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Cymertek Corporation

HPC Software Architect

Reston, VA · On-site

HPC Software Architect LOCATION Reston, VA 20190 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this ... With direct access to company leadership, a laid‑back and inclusive atmosphere, and exceptional ...

Cymertek Corporation

HPC Software Architect

Herndon, VA · Hybrid

HPC Software ArchitectLOCATIONReston, VA 20190CLEARANCETS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position ... With direct access to company leadership, a laid-back and inclusive atmosphere, and exceptional ...

Cymertek

HPC Software Architect

Honolulu, HI · On-site

HPC Software Architect LOCATION Honolulu, HI 96815 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this ... With direct access to company leadership, a laid-back and inclusive atmosphere, and exceptional ...

Cymertek

HPC Software Architect

Aurora, CO · On-site

HPC Software Architect LOCATION Aurora, CO 80014 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this ... With direct access to company leadership, a laid-back and inclusive atmosphere, and exceptional ...

Viridiengroup

HPC Architecture Leader

Houston, TX · On-site

$52.75 - $72.25/hr

## HPC Architecture LeaderApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Houston, United States of Americatime ... Demonstrated people leadership (direct or dotted-line): mentoring, coaching, setting expectations ...

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What is an HPC director?

HPC Directors are senior leaders responsible for overseeing high-performance computing (HPC) operations within an organization or research institution. They manage HPC facilities, set strategic directions, and ensure that computing resources meet the needs of scientists, engineers, and other users. Their responsibilities often include budget management, staff leadership, resource allocation, and collaboration with stakeholders. HPC Directors also stay abreast of emerging technologies to keep their organizations at the forefront of scientific computing.

What are some common challenges faced by an HPC director in managing large-scale computing resources?

HPC Directors often encounter challenges such as balancing competing demands for computing resources among multiple research groups, ensuring data security and compliance, and keeping up with rapidly evolving technology. Additionally, they may need to address issues related to system scalability, maintenance, and user support. Effective communication with stakeholders and fostering collaboration between IT staff, researchers, and external partners are also crucial for the success of high-performance computing initiatives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an HPC director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an HPC Director, you need deep expertise in high-performance computing, IT infrastructure management, and a relevant advanced degree, often in computer science or engineering. Familiarity with supercomputing architectures, parallel programming, cluster management systems, and certifications such as PMP or ITIL are highly valuable. Strong leadership, strategic vision, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing teams and collaborating with stakeholders. These competencies ensure the efficient operation, innovation, and alignment of HPC resources with organizational goals.

What is the difference between Hpc Director vs Hpc Manager?

AspectHpc DirectorHpc Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire HPC operations, strategic planning, and high-level decision-makingManages daily HPC team activities, project execution, and technical support
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees in computer science or related fields, leadership experienceRelevant technical certifications, experience in HPC environments
Work EnvironmentExecutive-level, strategic, often in large research or corporate settingsOperational, technical, team-focused in data centers or research labs

The Hpc Director focuses on strategic leadership and overall HPC program management, while the Hpc Manager handles daily operations and technical team supervision. Both roles require technical expertise, but the Director emphasizes planning and high-level oversight, whereas the Manager concentrates on execution and team coordination.

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IT Project Manager-High Performance Computing, Top Secret Clearance

Arlington, VA • On-site

Blue Sky Innovators
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$113K - $134K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
Blue Sky Innovators is seeking an IT Project Manager to provide principal-level advisory and thought leadership to senior DARPA executives. This role focuses on shaping the agency's cybersecurity approach across advanced technology portfolios and requires extensive experience in IT Project Management with a focus on High Performance Computing.
Responsibilities:
• Provide primary support to the government’s HPC Director, Support to the HPC Director.
• Maintain close communication between PM/OD personnel and the HPC Director regarding current and future HPC requirements across the agency.
• Support the HPC Director in overall HPC Strategy Development and Execution for the agency.
• Engaging with external DoW partners and investors in HPC related initiatives.
• Serve as DARPA’s Service/Agency Approval Authority (S/AAA) within the DoD HPCMP ecosystem to liaison with DARPA program managers and their contracted scientists and engineers to secure computational resources on their behalf.
• Allocate DARPA-assigned CPU compute hours on HPCMP and DARPA systems.
• Provide day-to-day linkage with DARPA organizations, the HPCMP and other S/AAAs across the HPCMP community.
• Ensure Project Leaders and authorized HPCMP users are performing work in support of DARPA and the DoD.
• Implement HPC requirements surveys, resource allocation, resource monitoring and resource reallocation.
• Provide guidance to users on which HPC assets are appropriate for their projects.
• Trade allocations with other S/AAAs across the HPCMP community.
• Under the agile methodology, serve as a Product Manager for any DARPA HPC projects to develop acceptance criteria defining desirable, viable, feasible, and sustainable solutions that meet customer needs.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Must have demonstrated a minimum of five (5) years of experience supporting HPC requirements, services, equities or customers within USG HPC communities, such as the DOD
• High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP)
• Minimum Top-Secret clearance, eligible for access to SCI and SAP
Company:
Blue Sky Innovators is a technology company in DoD and IC. Founded in 2013, the company is headquartered in Arlington, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.

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