In support of the High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP) Integrated Technical Services (HITS) task order contract, Leidos has a need for a Storage System Administrator who will support the daily administration of storage environment across a diverse set of applications utilizing HSM (hierarchical storage manager) management software. This includes general storage administration tasks, storage software and hardware support, storage device configuration, support of daily backups, monitoring of storage devices, storage performance tuning and troubleshooting. The successful candidate will support mass storage archive needs in an environment consisting of standalone, virtual machine, and large scale High Performance Computing (HPC) cluster based systems.
Required Education and Clearance,
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of experience (additional experience may be substituted for the degree)
- Active security clearance and ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
- Ability to maintain DoD 8570 certification - Security + and OS cert, Linux+, RedHat, etc. (90 day waiver may be provided to obtain the OS certification)
Required Experience and Knowledge,
- General knowledge of Linux and Unix operating systems concepts
- Experience with HSM software such as SAMQFS and Versity Storage Manager.
- Experience and understanding in enterprise backup and data protection technologies such as Veritas NetBackup.
- Tape library and drive storage experience
- Experience working with Tape Backup or long-term Archive Software
- Excellent customer interaction skills including written and verbal communication
- Team oriented individual capable of multi-tasking in a dynamic, demanding environment
- Organizational skills to balance and prioritize work in a dynamic work environment, and persistence to follow-through on tasks
- Ability to provide clear documentation on system administration procedures for routine and complex tasks.
- General understanding of Storage environments such as IBM Elastic Storage Server (ESS), Seagate, LSI, or Oracle storage systems, Oracle large scale tape libraries, IBM tape libraries, IBM and Oracle Enterprise class tape drives, as well as Brocade Fiber Channel switches.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Systems and/or storage administration experience
- Experience working with HPC cluster and storage architectures
- Knowledge of Information Assurance (IA) controls, STIG viewer, Radix, and Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- Some prior experience in SAN Fabric Administration including zoning, LUN security, and HBA configuration and troubleshooting
- NAS (object) and SAN (block) storage experience
- Security implementations using multi-factor authentication, PKI, or Kerberos and Unix OS hardening to DoD STIG standards.
- Willingness to occasionally work after hours and/or respond to emergency situations for problem resolution
- General knowledge of Linux and general Unix operating systems concepts as well as systems administration experience
- Ability to develop and maintain documentation on system administration procedures for routine and complex tasks
- Ability to create and maintain Information Assurance (IA) compliance documentation of the Information System
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Original Posting:September 25, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent additional experience substitution
- At least 8 years of experience
- Active security clearance and ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
- Ability to maintain DoD 8570 certification, including Security+ and an operating system certification
- Linux and Unix operating systems knowledge
- Experience with HSM software such as SAMQFS and Versity Storage Manager
- Experience with enterprise backup and data protection technologies such as Veritas NetBackup
- Tape library and tape drive storage experience
- Tape backup or long-term archive software experience
- Understanding of enterprise storage systems and Brocade Fibre Channel switches
- Systems or storage administration experience
- Experience with HPC cluster and storage architectures
- Knowledge of Information Assurance controls, STIG Viewer, Radix, and RMF
- SAN fabric administration experience, including zoning, LUN security, and HBA configuration and troubleshooting
- NAS object and SAN block storage experience
- Experience with MFA, PKI, Kerberos, and Unix hardening to DoD STIG standards
- Willingness to work occasionally after hours or respond to emergency situations
- Ability to develop and maintain system administration and Information Assurance compliance documentation
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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