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Systems Administrator - Updated
$80,000 - 120,000
National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Calle Bonita 500, Socorro
$80,000 - 120,000
Requirements
Must:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Astronomy, Physics, or equivalent professional experience
- At least four years of progressive experience as a Linux systems administrator in mission-critical or scientific computing environments
- Expert knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8/9; RHCE or RHCA certification is highly preferred
- Proficient in infrastructure automation and orchestration tools, including Ansible Automation Platform
- Skilled in Python 3 and SQL (PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL) for system monitoring and reporting
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex technical issues clearly
- Experience with container platforms like Kubernetes/OpenShift and Docker Swarm
- Familiarity with monitoring and alerting systems such as Telegraf and Prometheus
- Ability to remain composed while assisting demanding clients
- Knowledge of agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and traditional waterfall project management
- Willingness to travel occasionally to NRAO sites and work at moderate altitudes
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and manage RHEL-based systems for processing and archiving scientific data across global observatories
- Lead the migration to GitOps-driven infrastructure and application deployment to enhance auditability and reproducibility
- Transition legacy science services from Docker Swarm to a Kubernetes-based environment
- Develop and maintain automation tools in Python and SQL to monitor pipeline health and produce operational metrics
- Serve as Level-3 support for production incidents and conduct root-cause analyses, authoring post-mortem reports as necessary
- Address escalated support tickets, providing timely updates to astronomers during incidents
- Participate in agile development cycles, including sprints and stand-up meetings, to drive stakeholder projects forward
- Validate software releases, prepare deployment packages, and create user documentation and training materials
- Contribute to the Common Computing Environment (CCE) initiative for standardization across sites
- Mentor junior and peer administrators on best practices for automation and operational processes
Description
We are the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO), a leading research and development organization dedicated to studying the universe through advanced radio telescope facilities. We foster a collaborative environment that encourages technology and scientific innovation. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing our Red Hat Enterprise Linux infrastructure essential for astronomical research. We offer a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits starting from day one, including generous paid time off and exceptional retirement contributions. Our team is committed to supporting your growth and well-being in a stimulating work environment, with positions available in locations such as Charlottesville, VA; Greenbank, WV; Albuquerque, NM; and Socorro, NM.
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