High Performance Computing

Idaho National Laboratory • Idaho Falls, ID

2h • $66,504 - $162,732 • Onsite

About The Position

Idaho National Laboratory seeks High Performance Computing Professionals to maintain and optimize the computing infrastructure that powers groundbreaking research in nuclear energy, national security, and scientific discovery. You'll diagnose and solve operational problems in HPC systems, install, configure, and maintain system software, develop automation scripts for processes, and troubleshoot and tune systems for optimal performance. Your responsibilities include conducting system performance analysis, interacting with users to resolve issues and provide training, documenting administration procedures, assisting with backups of classified and unclassified networks, applying security updates in accordance with NIST controls, and collaborating with cybersecurity personnel to address critical vulnerabilities. Your expertise with Linux administration tools, common services, protocols, and ports will ensure that researchers have access to the high-performance computing resources needed to advance next-generation technologies.

Requirements

• Level 1: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline from an accredited institution and 0 years of relevant experience.
• Level 2: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline from an accredited institution and 2 years of relevant experience; or an Advanced of Science degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline from an accredited institution and 0 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Applicants are subject to the requirements of DOE O 142.3B, Unclassified Foreign National Access Program and require that applicants have U.S. citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and solve HPC system operational problems.
• Install, configure, and maintain HPC system software.
• Develop automation scripts for processes.
• Troubleshoot and tune HPC systems and software for performance.
• Conduct system performance analysis and tuning.
• Interact with users to resolve HPC-related issues and provide training.
• Document system administration procedures.
• Assist with backups of classified and unclassified local area networks.
• Apply security updates and adhere to NIST controls.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity personnel to address critical vulnerabilities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level