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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Computing Infrastructure Engineer - Nuclear Facilities, Onsite - **Company:** Sandia Corporation - **Location:** Albuquerque, NM, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $87,400.0 - $199,700.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Vbscript, Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Client Server Models, Information Systems, Database Design, Linux, Programming Tools, Disaster Recovery, Perl (Programming Language), Information Management, Information Security Management, Systems Analysis, Windows Servers, Performance Tuning, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Service Pack, Shell Script, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Trusted Systems, Computer Networking Systems, Cloud Platform System, System Availability, Network Server, Software Version Control - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17464274?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17464274%2FSenior-Computing-Infrastructure-Engineer-Nuclear-Facilities-Onsite-New-Mexico-Albuquerque ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to independently perform the job. * Experience in full lifecycle management of multi-user information systems, including installation, configuration, integration, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of servers and storage systems. * Strong proficiency with UNIX, Linux (RHEL 6/7/8), and Windows Server operating systems. * Solid understanding of hardware systems engineering, including system architectures, network infrastructures, and client-server principles. * Experience with scripting and programming languages, such as Bash, VBS, Perl, shell scripting, C, or C++. * Proven ability to perform hardware systems analysis, monitoring, repair, disaster recovery, software installations, OS and application upgrades, security patching, and performance tuning. Qualifications We Desire * Knowledge of software development methodologies, source code control, application development tools, database design, and component integration. * Experience with backup and recovery solutions such as NetVault. * Familiarity with virtual technologies and cloud architectures. * Background in disaster recovery and business continuity planning. * Experience in customer support roles with a strong focus on rapid response and high availability. * Prior experience as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) or similar security-focused role. * Knowledge of ongoing trends in information systems hardware and emerging technologies. * Experience with hardware/software integration and testing in complex environments. * Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, verbal, and written communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross-domain teams. * Experience supporting classified or secure systems, including compliance and security posture improvements. * Ability to model behaviors that reflect Sandia's core values. * Strong presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. * Ability to obtain and maintain DOE Q clearance ## Description Group 1380, Nuclear Facility Operations and Applied Nuclear Technologies (Technical Area - V), operates four unique nuclear facilities and conducts radiation effects research and analysis supporting the mission of Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) and the nation's interest. The operation of the Annular Core Research Reactor (ACRR), the Sandia Pulsed Reactor-Critical Experiments (SPR-CX), the Gamma Irradiation Facility (GIF) and the Auxiliary Hot Cell Facility (AHCF), as well as the Radiation Metrology Lab (RML) play a vital role in SNL's strategic mission. The Nuclear Quality and Requirements Department (1382) is responsible for managing the effective implementation of the elements of 10CFR830 Nuclear Safety Subpart A, Quality Assurance criteria across TA-V programs, policies, processes and procedures. The department also manages the TA-V Training, Requirements, Assurance, and Information Management programs for TA-V Nuclear Facility Operations. Posting Duration This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time. Security Clearance Sandia is required by DOE 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 for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. 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. Applicants offered employment with Sandia are 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. EEO All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law. NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [The Time Paradox: Building Timezone-Safe Python/Django Applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1915-the-time-paradox-building-timezone-safe-python-django-applications) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)