DTRA Data Management and Systems Administration Research Fellowship

What will I be doing?

As an Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) participant and under the guidance of a mentor, you will have the opportunity to engage in a hands-on educational project focused on the establishment and maintenance of a Data Management Handling and Analysis Standalone Server.

Why should I apply?

• Gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals.
• Engage in activities and research in several areas, including:
• System Configuration
• System Maintenance
• Software Installation
• Learn about System Configuration, including learning to configure a storage server that will analyze historical data and includes learning to set up a file-based system that will connect to several kiosk machines through a Cisco Switch.
• Gain experience in System Maintenance, including server and hardware maintenance.
• Learn about Software Installation, including installation of analysis software and the setup of Virtual Machines on the kiosk machines to enable the access of data and analysis tools from the storage server.

Where will I be located?

Albuquerque, New Mexico

What is the anticipated start date?

04/01/2026

What is the appointment length?

This appointment is a 12-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.

What are the provisions?

• You will receive a stipend to be determined by DTRA. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location.
• Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
• Relocation Allowance
• Training and Travel Allowance

About DTRA

The sponsoring organization is the Test and Assessment Division of the Research and Development Directorate within the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA). DTRA is a combat support agency of the U.S. Department of War (DoW). Its mission is to enable the DoW, the U.S. Government, and international partners to counter and deter weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and improvised threat networks. The Research and Development Directorate provides science, technology, and capability development investments to maintain the U.S. military's technological superiority in countering WMD and emerging threats.

About ORISE

This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.

Qualifications

• The qualified candidate will have completed a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field within the past 60 months or expect to earn a bachelor's or master's in one of those fields by June 1, 2026.
• U.S. military veterans who have been honorably discharged (or who have been medically discharged because of a service-connected disability) and who received their bachelor's or master's degree within ten years of the desired start date are also eligible.
• Highly competitive applicants will have education and/or experience in one or more of the following:
• Programming and Scripting: A foundational knowledge of programming and scripting languages relevant to server management.
• Networking: A basic understanding of networking concepts and familiarity with networking hardware, such as Cisco switches.
• Virtualization: An educational background or hands-on experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, VirtualBox).
• Operating Systems: Familiarity with server operating systems (e.g., Linux, Windows Server).
• GPA: A minimum GPA of 3.0

Additional Requirements

• The selected candidate must be able to pass interim SECRET security clearance requirement, hold a SECRET security clearance, and pass random drug screening.
• Appointment offers will be rescinded should the candidate fail to meet the drug screening and interim security clearance requirement.
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
• Degree: Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree received within the last 60 months or anticipated to be received by 6/1/2026 12:00:00 AM.
• Minimum Overall GPA: 3.00
• Discipline(s): - Computer, Information, and Data Sciences (17 )
• Veteran Status: Veterans Preference, degree received within the last 120 month(s).

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