Research Computing Systems Engineer - Military Veterans

Stanford Research Computing is looking for a talented system administrator to join our team of collaborative and innovative professionals helping Stanford's faculty and students use advanced computing and data tools to explore new frontiers in knowledge and solve some of humanity's most urgent problems. Our staff work directly with some of the world's top researchers in a broad range of disciplines, across all of Stanford's seven schools -- while also supporting and learning from each other in cross-project endeavors. We maintain and steadily improve an advanced research computing facility, and we support a variety of environments for Stanford research. In Stanford Research Computing, you'll have a rare opportunity to contribute to discoveries and inventions that have global reach and positive impact, and to share in the curiosity and commitment of the scholars and scientists who lead these projects.

This position focuses on system administration, architecture and support for computing environments for secure data. This role is both systems-facing and researcher-facing. In it, you will put to use your in-depth knowledge of Linux, your system administration experience, your passion for supporting ground-breaking research, and your expertise in automation, containerization and cloud-native tools on a daily basis.

As a subject matter expert, you will plan, install, configure, optimize, secure, monitor and maintain research platforms for analyzing regulated or otherwise high-risk data. You will develop long-term strategic and capacity utilization plans and serve as a key advisory resource regarding such systems in the university's information technology ecosystem. The scope of this role includes both local and cloud-hosted computing and storage environments, though the primary emphasis for your work will be the on-prem linux-based compute and storage environment.

Specifically, you will :

• Manage the day-to-day system administration of Linux-based computing and storage environments in alignment with necessary university, regulatory, and/or contractual security and privacy requirements.
• Work with team members to architect the next generation of protected research computing environments; help lead requirements gathering, cost analyses, planning and business case development.
• Script and enhance automated provisioning and configuration management of the environment, ensuring consistency and compatibility across both on-prem and cloud platforms.
• Meet routinely with stakeholders to understand existing challenges, anticipated needs, and opportunities for closer collaboration.
• Acquire, install, deploy and configure new systems in the environment, securing to the required specifications and documenting system management processes and workflows.
• Monitor systems and respond to incidents.
• Troubleshoot, perform root cause analyses and resolve system and software problems with users, peers, vendors and other IT organizations
• Triage researchers' requests and resolve problems.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Linux system administration
• Software installation and testing
• Job scheduler/workload management experience (i.e. Slurm)
• Networking experience (ex: switch/port configuration, VLAN tagging, bonding, firewall, VPN),
• Storage experience and expertise (i.e. distributed file systems, NFS, quotas, backups)
• Scripting automation (i.e. Ansible, Python, Bash)
• Container technologies (i.e. Docker, Singularity)
• Version control
• Server hardening, patching and vulnerability mitigation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving and technical troubleshooting
• Stay current with applicable data protection regulations
• Incident response and resolution

Physical Requirements

• Routinely perform server installation, troubleshooting and repairs at data center
• Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks
• Occasionally lift/carry/push/pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to meet in-person with researchers and colleagues at Stanford research sites or on the Stanford campus

Minimum Requirements :
Education and Experience : Bachelor's degree and ten years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Familiarity with current security trends, requirements and commonly adopted frameworks (i.e. HIPAA, NIST, CMMC).
• 5 years of experience as a Linux system administrator.
• Ability to self-motivate and learn new skills/technologies quickly.

Working Conditions
Hybrid position, working on-site at Stanford campus for at least 3 days a week through the first 9 months of employment; typically at least 2 days a week thereafter.

• Travel on campus to schools/units, occasional out of town travel.
• Occasionally exposed to high voltage electricity, noise >80dB TWA, confined spaces, hot temperatures in data center environments.
• Core work hours of 9 am - 5 pm Pacific.
• Extended hours and weekend work required occasionally, and rotation of on- and off-site responsibilities during winter closure.

The expected pay range for this position is $ $184,630 to $190,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website ( https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for You :
Imagine a world without search engines. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enriched the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow . We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, and course auditing. Join a TedTalk, watch a film screening, or listen to renowned authors or global leaders speak.
• A caring culture . We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
• A healthier you . Choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We provide excellent health care benefits.
• Discovery and fun . Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources . Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form .

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4834
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: L
• Requisition ID: 105650
• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible