Contract Performance Period : May 15, 2026 - December 31, 2026
Job Location : Washington, DC location(s) (Metro Access) On-Site 5 days/week.
Direct Hire : Term: through 31/12/2026, with a strong possibility of extension
Pay Range : Depending on Experience
Travel Requirements : Washington, DC location(s) (Metro Access) On-Site 5 days/week.
Working Remotely : Not possible
Project Description :
We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to play a critical role in supporting a Linux-based high-performance computing server environment. This platform is essential for conducting statistical analysis and economic research across various business lines within the organization. The Senior Systems Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the platform's reliability, performance, and security, as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet the analytical needs of the organization.
US Citizenship Required
Qualification Requirements :
Skills Requirements :
Responsibilities :
Job ID : 1539
Job Location : Washington, DC location(s) (Metro Access) On-Site 5 days/week.
Direct Hire : Term: through 31/12/2026, with a strong possibility of extension
Pay Range : Depending on Experience
Travel Requirements : Washington, DC location(s) (Metro Access) On-Site 5 days/week.
Working Remotely : Not possible
Project Description :
We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to play a critical role in supporting a Linux-based high-performance computing server environment. This platform is essential for conducting statistical analysis and economic research across various business lines within the organization. The Senior Systems Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the platform's reliability, performance, and security, as well as collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet the analytical needs of the organization.
US Citizenship Required
Qualification Requirements :
- Strong understanding of Linux operating systems, shell scripting, and system administration tools
- In-depth knowledge and experience using Ansible and Ansible Automation Platform
- Experience with high-performance computing environments leveraging technologies such as SLURM and OpenOnDemand, and statistical analysis tools such as R, Python, MatLab, Stata, SAS, etc.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and customer-service focus
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Skills Requirements :
- Linux system administration and shell scripting
- Ansible and Ansible Automation Platform
- High-performance computing (SLURM, OpenOnDemand)
- Statistical analysis tools (R, Python, MatLab, Stata, SAS)
- Security protocols, vulnerability assessments, and compliance management
- System performance monitoring and resource optimization
Responsibilities :
Including, but not limited to:
- Manage and maintain Linux-based high-performance computing servers
- Perform routine system updates, patches, and security configurations
- Monitor system performance and optimize resources to ensure high availability and efficiency
- Provide Tier 3 support for the Analytics Platform, addressing complex technical issues and ensuring minimal downtime
- Collaborate with business lines to understand their analytical requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Work closely with data scientists, economists, and other stakeholders to ensure the platform meets their needs
- Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps for internal knowledge sharing
- Implement and maintain security protocols to protect sensitive data and comply with regulatory requirements
- Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Participate in an on-call rotation to provide after-hours support for critical issues and ensure continuous platform operation
Job ID : 1539
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