Location:Springfield, VA, USAPay Rate:
Pay Type:Employment Type:Full Time

PSG is seeking an experienced Senior Linux Systems Administrator (SME) to support mission-critical environments, including a Centralized Supercomputing Facility (CSCF) High Performance Computing (HPC) environment and other government programs.

In this role, you will support large-scale Linux infrastructure, troubleshoot complex system issues, and help maintain highly secure, high-performance computing environments. You'll work closely with engineers, support teams, and mission users to ensure systems remain stable, secure, and optimized for performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Linux expert who enjoys solving complex system problems and supporting advanced computing platforms.

Locations: Littleton, CO • King of Prussia, PA / Valley Forge, PA • Herndon, VA • Springfield, VA


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide Linux system administration expertise supporting HPC and enterprise environments

  • Troubleshoot complex system and kernel-level issues using debugging tools and system logs

  • Support High Performance Computing (HPC) environments, including system performance and stability

  • Develop and maintain automation scripts to improve system management and operational efficiency

  • Manage and maintain Linux patching and repository management using Satellite Server

  • Build and maintain custom Linux kernels to address functionality or security requirements

  • Automate system configuration and maintenance using tools such as Ansible

  • Support and maintain identity and access management systems, including LDAP and token-based authentication

  • Collaborate with engineering and infrastructure teams to ensure system security, availability, and performance

  • Assist with diagnosing system outages, performance bottlenecks, and operational issues


Required Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph (required to start)

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

  • 10+ years of professional experience in Linux systems administration or related field

  • At least 5 years of experience working in heterogeneous, multi-platform computing environments

  • Strong experience with Linux system administration and troubleshooting

  • Proficiency with Bourne/Bash scripting and Expect scripting

  • Experience debugging Linux kernel issues, including reviewing source code and analyzing system logs

  • Experience using Linux debugging and performance tools such as crash and systemtap

  • Experience managing Satellite repositories for patching and kernel updates

  • Experience automating system configuration and maintenance using Ansible and Satellite Server

  • Experience with identity management systems, including LDAP and token-based authentication


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting High Performance Computing (HPC) environments

  • Experience working in classified or highly secure environments

  • Familiarity with large-scale Linux infrastructure or supercomputing systems

  • Experience improving system reliability and automation across enterprise environments

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