Computing Specialist

Overview

Job Title: Computing Specialist
Location: Arlington VA

Introduction:
Rivet Operations Company (Rivet) has an opening for a Computing Specialist to join our rapidly growing team in the Arlington VA area. Rivet is an exceptional industry partner to the Department of Defense (DoD) and a leader in physical and cyber security IT management logistics supply chain management process improvement and development.

The Computing Specialist (High Performance Computing) provides technical and operational support to Office of Naval Research (ONR) Program Officers overseeing the Navys High Performance Computing (HPC) Program. The specialist plays a critical role in enabling secure and efficient access to Navy HPC resources while supporting a large and diverse community of scientific and engineering users.

Key Responsibilities:

Support Program Officers who lead and manage the Navys High Performance Computing Program.
Serve as a primary point of contact for approximately 500 scientists and engineers utilizing Navy HPC systems.
Establish manage and maintain user accounts for HPC system access.
Track and monitor usage of Central Processing Unit (CPU) hours across HPC platforms.
Allocate CPU hours in alignment with Navy Science and Technology priorities and leadership guidance.
Coordinate with security offices to verify that all users possess required security clearances and credentials including access to classified computational resources.
Ensure compliance with security access control and usage policies governing both unclassified and classified HPC environments.
Maintain accurate records of system usage allocations and user authorization status.

Requirements

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma from an accredited institution.
At least six (6) years of experience providing similar IT computing or technical support to government research or scientific organizations.
Demonstrated experience supporting or administering computing systems for large user communities.
Familiarity with tracking and managing system usage metrics such as CPU hours or comparable computing resources.
Ability to work effectively with scientists engineers program managers and security personnel in a mission-critical environment.
Strong verbal communication to effectively express concepts plans and proposals.
Strong critical thinking skills and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
Initiative-taker requiring minimal supervision.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications (Word PowerPoint Access Excel and Outlook)

Security Clearance:
Position requires applicant to be a US Citizen and obtain and maintain the required security clearance for the position.

Benefits:
Rivet offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan a matching retirement program and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization please visit our web site at .

Physical Requirements:
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility including but not limited to bending reaching and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. There is a possibility that due to parking availability and location of work walking moderate to long distance may be required. Lifting to 40 lbs.

Please note: Rivet Operations Company LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Positions functions and qualifications may vary depending on business needs.

Rivet Operations Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race color creed religion medical condition legally protected genetic information national origin sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition) sexual orientation gender identity and expression age disability or Vietnam era or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.

Posted Salary Range

USD $85000.00 - USD $93000.00 /Yr.

Required Experience:

IC