify and procure components for both existing and new systems

    • Monitor system performance and usage levels and work with team members to resolve immediate and anticipated future issues

    • Extensive experience with Linux operating systems (especially RHEL), networking, parallel file systems, and security

    • Experience collaborating in multi-disciplinary, team-oriented cultures

    • A demonstrated track record of setting and meeting goals

    • Effective diagnostic and problem solving skills

    • Expertise with scripting languages (e.g., bash, python, perl), batch schedulers (e.g., Slurm, Torque, PBS), and configuration management tools (e.g., Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Salt)

    • Current eligibility for access to classified information at the [Secret/Top Secret] level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required

    The position’s working location will be fully on-site located in State College, PA. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process. This role requires periodic travel to remote locations.

     

    Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None

     

    ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website at www.arl.psu.edu.

     

    Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

     

    Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL): Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

     

    What We Offer

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    The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $92,100.00 - $152,004.00.

     

    Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

     

    Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

    Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

    Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

     

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    Penn State University Park
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    $92,100–$152,004 a year
    21% below the $154,062 median for Systems Engineer jobs on Jobera (1,190 salaries).
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    Research Computing Systems Engineer$92,100.00 - $152,004.00