Principal Linux DevOps Analyst

Bachelor’s degree in a computer related field or equivalent computer-related experience with at least 8 years of relevant, progressively responsible experience.

Demonstrate advanced knowledge of technical principles, theories, standards, practices and procedures in software development or database administration. Ability to lead complex projects that may involve collaboration with multiple IT sections, other departments, consultants, as well as outside business units. Must be willing to accept responsibility in new areas and possess the level of technical and analytical skills that will provide successful outcomes to those assignments. Must have expert experience in broad range of tools and technology used by NNSS. Must have the aptitude and desire to continually learn about new tools and technology and have the ability to evaluate the best solution for stated problems. Experience handling dependencies in a secure/air-gapped environment. Familiarity with mainstream programming languages (Python, C/C++, etc.) and building/compiling code from source.

Familiarity with OT Systems. Familiarity with Experimental Physics and Industrial Control System (EPICS). Familiarity with GitLab, JFrog, Ansible, Satellite, Podman. Building and running AI, ML, and data science workloads with containers Familiarity with GPU Clusters. The primary work location will be in the forward areas at the Nevada National Security Site (forward areas are approximately 90 miles from North Las Vegas) with some work occasionally performed at the Losee Road facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada. The PULSE facility is located in the forward areas of the NNSS. Work schedule for this position will be 4/10’s, Monday – Thursday (subject to change). Limited travel is required. Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. In addition, Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age. Reference DOE Order 472.2 , “Personnel Security”. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Department of Energy Q Clearance (position will be cleared to this level). Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR Part 707.4 , “Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites,” will be conducted. Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation, required to participate in subsequent reinvestigations, and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation, which may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, may also be required. Reference 10 CFR Part 709 , “Counterintelligence Evaluation Program.”

MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

Annual salary range for this position is: $118,560.00 - $180,814.40

Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.