High Performance Computing (HPC) Linux System Administrator needed for a Direct Hire opportunity with SOC's client to work onsite in Riverton, Utah.
Job Description:
TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly clearance REQUIRED
US citizenship is required
Location: Onsite Fulltime Riverton, Utah
*Not a remote or hybrid role*
* Linux Systems Administrator to provide system management, daily monitoring
and optimization.
* Work as an active member of the client partner account team, interacting with
the Service Delivery Manager, Sales, the customer, and site staff
* Answer customer inquiries concerning system software versions, product
lifecycles, new releases, and third-party applications
* Maintain the Linux system availability to the end customer, but also create and
document site procedures, system diagrams, and other configuration or
support documents
* Maintain system software and firmware revisions, including patches, updates,
and OS upgrades
* Solve system hardware, software, and third-party software issues, and
provide detailed and thoughtful analysis of problem and solution
* Gather data, perform analysis, and escalate problems to higher-level product
support groups and appropriate management when necessary to ensure
timely resolution of system or customer issues
* Implement solutions, repairs and workarounds, fully documenting steps taken
when required
* Document and share troubleshooting techniques, new ideas, and utilities to
help develop and grow organizational knowledge
* Manage software issues for both the system and user applications,
submitting and tracking bugs as required
Required Knowledge and Skills:
* Linux operating systems (RHEL or SLES), workload management systems,
parallel file systems, networking and security
* Technical skills to investigate and resolve complex problems
* Direct experience and demonstrated proficiency with multiple programming
and scripting languages (e.g. Perl, Python, C, etc.) preferred
* Ability to maintain system software, utilizing debugging tools for problem
isolation; will perform software builds, software upgrades, and patch
installation as needed
* Possess the organizational and analytical skills needed to effectively isolate
both hardware and software problems and drive solutions through to
conclusion
* Able to clearly document processes and procedures with a focus toward
mentoring and knowledge sharing
Required Education and Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related area of study
OR equivalent work experience
* 3+ years' HPC-related experience, ideally with large-scale HPC and parallel
file system administration and support
* IT Security certification CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or equivalent
* Linux certification RHCSA, CompTIA Linux+, or equivalent
Additional Skills:
Accountability, Accountability, Active Learning, Active Listening, Bias, Business Growth, Client Expectations Management, Coaching, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Customer Centric Solutions, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Design Thinking, Empathy, Follow-Through, Growth Mindset, Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Intellectual Curiosity, Long Term Planning, Managing Ambiguity, Process Improvements, Product Services, Relationship Building
What the Client Partner can Offer You:
Health & Wellbeing
Provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional Development
Invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. The client partner has specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have - whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Employment Prerequisites
The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation and drug urinalysis.
SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations, which may have been provided by job boards. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Estimated Min Rate: $180000.00
Estimated Max Rate: $200000.00
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SOC LLC
Jan 30, 2026