GIGATEC Engineering

HPC Linux Systems & Infrastructure Engineer

GIGATEC Engineering  •  Onsite  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Perks and Benefits

  • 100% Paid Healthcare
  • 10% 401k in every paycheck
  • 100% Fully Vested!!!

NOTE – Our positions require a Top Secret clearance, as well as the favorable completion of a polygraph. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment Visa.

What You’ll Be Doing (We don’t love the bullet points, but we love the work!)

Explore the engineering behind large-scale computing—from the hardware that delivers performance to the automation that keeps it running. At GIGATEC, you’ll collaborate with product owners, program managers, hardware engineers, networking and storage teams, system administrators, and customer stakeholders to deliver reliable, service-focused hardware capabilities supporting the Agency’s STE/STN objectives. You’ll administer Linux cluster environments, automate operational and maintenance tasks with Bash and Python, and integrate software, storage, virtualization, and container technologies while maintaining security compliance. You’ll also create and maintain clear technical documentation that connects teams, preserves engineering knowledge, and supports long-term system sustainment. If you’re curious about how every layer fits together, this role gives you complex systems to understand and meaningful problems to solve.

Required Skills

  • Demonstrated Linux systems administration experience and command-line proficiency.
  • Bash and Python scripting to automate operational and maintenance tasks.
  • Experience installing, configuring, and supporting COTS, GOTS, and FOSS software across large-scale Linux clusters.
  • Familiarity with Agency STE/STN security compliance requirements and established policies.
  • Broad understanding of server components, including compute, storage arrays, network fabrics, memory architectures, and database technologies.
  • Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and experience with SaltStack and Ansible.
  • Hands-on knowledge of Docker, Podman, and containerd.
  • Familiarity with Fibre Channel–attached storage systems.
  • Familiarity with Oracle Linux Virtualization Manager (OLVM) for managing virtualized Linux environments.

Desired Skills

  • Familiarity with Kubernetes container orchestration.
  • Familiarity with distributed file systems such as Weka, Ceph, GPFS, and HDFS.
  • Experience with Jira and Confluence.
  • Maintains a professional relationship with coffee and a recreational interest in witty exchanges.☕
GIGATEC Engineering

About GIGATEC Engineering

At GIGATEC, we specialize in engineering advancements across cybersecurity, software development, and systems integration. Our expertise in Systems, Cloud, and Data Engineering allows us to deliver robust, tailored solutions for the evolving digital landscape. As a trusted defense partner, we enhance security protocols and innovate to enable mission success.

Cybersecurity: Our cybersecurity efforts are centered on protecting our clients' most critical assets. We utilize leading-edge technologies and methodologies to defend against cyber threats, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and availability across all platforms and systems.

Software Development: Our software development capabilities are comprehensive, encompassing everything from initial system planning and design to implementation and maintenance. Our skilled developers and engineers specialize in creating scalable, efficient, and secure software solutions that drive business success.

Systems Integration: By integrating Systems, Cloud, and Data Engineering, we ensure that all components work seamlessly together, enhancing system functionality and performance. Our strategic approach to cloud and data engineering allows us to optimize data workflows and infrastructure, thereby enabling more efficient and effective processing and storage solutions.

Our Culture: We cultivate a workplace steeped in camaraderie and a sense of belonging, where laughter and upskilling are encouraged. We empower our team to achieve excellence and serve our customers passionately. We celebrate our successes together, making a significant impact with a smile. After all, we believe that the best sparks of problem solving often fly in the midst of a good laugh and a strong cup of coffee!

If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact in mission-critical areas and be a part of a team dedicated to excellence, we invite you to connect with us. Let’s explore how we can collaborate to protect and defend against cyber threats.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Columbia, MD
Year Founded
Unknown
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