Systems Administrator

The Pennsylvania State University • Keyport, WA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

We are searching for a self-motivated, customer service focused Systems Administrator to join our Research Operations Information Technology (IT) Division at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. This position will support ARL’s West Coast operations, with the primary location being in Keyport, Washington. The Research Office IT Division provides systems design, administration, and support services for the enablement of key research functions. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

Requirements

• Advanced Linux and Windows administration and support
• Fundamental understanding of networking concepts and technologies
• Broad scope of IT hardware (server, workstation, networking, peripherals, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to work through difficult technical problems, using proper steps to define and formulate ideas to reach a solution
• Success in environments where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective

Nice To Haves

• Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required
• Familiarity with DCSA, DoD, and/or IC Authorization to operate processes, procedures, and frameworks
• Automation and management of Linux and Windows system configurations with scripting, policy, and management tools (shell scripting, Satellite, Puppet, Ansible, MCM, system and group policy, etc.)
• Host firewalls, endpoint security, and vulnerability scanning tools
• Research computing environments and projects
• Knowledge of general scripting languages (Bash, PowerShell, Python, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Provide a broad scope of IT and technical support for ARL’s West Coast operations
• Ensure IT hardware and software follow proper system design, operations, configurations, and maintenance requirements
• Update, modernize, and maintain existing test and evaluation systems to ensure reliable operation
• Generate and maintain system and process documentation
• Provide general consultative services to researchers on a broad scope of technology
• Support field/in-water testing of underwater vehicles geared towards vehicle development

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees