Full-Time
Linux Systems Administrator
High-Performance Computing
North Point Technology
11-50 employees
Recruits and retains defense mission engineers
No salary listed
No H1B Sponsorship
Springfield, VA, USA + 3 more
More locations: Chantilly, VA, USA | St. Louis, MO, USA | Alexandria, VA, USA
In Person
US Top Secret Clearance Required
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- Active TS/SCI security clearance (and clearance must be noted on resume).
- Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance (per Qualifications).
- DoD 8570-compliant certification (e.g., Security+).
- Linux administration experience provisioning end users.
- Experience managing and configuring Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments.
- Experience building, optimizing, and maintaining multi-node environments that run parallel workloads.
- Experience with Linux clusters, specifically Slurm and Message Passing Interface to support High-Performance Computing systems.
- Experience working with Security to support Information System Contingency Planning exercises (ISCP).
- Experience scripting for administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and automation.
- Knowledge of systems, architectural, software development, and software sustainment practices.
- Taking a leadership role in system changes and improvements in support of a mission-critical geospatial environment.
- Work directly with government and contractor points of contact to troubleshoot issues.
- Proactively recommend configuration changes to improve system performance.
- Partner with stakeholders to keep systems security compliant.
- Author and update operational and security documentation, including troubleshooting guides and standard operating procedures.
- Strong understanding of National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency networking.
- Proficient in reviewing STIG/IAVA scans and remediating vulnerabilities.
- Red Hat certification(s).
- Linux certification(s).
- Agile certification(s).
- Experience with team collaboration tools and administration (Jira, Confluence).
- Experience performing virtual machine backups and snapshots.
North Point Technology is a woman-owned small business based in Reston, Virginia, that supports the U.S. government’s defense missions by recruiting and retaining highly skilled technologists. It addresses the challenge of assembling and keeping top engineers for critical mission programs by offering competitive compensation and benefits, which helps attract and keep the best people. The company’s approach combines a lean, efficient business model with a culture of focused, mission-driven work to supply capable teams to federal programs. Unlike larger firms with high overhead, North Point Technology concentrates on attracting and retaining talent to meet government needs. The company’s goal is to provide a steady supply of skilled engineers who can work on essential defense systems, ensuring mission success for federal clients.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Founded
2005
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- February 26, 2026 Decathlon funding expands AI capabilities without shareholder dilution.
- NorthPoint sits inside Portfolio BI, which gained new non-dilutive growth capital.
- Axiom Nova targets private credit demand, one of the fastest-growing manager segments.
What critics are saying
- Legacy NorthPoint desktop workflows face obsolescence if Axiom Nova migration slips.
- ACA retains RegTech products and can pressure mutual clients on bundled deals.
- Alternative-investment software incumbents like SS&C, Bloomberg, and Addepar attack this niche relentlessly.
What makes North Point Technology unique
- Portfolio BI owns NorthPoint’s OMS, PMS, data warehouse, and masters suite.
- January 27, 2026 Axiom Nova became a browser-native SaaS OMS/PMS for credit managers.
- NorthPoint’s products serve 150-plus investment managers across alternative asset workflows.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options
Remote Work Options
Sabbatical Leave
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Gym Membership
Phone/Internet Stipend
Home Office Stipend
Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget
Tuition Reimbursement
Training Programs
Professional Certification Support
Mentorship Program
Loan Assistance
Childcare Support
Family Planning Benefits
Fertility Treatment Support
Adoption Assistance
Parental Leave
Stock Options
Company Equity
Meal Benefits
Relocation Assistance
Employee Referral Bonus
Legal Services
Employee Discounts
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