Job location: Florida Polytechnic University South at PSC

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2018-06-15
Req: R584
Located along Florida’s I-4 High Tech Corridor, Florida Poly opened its doors in August 2014 as the state’s 12th university and the only one dedicated to core subjects in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM education). The non-traditional academic environment focuses on applied learning, specifically in technology and engineering. Small class sizes give faculty the opportunity to work closely with high-caliber students, and the most advanced technology, including a Supercomputer, 3D printing lab, media lab and nanotechnology lab, sets Florida Poly apart from other state universities. Florida Poly’s innovative approach to higher education allows students to learn strong fundamentals within a traditional university department structure, while giving them opportunities to apply their learning through research and projects in emerging high-tech concentrations like Cyber Security, Big Data Analytics, Machine Intelligence and more. The University partners closely with industry leading firms, and faculty members are rewarded for more than just publishing. Industry involvement, problem solving, and the commercialization of technology and research through start-ups and small businesses are encouraged. 

   

Job Title   

SR. HPC Systems Administrator   

Job Description Summary   

Florida’s only public university exclusively teaching science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) is looking for exceptional candidates to serve as the Sr. HPC Systems Administrator in the Technology Services Department.

Florida Polytechnic University opened its doors in 2014 to educate the next generation of high-tech business leaders in the STEM fields. The University emphasizes project-based learning and grounds its classes in real-world application. It was granted regional accreditation in 2017 by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Florida Poly’s innovative approach to higher education allows students to learn strong fundamentals within a traditional university department structure, while giving them opportunities to apply their learning through research and projects in emerging high-tech concentrations like Cyber Security, Big Data Analytics, Machine Intelligence and more.

Lakeland, home to Florida Polytechnic University’s modern campus, is located along the I-4 High Tech Corridor halfway between Tampa and Orlando. Our central Florida community combines small-town comfort with big-city culture. Florida’s High Tech Corridor is home to 11,000 high-tech businesses, and Polk County alone has more than 600,000 residents, four universities and one state college. Lakeland is just a 45-minute drive from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, professional sports teams, and thriving performing arts centers.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The position will monitor the performance of, create accounts for, and manage access to the Ember high-performance computing cluster environment, and will be responsible for performing routine system startup and shutdown procedures, applying patches, and performing updates and upgrades to maintain a stable environment (including performing data back-ups and disaster recovery operations). Lastly, this position will provide assistance in troubleshooting and resolving user/server issues in a timely manner with proper documentation.
This position is also responsible for maintaining Linux and VMWare based systems within the Technology & Support Services team. The position requires specialized knowledge in Linux server operating systems, networking technologies, and hardware platforms. This position is also required to have specialized knowledge of Linux administration in a VMware environment, including experience in shell scripting, as well as OS installation and patch management using automation tools such as Puppet. Furthermore, the position is responsible for the installation and support of platforms and systems on various Linux operating system; such as Nginx, Tomcat, and MySQL and associated middle tier applications.   

Job Description   

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Administration of Ember and Linux server systems, including systems running in a VMware virtualized environment.

·         Installation and support of middleware software such as Nginx, Tomcat, and MySQL.

·         Linux OS installation, configuration, monitoring, and patch management.

·         Provide troubleshooting support for escalated problems with operating systems and middle tier environments around supported systems.

·         Establishes or recommends policies and procedures for Linux and Ember system use and services.

·         Assists in the architecture and strategic direction of computing platforms and infrastructure, including overall direction for Linux systems performance and management.

·         Technical leadership for project-based assignments.

·         Working with cross-functional project teams to design and implement highly available solutions.

·         Providing technical documentation to project and operations teams as part of project deliverables.

·         Budget planning and management for the server and storage infrastructure, including tools and training activities.

·         Test software applications and systems.

·         Identify departmental needs and make suggestions regarding technical direction.

·         Implement self-service and automation capabilities for new server deployments using orchestration tools.

·         Manage outages, identify root cause and resolve all server issues within allowed service levels.

·         Work with customers to understand their requirements and provide design and implementation guidance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

·         Administration of Ember and Linux server systems, including systems running in a VMware virtualized environment.

·         Installation and support of middleware software such as Nginx, Tomcat, and MySQL.

·         Linux OS installation, configuration, monitoring, and patch management.

·         Provide troubleshooting support for escalated problems with operating systems and middle tier environments around supported systems.

·         Establishes or recommends policies and procedures for system use and services.

·         Assists in the architecture and strategic direction of computing platforms and infrastructure, including overall direction for Linux systems performance and management.

·         Technical leadership for project-based assignments.

·         Working with cross-functional project teams to design and implement highly available solutions.

·         Providing technical documentation to project and operations teams as part of project deliverables.

·         Budget planning and management for the server and storage infrastructure, including tools and training activities.

·         Test software applications and systems.

·         Identify departmental needs and make suggestions regarding technical direction.

·         Implement self-service and automation capabilities for new server deployments using orchestration tools.

·         Manage outages, identify root cause and resolve all server issues within allowed service levels.

·         Work with customers to understand their requirements and provide design and implementation guidance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

B.S. degree in STEM-related field plus five years of experience managing Linux servers and applications  (OR) an M.S. degree in a STEM-related field plus three years of experience managing Linux servers and applications. Work Experience may be substituted for education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• M.S. degree in STEM-related field
• Seven years of experience managing Linux servers and applications (OR) five years of experience managing Linux high-performance computing clusters.
• Two years of experience in higher education information technology.
• Two years of experience in higher education information technology
   

Certifications to include:

• VMWare Certified Professional
• RedHat Certified Engineer or RedHat Certified Architect

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• This position requires a criminal background check.
• This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE:  This position is salary exempt.  The normal work schedule is Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., however, occasional overtime (weekends and evenings) may be required.

TARGET HIRING SALARY:  $75,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience.

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE:  The position is open until filled.

Special Instructions Regarding Attachments:

 

Required attachments are listed on each posting.   Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered. 

 

An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. 

 

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.

 

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.

  

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.