Network and Systems Specialist (Sr Software Engineer)

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Network and Systems Specialist administers, monitors, and secures the laboratory’s tactical development network. The role makes informed infrastructure decisions, resolves server- and gateway-level issues, and configures and maintains Linux-based development workstations and servers. The position is in the Applied Research Laboratories at the Pickle Research Campus, with 40 scheduled hours per week and an expected continuing duration. The specialist administers servers and network gateways, recommends network architecture and infrastructure changes, configures and maintains Linux operating systems, and implements network security practices. The role also maintains technical documentation and performs other related functions as assigned. Work takes place under standard office conditions and may involve weekend, evening, or holiday work; travel; exposure to all weather conditions; and exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Production experience with at least two programming languages.
Three years of experience with software development in complex systems.
Two years of software development experience, including at least one year of systems administrative experience.
Demonstrated ability to administer, configure, and troubleshoot Linux-based systems, including kernel modules, device drivers, and user-space applications.
Demonstrated ability to monitor, diagnose, and resolve server-level and network gateway-level issues.
Demonstrated ability to make sound, informed decisions regarding network infrastructure and system configuration.
Demonstrated ability to follow configuration, security, and documentation standards.
A dynamic skill set and willingness to work with new technologies; strong organization, planning, coordination, and time-management abilities.
Attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, and good communication skills.
Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and communicate effectively with all groups of clients.
Ability to work under pressure, accept supervision, and maintain regular and punctual attendance.
U.S. citizenship.
Selected applicant must undergo a government security investigation and meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to project requirements.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology/Information Systems, Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Experience administering tactical, classified, or isolated/air-gapped development networks.
Knowledge of TCP/IP, SSH, SCP, FTP, HTTP(S), DNS, and DHCP.
Experience with firewall/iptables configuration, STIG compliance, and network security hardening.
Proficiency with Linux distributions such as Red Hat and Ubuntu, and Windows interoperability.
Experience with VMware virtualization and infrastructure monitoring tools.
Scripting and automation experience with Bash, PowerShell, YAML, or Python.
Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible or Puppet, and source control such as Git.
Knowledge of SQL and database administration.
Ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Prior work experience in professional or research-oriented environments.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Administer, monitor, and maintain servers and network gateways supporting the tactical development network.
Diagnose and resolve server-level and network gateway-level issues.
Make informed recommendations and decisions regarding network architecture, infrastructure changes, and resource allocation for the tactical development environment.
Configure, deploy, and maintain Linux operating systems on development workstations and servers, including kernel configuration, device drivers, and user-space applications.
Implement and maintain network security practices, including firewall/iptables configuration, STIG compliance, and access control.
Create and maintain documentation for network configurations, system builds, and operational procedures.
Perform other related functions as assigned.