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　　JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

　　We are searching for a Systems Administrator to join our Computing Services Department at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. 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).

　　The successful candidate will identify system problems and recommend solutions, provide escalated end-user support, and assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of services and operating systems software.

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

　　You will:

　　Identify service-related issues, recommend solutions, and escalate as necessary

　　Maintain current and correct documentation

　　Scan computers for security vulnerabilities using available tools

　　Work with Office of Information Security to detect misuse and violations and report to appropriate personnel

　　Install and maintain anti-virus software

　　Remove unneeded services and software

　　Maintain adequate system logs and backups

　　Communicate with employees and partners before and during security incidents

　　Educate employees on security policies and their responsibilities

　　Apply vendor-supplied fixes necessary to repair security vulnerabilities

　　Assist in the evaluation of potential equipment, components, and software

　　Assist in developing plans, schedules, and requirements for the deployment of systems

　　Assist in developing effective processes and procedures that impact systems

　　Document and understand the local technical environment

　　This position will be filled as a Level 1. Typical requirements include an Associate’s Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

　　Required skills/experience areas include:

　　Linux administration

　　Preferred skills/experience areas include:

　　Windows administration

　　Advanced Linux administration

　　VMware

　　LDAP authentication and management

　　Enterprise storage resource management

　　Systems management (e.g., SCCM, Ansible, Red Hat Satellite, PDQ)

　　Systems integration in a heterogeneous network environment

　　Active Directory/Group Policy

　　Networking skills

　　An active, favorable secret (Tier 3) clearance

　　Your working location can be hybrid on-site/work from home or fully on-site, located in State College, PA.

　　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.

　　You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

　　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 of our workforce.

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

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

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