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CAE HPC System Adminstrator

HPC Job Queuing & Workload Management * Administer, configure, and optimize HPC job scheduling environments, including IBM Spectrum LSF, Open PBS, or equivalent schedulers. * Design and tune job ...

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Summary: We are seeking a Senior HPC Linux Systems Administrator to support High-Performance Computing (HPC) infrastructure, AI computing environments, and scientific research platforms.

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HPC Linux Administrator

Oak Ridge, TN

HPC Linux Administrator Basic Qualifications: * A BS degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, business, science, or a related field of study and eight (8) to twelve ...

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Senior HPC System Administrator

Columbia, MD · On-site

$190K - $205K/yr

We are searching for a mission-driven HPC System Administrator to support the installation, configuration, and networking of UNIX and/or NT-based platforms.You'll be responsible for enterprise ...

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HPC Linux System Administrator

Houston, TX · On-site

We have an exciting opportunity for a HPC Linux System Administrator to join the team with MRI, a teammate company. Requisition Description: Are you excited about supporting NASA human spaceflight?

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for hpc administrator in the United States is $73,281.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $81,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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HPC Administrators are IT professionals responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing high-performance computing (HPC) systems. They install and configure hardware and software, monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure the security and efficiency of HPC clusters. Their work supports researchers and organizations that rely on large-scale computational power for scientific, engineering, or data-intensive applications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an HPC administrator?

To thrive as an HPC Administrator, you need expertise in Linux system administration, networking, and parallel computing, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with HPC-specific tools like Slurm, PBS, or LSF schedulers, as well as experience with cluster management, storage systems, and scripting languages, is essential. Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you resolve issues and collaborate with diverse technical teams. These skills ensure reliable, efficient, and secure operation of high-performance computing environments critical to research and enterprise objectives.

What are some common challenges faced by HPC administrators, and how can they be addressed?

HPC Administrators often encounter challenges such as managing complex cluster environments, ensuring high availability, and troubleshooting performance bottlenecks. Staying current with rapidly evolving hardware and software technologies is also essential. To address these challenges, administrators typically use robust monitoring tools, automate routine tasks, and participate in ongoing training or professional development. Collaboration with researchers and IT teams is vital for aligning system configurations with user needs and optimizing computational resources.

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HPC administration involves managing and maintaining high-performance computing systems used for complex calculations and data processing. It includes tasks such as system configuration, user management, job scheduling, and ensuring system security and performance, often using tools like job schedulers and monitoring software. HPC administrators need technical skills in Linux, scripting, and hardware management to support scientific, engineering, or research environments.
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Senior HPC System Administrator

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$77K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Overview

Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking a Senior HPC System Administrator to support a major national laboratory. 

The experienced and successful candidate shall work on independent tasks such as installation, upgrades, and troubleshooting within a team administering High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems. Administer Linux operating systems, including RHEL, Debian, CentOS, and Fedora. Develop and utilize scripting skills (e.g., shell, Python, Perl) for system administration tasks. Participate in all aspects of the HPC system lifecycle, including facility integration, standup, acceptance, and ongoing operations. Address all aspects of security, networks, filesystems, system software installation, and user support. Administer Linux operating systems in a clustered environment, including site integration with facilities, installation, upgrades, and troubleshooting. Utilize advanced scripting experience to enhance system administration efficiency. Manage various security components, such as LDAP, SSL certificates, and other third-party security products. Understand and work with HPC scheduling software (e.g., PBS, Moab, or SLURM), parallel filesystems (e.g., GPFS, Lustre), and interconnects (e.g., Infiniband, OmniPath, Aries). Develop infrastructure or system management enhancements necessary for the efficient operation of large-scale, advanced technology, or prototype systems. Collaborate with vendors and external partners to enable functionalities or diagnose issues on HPC systems. Work with research staff to support non-standard functionalities and pre-release software on HPC systems.

Responsibilities

On any given day, you may be called on to:

  • Install/provision/upgrade systems at scale, using configuration management and automation tools across multiple environments.
  • Configure and monitor the state of the HPC storage systems using software utilities, shell scripts, and command line interfaces.
  • Identify and troubleshoot a variety of issues, as well as test and implement solutions to such issues.
  • Work with HPC team and vendors in the delivery and deployment of large storage systems, to include facilities staff and hardware engineers.
  • Actively seek opportunities to broaden and deepen your knowledge base and proficiencies.
  • Build your professional development through mentorship partners and informal training.
Qualifications
  • BS in relevant discipline plus minimum 5 years or more years of directly related experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the job or a total of 11 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoE Q Clearance.
  • Must Be US Citizen
  • Work is performed on site and therefore candidate must reside in the Albuquerque area.

Required Skills:

  • Extensive experience as a Linux Systems Administrator performing all activities such as installation, system integration, image development, patching, upgrades, and complex problem resolution.
  • Demonstrated experience in hardware systems analysis to determine system requirements, define system design (integrating hardware and software requirements), develop system architectures, and assess functionality and performance of systems.
  • Ability to work independently and within a team.

About Us: 

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2025.

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law. #LI-VA1

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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