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Linux Administrator SME

Excelque, Inc
Herndon, VA Contractor
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an AIS degree required plus 10 years of experience
A minimum of 5 years of experience developing system software in heterogeneous, multi-platform environments
Proficiency in Bourne/Bash and Expect scripting
Proficiency in debugging issues with the Linux kernel including examining source code, system logs, and using tools such a crash and systemtap.
Experience with managing Satellite repositories to apply patches and build custom kernels as required to implement functionality or address security concerns
Familiarity with automating approaches to configuring and maintaining (e.g. patching) systems using Ansible and Satellite Server
Understanding and experience working with identity management systems including LDAP and token-based authentication systems
Must have active TS//SCI with CI Poly to start
Duties and Responsibilities:
Automation of all tasking, debugging, and other day-to-day functions
Create backups and migrate them to tape for long term storage
Work with users one-on-one to solve their access and computer problems
Install software libraries functioning in RHEL/SE Linux environment using Bash and/or Expect scripting built from a template while following program procedures
Apply best practices in software engineering, delivering projects on time and with excellent quality
Provide support to security and administration staff as well as end users to resolve issues
Modify existing scripting to correct errors and/or improve performance
Provide SME level Linux support to the O&M staff
Create and/or update comprehensive documentation on all aspects of the contracts computer support
Must have active TS//SCI with CI Poly to start
Desired Skills
Familiarity with High Performance Computing (HPC) environment and related technologies
Familiarity with Infiniband or Omni-Path high speed fabrics, including subnet management, IPoIB and/or IPoOPA mechanisms, fabric topology and health monitoring and integration with MPI
Experience with Lustre, NFS, and other direct attach file systems
Experience with Ethernet networking
Experience with RDMA communications (InfiniBand and OmniPath)
Knowledge of Python, Perl, Korn, and other shell scripting
Experience with revision control software (CVS, SVN, Git)
SE Linux experience: configuration and policy
Demonstrated ability to analyze, debug and maintain the integrity of an existing scripting base
Demonstrated organization skills to balance and prioritize work, and ability to multitask
Demonstrated communication skills to communicate with support personnel, customer, and managers
Excellent written and oral communication and people skills; excellent time management and organizational skill

Salary : $90 - $100

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