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POSITION SPECIFICS

We are searching for a self-motivated, customer service focused Systems Administrator to join our Research Operations Information Technology (IT) Division at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. This position will support ARL’s West Coast operations, with the primary location being in Keyport, Washington. The Research Office IT Division provides systems design, administration, and support services for the enablement of key research functions.

ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:

Provide a broad scope of IT and technical support for ARL’s West Coast operations
Ensure IT hardware and software follow proper system design, operations, configurations, and maintenance requirements
Update, modernize, and maintain existing test and evaluation systems to ensure reliable operation
Generate and maintain system and process documentation
Provide general consultative services to researchers on a broad scope of technology
Support field/in-water testing of underwater vehicles geared towards vehicle development

Required skills/experience areas include:

Advanced Linux and Windows administration and support
Fundamental understanding of networking concepts and technologies
Broad scope of IT hardware (server, workstation, networking, peripherals, etc.)
Demonstrated ability to work through difficult technical problems, using proper steps to define and formulate ideas to reach a solution
Success in environments where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective

Preferred skills/experience areas include:

Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required
Familiarity with DCSA, DoD, and/or IC Authorization to operate processes, procedures, and frameworks
Automation and management of Linux and Windows system configurations with scripting, policy, and management tools (shell scripting, Satellite, Puppet, Ansible, MCM, system and group policy, etc.)
Host firewalls, endpoint security, and vulnerability scanning tools
Research computing environments and projects
Knowledge of general scripting languages (Bash, PowerShell, Python, etc.)

Your working location will be fully on-site, located in Keyport, Washington. This position will require <20% periodic travel to remote locations in support of testing.

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

If filled as Systems Administrator - Senior Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None If filled as Systems Administrator - Principal Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree 8+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None

ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $86,300.00 - $145,700.00.**THE PROPOSED SALARY RANGE MAY BE IMPACTED BY GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENTIAL**

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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