Systems Research and Development Engineer

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

We are seeking a Systems Research and Development Engineer to join our Visual Analytics team in Key West, FL of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) toprovide expertise in the design and operation of infrastructure to support the operation and needs of systems and applications, provide strategy to design and build infrastructure plans based on business requirements, and oversee the implementation of new system technologies.

Your working location will be fully on-site in Key West, FL.

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

You will:

• Administration of various operating system distributions and applications
• Ensure systems and software are patched, secured, and updated
• Develop processes and practices for design, maintenance, and secure operation of systems in compliance with US government standards
• Develop prototypes of appropriate infrastructure, hardware, and associated systems
• Collaborate with unit leaders and stakeholders to analyze business needs to define an architectural strategy
• Provide functional knowledge of systems and manage end user relationships with system and technical teams
• Conduct research on emerging technologies
• Recommend new technology solutions or create solutions to existing systems to increase performance, efficiency, reliability, and security
• Provide project leadership and management for new or existing systems, upgrades, and maintenance
• Serve as technical liaison with other departments and organizations to implement, integrate, review, and evaluate technologies and services
• Interface with University, national, and/or international organizations to resolve service-related issues
• Participate in the development, testing, and implementation of contingency plans
• Research, establish, and maintain architectural processes and documentation and enforce the standards, policies, and procedures
• Lead and provide technical guidance to staff and teams
• Develop training program for other staff

This position can be filled at multiple levels depending on education and experience. Minimally requires a Bachelors' degree in an Engineering or Science Discipline plus 2 years' related experience. Additional education and/or experience required for higher level positions.

Required experience/knowledge include:

• Enterprise level administration of both Windows and Linux systems
• Exposure to or experience operating within a DoD type environment; including knowledge in NIST/ISO standards, DoD directives, and regulatory requirements (800-171/53 and STIGs)
• A current security related certification (Security+, CASP+, CySA+, or similar)
• Experience implementing and maintaining a DevSecOps workflow

Preferred experience/knowledge includes:

• VMware and ESXi
• Linux & Windows administration
• Automation of administration tasks with Apache NiFi and similar tools
• Containerization technologies to include Docker and Podman
• Active TS/SCI clearance

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation. You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.

ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part ofour workforce.

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

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:

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