Linux Network Engineering Scientist Associate

Job Details

Purpose

Design, develop, test, integrate and document modern TCP / IP Linux network systems in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL).

Responsibilities

Design and develop TCP / IP Linux network systems including network, computing, storage and graphics equipment.

Design and configure Linux network systems equipment for high performance and security.

Test, troubleshoot, integrate and profile Linux network systems to meet system requirements.

Document and configuration manage Linux network systems equipment.

Provide local and remote technical support of Linux network system design and implementation.

Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline.

Demonstrated knowledge designing, configuring, troubleshooting, testing, validating and documenting TCP / IP model networks.

Knowledge and experience with network stack and principles, addressing, link-layer protocols, routing protocols, transport protocols and network services.

Experience with Linux and network security fundamentals.

Experience with network monitoring, profiling and load balancing.

US Citizen. Selected applicant is subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at level appropriate to project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with focus on networked systems.

Two or more years of professional experience as a Electrical Engineer or Computer Scientist.

Knowledge and experience with network architecture variations, link aggregation, ECMP, BGP, VLANS and DNS.

Experience with Network Operating System (NOS) and network security devices and configurations.

Network certification.

Eligibility for immediate access to classified information.

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 and above.

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Please mark "yes" on the application question that asks if additional materials are required. Failure to attach all additional materials listed below may result in a delay in application processing.

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes :

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Salary Range

$88,500-$120,000+ / negotiable depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

Standard office conditions

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Some weekend, evening and holiday work

Possible interstate / intrastate travel

Required Materials

Resume / CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Unofficial college transcripts

Important   for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers :  You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers :  As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility :

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion / transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility :

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks :

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.