Technical/Functional Expert (HPC)

Columbia Technology Partners•Annapolis Junction, MD

About The Position

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a Technical/Functional Expert (HPC) to provide advanced Tier 4 support for high-performance computing environments. The role focuses on system performance optimization and resolving complex issues across large-scale HPC infrastructures. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in HPC systems, file systems, and distributed computing to support mission-critical environments and ensure reliable performance across data-intensive platforms. The position requires U.S. citizenship, an active security clearance with appropriate polygraph, and DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or equivalent. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field; five additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for a degree.
Minimum 10 years of experience in large, complex IT environments providing advanced technical expertise.
DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or equivalent.
Experience supporting HPC systems, distributed computing environments, and high-performance file systems.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Active security clearance with appropriate polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

Provide Tier 4 support for high-performance computing environments.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across HPC systems and associated applications.
Configure, tune, and optimize high-performance file systems such as XFS, GPFS, and Lustre.
Support HPC cluster environments, including monitoring, failover, and system availability tools.
Administer distributed computing frameworks such as SLURM, LSF, and related tools.
Configure and maintain RedHat and SUSE Linux-based systems.
Analyze system performance and implement improvements across HPC infrastructure.
Support testing and validation of system changes and upgrades.
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure system reliability and performance.

Benefits

Medical coverage with three plan options, including in-network and out-of-network options.
Vision and dental coverage paid in full by the company.
401(k) with a 6% company contribution.
Customizable paid time off and leave plans.
Jury duty, bereavement, and military leave.
Up to $10,000 for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
Life and AD&D insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage at no cost to employees.
End-of-year profit-sharing bonus.
Referral bonus program with bonuses ranging from $7,000 to $20,000 if the referred candidate joins the team.
Competitive pay.