NASA Computer Systems Engineer

Description

SAIC is seeking a Computer Systems Engineer to support the Ocean Biology Processing Group at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC).

The Ocean Biology Processing Group (~~~) at GSFC is a world leader in satellite-based remote sensing of the ocean. The OBPG operations include a 24x7 satellite data ingestion, processing and distribution facility with over 10PB of capacity as well as support for data analysis and software development environments. This position will support the operations, upgrading and maintenance of the OBPG computing systems.

Job Description:

• Configure and maintain the reliable operation of computer and network servers

• Install and upgrade computer components and software

• Manage virtual servers, and integrate automation processes

• Perform preventive maintenance on the operating systems as well as repair to system/environment problems

• Monitor and troubleshoot hardware and software errors

• Maintain and update OS and application software and firmware in both server and end-user environments

• Evaluate, test and recommend procedural, hardware and software solutions to address project needs

• Comply with NASA IT security, configuration and patching policies

• Monitor cloud security scans for vulnerabilities.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years related experience

Desired Education:

• Bachelor's degree in related technical discipline

Required skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of Linux/Unix systems engineering/administration experience

• Support of Linux server and workstation configurations (Red Hat and Ubuntu preferred)

• Good interpersonal skills for end-user support, the ability to work independently to resolve system issues and good documentation skills

• Must pass a NASA background check for System Administrators

Desired skills:

• Experience working in the NASA computing environment

• Experience with the Amazon Web Services computing environment

• Experience with Bigfix, SentinelOne, Splunk, Qualys, or Snyk applications

• Linux cloud computing/container software and administration (Docker / Kubernetes)

• Automation of administration and compliance with tools such as Ansible

Clearance:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site. REQNUMBER: 2414690

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