Computer Operator, Linux

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ASRC Federal, InuTeq has an immediate opening for a Control Room Analyst (HPC Computer Operations/Help Desk) to support the NASA Advanced Supercomputing facility that houses Aitken, Cabeus, Pleiades, Electra, and soon to be released Athena; some of the world's most powerful supercomputers at Moffett Field, California. This is a 24x7 facility and candidates must be willing to work any shift.

Provides support for two elements--first is to monitor and operate the supercomputer and support systems; second is to provide first-level assistance and problem resolution to users of the NASA Advanced Supercomputing Computing Facility.

Active monitoring of high performance computers (HPC) and mass storage systems

Triage issues and escalate to backline support groups as necessary

Junior system administration activities

User account management

Develop scripts and tools to automate repetitive tasks

First level troubleshooting and analysis of system problems

Communicate information to the operations and technical support groups

Complete physical floor checks of the computer systems in separate facilities

Tape library media management Attention Geek Squad or Linux Hobbyists: We have the next step in your career path if you are seeking to grow your skills in Linux and other platforms. Work in the field of High Performance Computing and let us add to your skill set! We are hiring for an entry-level position that may require 2nd Shift/Night Shift (2:00 pm to 10:30 pm) or 3rd shift/Overnight Shift (10:00 pm to 6:30 am), that can provide flexible schedules that will fit with your family dynamics and offers a full benefits package including tuition reimbursement.

Required Qualifications:

Must be a US citizen and be able to pass the NASA background check

High School Diploma plus 3 years work experience or an Associate's Degree (strongly prefer a technical degree such as Computer Science) plus 0-1 year's relevant work experience or a Bachelor's Degree in a technical or natural science field

IT Background in experience and/or education

Customer service skills in a technical environment

Excellent communication and problem solving skills with a desire to grow technical skills

Ability to effectively communicate complex technical details and issues to both technical/non-technical staff/users

Ability to work in a 24/7/365 shift environment

Bachelor's degree is a plus as is command line Linux experience or knowledge e.g., Linux Certifications

Programming or scripting experience in any of these languages: C, C++, Java, Fortran, Perl, python, ruby, bash

Prior technical support experience

Ability to clear all NASA background checks for elevated privileges after hire in a reasonable timeframe

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. This position is offering an hourly pay rate of $24.44. Benefits offered may include healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.