HPC Administrator (Linux)

TL;DR

HPC Administrator (Linux): Administering and maintaining high-performance computing environments and workload scheduling platforms with an accent on GPU infrastructure, Linux system administration, and security compliance. Focus on optimizing resource allocation for engineering applications, managing NVIDIA/CUDA stacks, and ensuring adherence to NIST/CMMC standards.

Location: Must be aligned with EST time zone (USA); background checks required.

Company

A privately held technology solutions provider offering best-in-class services to local, national, and global organizations.

What you will do

• Administer Altair Access, PBS Professional, and Slurm workload scheduling environments.
• Install, configure, and support engineering applications including ANSYS, STAR-CCM+, and SIMPACK.
• Maintain GPU infrastructure, including NVIDIA drivers, CUDA toolkits, and fabric management.
• Perform OS patching, firmware upgrades, and security vulnerability management.
• Develop automation solutions and infrastructure-as-code practices to improve efficiency.
• Ensure strict compliance with CMMC, NIST 800-171, and export control standards.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience administering Linux systems in enterprise or HPC environments.
• Hands-on experience with PBS Professional, Slurm, or similar workload schedulers.
• Strong knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or comparable distributions.
• Experience administering GPU-based computing platforms (NVIDIA GPUs, CUDA).
• Proficiency with scripting and automation using Python and Bash.
• Experience with container technologies such as Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Collaborative environment focused on leadership, technology, and integrity.
• Support for motivated professionals in a high-growth technology setting.