Lobos System Adminstrator
(ID: 2026-3848)
Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Axle is seeking a Lobos System Adminstrator to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) located in Bethesda, MD.
Benefits We Offer:
100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
401K match up to 5%
Educational Benefits for Career Growth
Employee Referral Bonus
Flexible Spending Accounts:
Healthcare (FSA)
Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
Position Information:
The purpose of this position is to support the Linux-based high-performance computing infrastructure used by NHLBI’s Laboratory of Computational Biology for simulations, modeling, and other scientific research. The SOW requires the contractor to “maintain the LoBoS cluster in good working order,” install and troubleshoot the “Linux operating system,” and support “scientific application programs, scientific databases, programming languages, and tools.” It also requires the contractor to “provision and monitor network storage systems,” perform security patching, and “assist in technology tracking for the purposes of upgrading the LoBoS cluster to continue to support scientific workflows needed by the Lab.
Additional Qualifications:
Certifications & Licenses
Bachelor's or Master's degree
At least five (5) years of experience in Linux System Administration and/or High-Performance Computing (HPC).
Minimum fourteen (14) years of progressively responsible professional experience, including experience directing a major program, division, or operational unit.
Minimum fourteen (14) years of progressively responsible professional experience, including experience directing a major program, division, or operational unit.
Familiarity with one or more scripting languages.
Additional experience in the following is ideal:
LDAP.
MPI.
Virtualization and containers.
Batch queuing systems such as Slurm.
Field of Study
Computer Science
Mathematics and Computer Science
Software
Expertise with the Microsoft Office Suite and other business-analysis software and applications.
Skills
Demonstrated ability to conduct needs assessments and develop recommendations for improving current operations.
Experience collaborating with technical and nontechnical professionals to develop recommendations for current and future initiatives.
Ability to advise management and staff on the formulation of new strategies and the resolution of sensitive or complex issues.
Experience developing and implementing proactive programs tailored to specific audiences.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to work effectively with staff, management, and other professionals in a collaborative, consultative, and results-oriented environment.
Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to investigate and respond to inquiries concerning policies and operational issues.
Advanced experience in strategy design, implementation, and evaluation.
Proven network troubleshooting skills.
Deliverables:
Run Validation - Weekly
Inspect Equipment - Weekly
Meet with lab members to present updates - Bi-Weekly
Statement of Work Details:
Maintain the LoBoS cluster in good working order and support the reliable operation of associated systems, equipment, and services. - 1
Maintain the two physical LoBoS cluster spaces, ensuring that facilities, hardware, and related operational requirements are properly coordinated and addressed. - 2
Conduct needs assessments and develop recommendations for improving current LoBoS operations, infrastructure, and support processes. - 3
Advise management and staff on sensitive, complex, or technically challenging LoBoS issues and recommend proactive strategies for addressing them. - 4
Provides executive experience needed to conduct needs assessments and develop recommendations for improvements of current operations.
Provide strategic management planning and execution, business management, strategic planning, process improvement, metric assessment and measurement, acquisition planning, program management and governance.
Provide advisory services on a full range of issues relating to administrative management and operational support of the Division.
Collaborate with staff on program development, contract management, and Institute operations.
Plan and implement solutions to address gaps and improve performance related to general management practices, management of scientific projects and programs
Assist with technology tracking and conduct research and analysis to identify modernization, replacement, and upgrade requirements necessary to ensure that LoBoS continues to support the Lab’s scientific workflows.
Collaborates with other professionals to develop recommendations for current and future initiatives.
Provide creative counsel on data reporting and formatting.
Provide advisory services and staff support to executives and senior managers on a full range of issues related to the support of all divisions and centers.
Monitor system security, identify anomalies, conduct research and analysis, and recommend or implement appropriate resolutions.
Advises management and staff on formulation of new strategies and sensitive or complicated issues.
Work with staff to build and guide the execution of individual project plans for prioritized initiatives; manage and track the status.
Collaborate with staff on the alignment of any proposed changes to enhance the delivery of services and organizational development within the Institute.
Provide advice on emerging issues affecting
Work with staff to define a target state for the organization, processes, tools and technology required to meet the evolving needs of the Institute, including responsiveness to scientific and technological advances.
Collaborate effectively with NIH management, staff, users, and other professionals to implement improvements and resolve operational issues.
Works with staff to develop and implement new and proactive programs geared to specific audiences.
Determine solutions to overcome barriers, fill needs, respond to scientific opportunities and develop collaborative solutions.
Provide input on complex inquiries.
Review budget spreadsheets and answer questions related to the budget.
Perform research in support of strategic planning.
Provide recommendations for internal management, risk assessment and deployment of assets.
Work collaboratively with NIH staff and other technical and administrative professionals to maintain LoBoS’s Authority to Operate (ATO).
Assist in developing and implementing proactive programs and improvements tailored to the needs of LoBoS users and the scientific workflows supported by the Lab.
Assist in managing the budget for LoBoS maintenance and upgrades, including researching requirements, evaluating alternatives, developing recommendations, and supporting implementation.
Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot the following: Linux operating systems, hardware, including desktops, servers, and related infrastructure.
Conducts research and analysis to proactively address and respond to inquires on various policies and issues.
Work with staff to develop dynamic web-based and educational content for the program.
Lead and/or attend and participate in working groups, meetings and conferences.
Attend national scientific conferences to provide information on programs; present scientific reports; identify potential collaborators.
Identify Institute-wide digital strategy and target audiences and translate the strategy into user-friendly interfaces that successfully present content, features and functionality appropriately for each audience.
Perform system patching and other corrective actions to address known vulnerabilities and support ongoing security and operational requirements.
Coordinate with NIH staff and other professionals to develop recommendations for current and future technology, infrastructure, and operational initiatives.
Provide timely responses to inquiries concerning LoBoS policies, security, operations, technology, and infrastructure.
Coordinates and advances professional development and research done by others in areas where other mechanisms may not be optimal due to time constraints or other issues.
Participate in audits, trainings and site visits as needed.
Provide facilitation and training for staff.
Coordinate and advance professional development, technical documentation, and research activities related to LoBoS operations, particularly when standard processes or mechanisms are not optimal because of time constraints or other operational considerations.
Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.
The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.
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This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.
Salary Range
$110,000—$120,000 USD